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Job Summary

Teach undergraduate courses in Hawaiian performance, including hula and chant. Develop a syllabus and assignments that meet course objectives; conference with students, maintain records on and evaluate student performance. Provide chant and hula for important ceremonies, such as graduation. This is a part time position with per course compensation.

**Adjunct - Hula**

Job Summary

Teach undergraduate courses in Hawaiian performance, including hula and chant. Develop a syllabus and assignments that meet course objectives; conference with students, maintain records on and evaluate student performance. Provide chant and hula for important ceremonies, such as graduation. This is a part time position with per course compensation.

Compensation

$1,150 per credit hour - Doctorate

$1,050 Per credit hour - Master's or Bachelor's with 5 years of relevant experience

Qualifications

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree & 5+ years of professional field related experience in the practice of hula and Hawaiian culture/language.
• Previous experience teaching hula.
• Demonstrated proficiency in area of hula performance as informed by Hawaiian culture and language.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in the practice of hula, Hawaiian culture/ language.
• Evidence of successful teaching of hula courses.
• Extensive knowledge of Hawaiian culture and language and practical application of this knowledge.
• Knowledge of Hula and its various genealogies and genres.
• Strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, and ability to interact effectively with diverse cultures and ethnic groups.
• Ability to network with community organizations and programs to develop partnerships for the benefit of students, faculty, and the university.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  

Other Qualifications

• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends.
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.
  
  

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions

• Develop syllabi in line with model syllabi, assigned textbooks, and department, college, and university policies (8%)
• Prepare individual classes; maintain records of student progress and assign grades (72%)
• Hold office hours and respond to student questions (1 hour/course) (12%)
• Participate in training sessions (3%)
• Perform other related duties as assigned (5%)
• Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.
  
  

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

**Hawai'i Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawai'i Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.**

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