Job Details

Voyager Public Charter School is currently seeking a qualified full-time K-8 Hawaiian Studies Teacher to teach beginning at the start of the 2026-2027 school year (late July 2026).

Please note: This position requires Hawai'i state teacher licensure. This licensure may be in Elementary Education, Hawaiian Studies or a similar/related field.

Pay is per the HSTA pay schedule, which depends on education, licensure and years of experience. We also pay an additional approximately 8% to compensate for our extended school day (students dismissed at 2:45 pm and teachers finish with dismissal at 3:00 pm).

More information, including application, can be found on our website at www.voyagerschool.org

Voyager is a K-8 Public Charter School with a 20 year track record of excellence in education. Voyager teachers collaborate in teams to develop integrated learning experiences that engage students. The school emphasizes hands-on learning and arts integration, recognizing that children often learn better by moving and doing, rather than traditional paper-pencil tasks.

In traditional schools, children are often limited in their growth by teachers or adults who are compelled to rescue and/or do things for them. At Voyager, our role as supporting adults is to nurture, support, and convey to them that, as unique human beings, they are capable and competent. From their very early school experience in kindergarten, students at Voyager are guided to set goals for themselves, reflect on their work, and give feedback to each other and to the teacher. From their beginning, students are involved in problem solving and data collection.

If you are interested in applying please send your resume. Mahalo!

K-8 HAWAIIAN STUDIES TEACHER

I. Introduction

The Teacher is a teaching position specializing in Hawaiian Studies, including ʻike Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian knowledge), ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian language), history, culture, and place-based learning. This position is under the general supervision of the School Principal.

Because of the unique nature of the charter school environment, the Hawaiian Studies Teacher is expected to be a collaborative team member, actively participating in problem-solving discussions and contributing to the implementation of school-wide initiatives. This role also includes helping to strengthen the school's connection to Hawaiʻi's culture, values, and sense of place.

Due to limited resources, the Hawaiian Studies Teacher with strong cultural knowledge, creativity, and a commitment to ʻike kūpuna (ancestral knowledge) and innovative, place-based approaches will thrive. While specific duties may vary, the Hawaiian Studies Teacher may perform any of the following:

II. Controls Over the Position

The position performs work assignments under the general direction of the School Principal.

III. Qualification Requirements of the WorkA. Training and Experience:

This position requires a valid Hawaiʻi Teacher's License. Experience in Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian language, cultural practices, or place-based education is highly desired. A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience is preferred.

B. Knowledge of:

• Hawaiʻi State Standards, including Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ) framework
• Hawaiian culture, history, traditions, and values
• Principles of academic, social, behavioral, and developmental growth of students
• Effective classroom management techniques and culturally responsive practices

C. Ability to:

• Provide effective instruction in a multi-age classroom setting
• Integrate Hawaiian language, culture, and ʻike Hawaiʻi across grade levels and content areas
• Create a culture of safety, belonging, and purpose rooted in aloha, kuleana, and mālama
• Design and implement place-based, culturally relevant learning experiences
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Hawaiian Studies into interdisciplinary learning
• Use feedback as an opportunity for growth and professional development
• Communicate effectively with families, students, colleagues, and community partners
• Carry out duties with integrity, professionalism, and timeliness
• Use technology to support instruction, communication, and collaboration
• Operate general office equipment

IV. Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesA. Curriculum

• Develop and implement a standards-aligned Hawaiian Studies curriculum across grades K–8
• Integrate Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ) outcomes and Hawaiian values into daily instruction
• Utilize a variety of culturally relevant resources, including ʻike kūpuna, community expertise, and place-based materials
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers to embed Hawaiian Studies across content areas
• Incorporate ʻike Hawaiʻi such as moʻolelo, mele, hula, and mālama ʻāina practices

B. Instruction

• Implement effective, culturally grounded teaching strategies aligned with school philosophy
• Incorporate place-based and experiential learning opportunities
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
• Foster student identity, voice, and connection to Hawaiʻi
• Seek support from resource personnel when needed

C. Assessment

• Carry out school and state-required assessments as applicable
• Use culturally responsive assessment practices, including performance-based tasks
• Utilize both formative and summative assessments to guide instruction
• Use assessment data to support student goal-setting and growth
• Support student-led conferences each trimester
• Complete report cards following school guidelines

D. Classroom Culture / Core Methodologies

• Foster a classroom environment grounded in aloha, respect, kuleana, and belonging
• Promote Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ): Belonging, Responsibility, Excellence, Aloha, Total Well-being, and Hawaiʻi

E. Collaboration

• Collaborate regularly with teachers to integrate Hawaiian Studies schoolwide
• Work with school support staff and community partners (kūpuna, cultural practitioners, organizations) to enhance learning
• Contribute to interdisciplinary and project-based learning experiences

F. Continuous Improvement / Professional Development

• Commit to continuous improvement
• Develop and implement an annual professional growth plan
• Participate in professional development related to Hawaiian culture, language, and pedagogy
• Participate in annual Plus/Delta reflection and planning processes

G. Voyager School Community

• Serve as a cultural resource and leader within the Voyager community
• Support and participate in school events, ceremonies, and cultural practices
• Help strengthen the school's identity as a place grounded in Hawaiʻi's values and sense of place

H. Other

• Perform recess, lunch, and dismissal duties as assigned
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development days, and workdays
• Participate in Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings
• Follow all guidelines in the Voyager Staff/Faculty Handbook