Job Details

Kumu is the title of the classroom instructor or teacher. The Kumu is responsible for modeling the values of aloha, kuleana, and ʻimi ʻike and upholding the legacy of unity and community of Ke Aliʻi Piʻilani. The Kumu will create a comfortable and welcoming environment where students can achieve academic success and thrive in Hawaiian language and Hawaiian cultural perspectives. The Kumu shall prioritize the academic, social, and behavioral growth of the students, maintain appropriate records regarding lessons created and student observations, and maintain a strong relationship with parents, working collaboratively with his/her colleagues and the administration for the benefit of the students and the school.

Qualifications

• Must possess the academic qualifications relevant to this position: Bachelorʻs Degree, or currently enrolled in a Bachelorʻs program AND a minimum of 1-year onsite classroom experience as a teacherʻs aide, or Montessori certification grade-level appropriate AND a minimum of 2-years onsite classroom experience as a teacherʻs aide, or 4-years onsite classroom experience as a teacherʻs aide AND no less than 60 qualified hours of supervisor-approved professional development training courses in topics related to the fields of education, child development, curriculum design, pedagogy, and Hawaiian studies, language, and culture.
• Must be able to design lesson plans and contribute to Hawaiian medium education curriculum
• Must have a high level of ability to teach lessons in Hawaiian language
• Must be skilled on a computer with general software and online platforms
• Must be familiar with the use and operation of typical school office equipment
• Must be skilled in both oral and written communications
• Must be committed to the health of the school community