Job Responsibilities: 7th Grade Hawaiian Studies Teacher (10-Month) Instructional Delivery & Cultural Curriculum Curriculum Implementation: Design and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons covering the history, culture, language, and geography of Hawai?i, emphasizing the development of the Hawaiian Kingdom, the monarchy, and modern Hawaiian history. Place-Based Learning: Integrate place-based and ?aina-based (land-based) learning experiences that connect students directly to the history, resources, and community of their local ahupua?a. Primary Source Analysis: Guide 7th-grade students in analyzing diverse historical sources, including oral traditions, mo?olelo (stories/legends), historical documents, and artifacts. Cultural Literacy: Foster a deep understanding of Hawaiian values, cultural practices, navigation, resource management, and the evolution of Hawai?i's multicultural society. Assessment & Data Driven Instruction Authentic Assessment: Develop and implement diverse assessment methods, including traditional tests, oral presentations, cultural projects, and performance-based portfolios. Data-Informed Pacing: Monitor and evaluate student progress to identify learning gaps, adjusting instructional pacing and delivering targeted support to ensure student growth. Feedback: Provide constructive, timely feedback that encourages critical thinking, historical empathy, and academic confidence. Classroom Management & Student Culture Culturally Responsive Environment: Establish a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture rooted in values like aloha (compassion), malama (stewardship), and kuleana (responsibility). Adolescent Support: Demonstrate an understanding of the unique social-emotional and developmental needs of 7th-grade students, guiding them through a transitional middle school year. Community & Behavioral Standards: Implement proactive, positive behavior management strategies aligned with school policies and community standards. Collaboration & Community Engagement Department Collaboration: Collaborate actively with the Social Studies department and grade-level teams to integrate Hawaiian perspectives across disciplines and share best practices. ?Ohana Communication: Maintain open, proactive communication with ?ohana (families) regarding student academic progress, behavior, and achievements. Community Connection: Engage with local cultural practitioners, kupuna (elders), and community organizations to enrich the curriculum and provide authentic learning experiences. Job Requirements / Qualifications (Bonus Section) Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hawaiian Studies, Secondary Education, History, or a related field. Certification: Valid State Teaching Certification for Middle School Social Studies / Secondary Education (or explicitly qualified via cultural expertise/Hawaiian Language Immersion pathways). Experience: Strong foundational knowledge of Hawaiian history, culture, and basic ?Olelo Hawai?i (Hawaiian language). Experience teaching middle school-aged students is highly preferred.
The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree.
If you are hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you have a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license. You must enroll in a Program to continue employment with the Department. Within each year of employment, you must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements, as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB). It is your responsibility to ensure the program you have enrolled is aligned with the teaching line you are hired in.
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For more information about this school, please visit their website at: https://www.molokaimiddle.org/
