Job Details

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Honolulu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2025-02140
Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - School of Hawaiian Knowledge
Division: Kawaihuelani Center for Hawaiian Language
Opening Date: 10/07/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Number:: 82062
Description
Title: Instructor (Hawaiian Language)
Hiring Unit: Kawaihuelani Center for Hawaiian Language, Hawai'inuiakea School of Hawaiian Knowledge
Location: University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Date Posted: 10/07/2025
Closing Date: Continuous- Application review begins on November 03, 2025.
Salary Information: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Monthly Type: 9 Month
Tenure Track: Non-tenure
Full Time/ Part Time: Full-time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Funding: General

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teach introductory courses in Hawaiian language, including Hawaiian 100 courses, according to the established curriculum guidelines;
2. Able to teach assigned classes in various modes of instruction (in-person, online synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid);
3. Assist in the design and development of Hawaiian language curriculum at the university level including those appropriate for online courses;
4. Provide service in areas of expertise to the university and larger community;
5. Maintain at least one office hour per week for each section taught;
6. Attend and participate in faculty meetings;
7. Serve on faculty/administrative committees;
8. Maintain an appropriate program of professional self-improvement;
9. Perform community service and related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Hawaiian Language, or equivalent in relevant field with major work within the area of Hawaiian language, conferred by 11/01/2025.
2. Thorough mastery of written and spoken Hawaiian language;
3. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in Hawaiian and English;
4. Knowledge of Hawaiian culture and the practical application of this knowledge;
5. Evidence of successful experience in teaching courses at the college level (as substantiated by recent evaluations, peer evaluations, and/or current professional references);
6. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and collegially with students, faculty, staff, and administration as substantiated by recent student evaluations, peer evaluations, and/or current professional references.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Evidence of previous training in Hawaiian language teaching;
2. Evidence of successful Hawaiian language teaching as exemplified by reviews indicating excellence in teaching undergraduate courses and mentoring students;
3. Evidence of experience in developing Hawaiian language curriculum materials;
4. Demonstrate significant knowledge and experience of Hawaiian culture and its link to Hawaiian language; and
5. Demonstrate knowledge of traditional Hawaiian ways of knowing, related to education and culture, and a capacity for the practical application thereof.

To Apply:
Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. Applicant must submit the following:

1. A cover letter that offers evidence of how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications
2. Three current letters of reference, at least one of which attests to the fulfilment of the minimum qualifications as listed, as well as desirable qualifications applicable;
3. Current curriculum vitae;
4. Summaries of student and peer evaluations;
5. Official or copy of transcripts that reflect degree and course work with CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION (i.e.. social security number, birth date, etc.) REDACTED.

If requested transcripts are unobtainable by the closing date, please indicate so in your cover letter. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable upon application but official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position.

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Inquiries:
Kainehe Chun-Lum; ...@hawaii.edu

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