Job Details

Punahou's Summer Programs offers a variety of classes in academics, sports, music and art to name a few. With various courses offered to students in kindergarten - grade 12, the opportunities during Punahou Summer Programs seem endless. The Summer Teaching Aide Program is designed to provide opportunities to gain experience and mentoring in a school setting for high school and college students contemplating careers in education. Summer Teaching Aides are respected professionals and add value to every program they support. During the summer, Teaching Aides play a vital role in creating a supportive learning environment for students. Teaching Aides provide assistance to lead teachers, facilitate daily activities and supervise students. All new hires are required to be on island 1 week prior to the start of Orientation to complete required paperwork.

Position Details:

• Work Year: 1.5 Months
• School Year: Summer School 2026
• Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Hourly Rate: $16.00/hour

• Possesses a respectful, responsible and resourceful disposition with a willingness and ability to improve based on feedback from the instructors.
• Serves as an ambassador for the school to families and in the community.
• Fosters an environment in which students feel safe to investigate curriculum, discover the world in which they live and learn about themselves.
• Effectively and appropriately communicates with peers, faculty, students, and parents and engages in positive collaboration with colleagues.
• Meets and supervises at the drop-off and pick-up areas.
• Takes attendance daily and follow-up on missing students.
• Provides pool support to the instructors.
• Experience working with younger children is preferred.
• Must attend afternoon training on Friday, June 12.