Part-Time Middle & High School Hula Teacher

Salary Range: $53,680 - $112,672 Annually based on degree and student contact hours

JOB SUMMARY

Mid-Pacific is seeking a passionate and dedicated Hula Teacher to join our School of the Arts faculty. This role will support both middle and high school students (grades 6-12), helping them explore, understand, and embody the cultural, historical, and artistic depth of Hula. The ideal candidate is an experienced and accredited Kumu Hula who brings a student-centered approach to teaching, a strong commitment to cultural preservation, and the ability to inspire students through both traditional and contemporary practices of Hula.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. In addition, other duties may be assigned.

• Plan and deliver culturally grounded and age-appropriate Hula instruction for middle and high school students (grades 6-12), emphasizing both technique and cultural understanding.
• Integrate elements of ?Olelo Hawai?i, Hawaiian history, mo?olelo, and cultural protocol into the learning experience to provide students with a deeper connection to the art form.
• Choreograph and rehearse student work for the Fall and Spring Hula performances, ensuring cultural integrity, artistic expression, and appropriate challenge for each age group.
• Prepare students to participate in school events such as May Day, assemblies, cultural celebrations, and community showcases as appropriate.
• Provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects Mid-Pacific's values of compassion, character, and belonging.
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff to support interdisciplinary projects, school-wide performances, and co-curricular events.
• Support student growth through timely feedback, assessment, and encouragement, fostering confidence and purpose-driven passion in each learner.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives that support arts education, cultural learning, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain rehearsal schedules, costume planning, and logistical needs for performances, in coordination with Mid-Pacific School of the Arts administrative staff.
• Uphold Mid-Pacific's mission and vision, modeling integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to nurturing world-ready learners.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately, to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety No laws.
• Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources. Sexual abuse includes child molestation, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with a minor, and serial sexual misconduct, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with more than one victim; and committed by or alleged to have been committed by any perpetrator who is not a student of an included entity.

TEACHER PROFILE

• Fostering Effective Relationships: The Teacher builds positive working relationships with the classroom, school, and local community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Learning Environment: The Teacher creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for all learners.
• Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge: The Teacher shows an understanding of content knowledge and an appreciation for ongoing learning in the discipline.
• Validating a Professional Pedagogy: The Teacher ensures that every student is provided quality and optimum learning experiences.
• Inspiring Instructional Leadership: The Teacher models practices that support evidence-informed teaching and learning, and motivates and inspires others to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Accredited Kumu Hula from a recognized and established halau hula.
• Demonstrated experience teaching Hula in educational and/or halau settings, with a strong ability to connect with both middle and high school learners.
• Deep knowledge of Hawaiian culture, language, history, and protocol, and a commitment to preserving and sharing these traditions through purposeful, student-centered instruction.
• Proven ability to choreograph and teach a range of hula styles-traditional and contemporary-for a range of student abilities.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills, with a compassionate and inclusive approach that supports diverse learners.
• A growth mindset, adaptability, and a commitment to deeper learning-helping students make meaningful connections between hula, identity, history, and global citizenship.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially in planning instruction, rehearsals, and performances.
• Demonstrated passion for mentoring youth, fostering belonging and supporting the social-emotional and cultural development of each student.
• Approaches teaching with integrity, creativity, and a sense of purpose rooted in cultural and character education.
• Collaborates respectfully and effectively with students, colleagues, families, and community members.
• Comfortable using educational technology tools to support instruction, communication, and student learning.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours for rehearsals, school events, and community performances.
• Committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student feels seen, valued, and inspired to thrive.
• Passion for mentoring youth and nurturing a love for Hawaiian culture and the performing arts.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that requires frequent walking, including uphill and stairs. The employee on a daily basis is required to frequently, unless otherwise noted, walk to and from classrooms or buildings within five minutes, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds. The individual is required to talk and hear, sit and use their hands and fingers, handle or feel, and manipulate keys on a keyboard. In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, or walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision abilities required include close vision.

MENTAL DEMANDS

The employee must frequently problem-solve, make decisions, interpret data, organize, write, plan, and communicate daily.

EQUIPMENT USE

Telephone and Copier - Occasionally

Computer - Frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor - Frequently

Outdoor, Loud Noise, Cold and Hot Temperatures - Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Mid-Pacific Institute is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employees are required to abide by the School's policy against harassment and discrimination.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.