Hawaii Culture & Language Teacher- Papa Hawaii

JOB POSTING DETAILS

Job Title

Hawaii Culture & Language Teacher- Papa Hawaii

Job Type

Part Time

Position Level

Experienced

Job Description

ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY (IPA) is a college preparatory school that utilizes the Design Thinking framework for our students to fulfill our vision to become “Navigators of Change who Go Forward with Confidence (I Mua Me Ka Ha'aheo). IPA's mission is to “Value Individuality, Empower Students and Inspire Future Success.”

Position Overview

ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY (IPA) seeks an enthusiastic High School Hawaiian Culture and Language Position Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. The position is a half time (50%) teaching position. The teacher will lead classes/courses with a multidisciplinary, place-based, and project-based pedagogical model. By integrating language studies with historical, ecological, and artistic frameworks, these courses fulfill the school’s mission of academic excellence while grounding students in the specific context of the islands.

The successful candidate will be deeply committed to our school's vision, mission, and core values, and will play a pivotal role in cultivating academic excellence, personal growth among our students, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that aligns with IPA's core values.

Core Values

• Power of human kindness
• Generosity of spirit
• Growth mindset
• Commitment to excellence
• Ingenuity
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement dynamic curriculum for our Hawaiian Culture and Language courses with a focus on
• ?ōlelo Hawai?i (Language Basics)
• Mō?aukala & Pilina ?āina (Early History & Environment)
• Nā Waiwai (Core Values & Agreements)
• Hana No?eau & Pila (Arts & Instruments)
• May Day Support
• Employ innovative instructional strategies to engage students and promote critical thinking, creativity, and inquiry.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that celebrates diversity, fosters collaboration, and encourages mutual respect.
• Integrate IPA's core values into daily instruction, emphasizing kindness, generosity, growth mindset, excellence, and ingenuity.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support continuous growth and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and initiatives that enhance student learning and engagement.
• Actively participate in professional development activities to refine teaching practice and stay abreast of best practices in education.
• Maintain open and proactive communication with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure student success and well-being.
  
  

Applicant Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Olelo (Hawaiian Language), Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian culture or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Valid teaching credential or certification
• Previous teaching experience at the secondary level, preferably in Hawaiian Studies, language and culture.
• Demonstrated commitment to IPA's vision, mission, and core values
• Strong understanding of curriculum design, instructional methodologies, and assessment strategies
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and growth-oriented mindset
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
  
  

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Harriet Ngethe at hngethe@ipahawaii.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Salary Range: $27,000 to $35,000

Education

4 Year Degree

Non-discriminatory Statement

Island Pacific Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of Island Pacific Academy to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Apply To

Ms. Harriet Ngethe

808-674-3523

HNgethe@ipahawaii.org