INSTRUCTOR, CC, 9-MO bei University of Hawaii, HI

About the Department

Title:                                            Instructor, CC (Hawaiian Studies and or Language)

Position Number:                      0085834

Hiring Unit:                                Academic Affairs – Humanities Department

Location:                                    Kahului, Maui 

Date Posted:                             September 15, 2025

Closing Date:                           September 29, 2025

Salary Information:                  C2, minimum $ 5,335 / month

Monthly Type:                           9 mo

Tenure / Non-Tenure Track:    Tenure Track

Full Time/Part–Time:               Full Time

Permanent / Temporary:         Permanent

Other Conditions:

Position may be converted from 9-month to 11-month, based on program needs.

Evening, weekend, television, distance education (i.e., Lanai and Molokai), and off-campus (various high school campuses) may be assigned as part of the regular workload.

This is NOT a remote position – the job requires in-person work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teach introductory and intermediate transfer-level courses in Hawaiian Studies and Hawaiian Language.
2. Teach day, evening, weekend, online (synchronous and asynchronous), early college, non-credit, and outreach (Hana, Lana?i, Moloka?i) courses.
3. Conduct curriculum and program development for Hawaiian and Hawaiian Studies.
4. Develop and support course and program development and assessment.
5. Develop teaching strategies, instructional materials, and methods which (1) integrate appropriate learning resources, (2) integrate appropriate thinking skills into course content, (3) use learning outcomes-based instruction, and (4) address the needs of community college students.
6. Prepare, adapt, and revise course syllabi, schedules, content, and student learning outcomes.
7. Maintain substantive student interaction outside of class; at least one office hour per week for each course taught; engage in student advising; identify student learning needs and implement constructive responses to them; 
8. Participate in faculty, campus, and administrative committees and initiatives.
9. Develop an approved program of community service and professional self-improvement. 
10. Plan, organize, and independently carry out instructional and non-instructional assignments.
11. Provide service in areas of expertise to the campus, university, and larger community.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Hawaiian Language):

Functionally native oral and written fluency in Hawaiian, the ability to communicate in English, and one of the following:

 Master's degree in Hawaiian language or literature

OR Master’s degree in Hawaiian as a Second language
OR Master's degree in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak Hawaiian
OR Master's degree in Linguistics, ESL, Education, or another language. At least 12 credits of 

*advanced coursework in second language methodology, Hawaiian literature, Hawaiian culture, or any combination thereof.

OR Bachelor’s degree in Hawaiian language or literature and three (3) years of related work experience

OR Bachelor’s degree in Hawaiian as a Second language and three (3) years of related work experience

OR Bachelor's degree in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak Hawaiian, and three (3) years of related work experience

OR Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, ESL, Education, or another language. At least 12 credits of 

*advanced coursework in second language methodology, Hawaiian literature, Hawaiian culture, or any combination thereof, and three (3) years of related work experience

 *Advanced coursework is defined as 300-400 level courses offered in a bachelor's program. "Graduate level" coursework is defined as post-baccalaureate courses at the level specified by the institution where the credits were earned.

Minimum Qualifications (Hawaiian Studies):

Master's Degree in Hawaiian Studies

OR

Master's Degree in Hawaiian Language with at least nine (9) credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework focused on NH areas

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Hawaiian Studies AND three (3) years related work experience

OR

Master's Degree in Hawaiian Language with at least 15 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework focused on NH areas 

OR

Master's recognition in a specific area of Hawaiian knowledge as recognized by the Hawaiian Community in that area, AND 10 years of related work experience

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Experience teaching Hawaiian language and Hawaii culture classes at the postsecondary level, and fluency in the Hawaiian language.
2. Understanding of curriculum development and instruction.
3. Knowledge of Native Hawaiian history, language, politics, practices, and contemporary issues.
4. Knowledge of teaching resources, instructional methods, and educational programs. Knowledge of student learning outcomes, assessment, and program review.
5. Demonstrated ability to establish, maintain, and coordinate positive/productive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administration using good judgment, tact, and discretion.
6. Ability to work successfully with multicultural groups and individuals with diverse academic abilities, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
7. Strong curriculum, proposal, and grant-writing skills.
8. Knowledge of UHMC's mission and vision.

Inquiries:

Name:UH Maui College, Human Resources

Phone:808-984-3381

Email:[email protected]

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED  

To Apply:Click on the "Apply" button in the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

1. A one- to two-page statement outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; 
2. Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

• Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted.
• Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.

3. Resume
4. Three (3) professional references with contact information (including email addresses)
5. Optional letters of recommendation.

 Incomplete applications will NOT be considered. NOTE:  

• The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password-protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered.  All requested documents/information become the property of Maui College and will not be returned.
• Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.).
• If multiple applications are received from the same applicant, only the last application submitted will be reviewed.  
• Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position.

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Position Duties

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status.  For more information, visit:  https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
 
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Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/