Assistant Program Coordinator - Ho’omāka’ika’i Summer Program

Job Posting Title

Assistant Program Coordinator, Hoomakaikai Summer Program

Employee Type

Temporary Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Recruiting Start Date

10-07-2026

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

Open Until Filled

Aloha mai!Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Kamehameha Schools is searching for an Assistant Program Coordinator to support our Ho’omāka’ika’i summer program! This program hosts 5 week-long overnight sessions for rising 6th graders to support connecting with and exploring Hawaiian culture. The ideal candidate is familiar with the program, has strong leadership skills, brings relevant experience or education related to Hawaiian culture and/or Hawaiian Culture Based Education (HCBE), and will be proactive and resourceful in their approach. We are seeking candidates who have availability for the evening shift.  If this sounds like you, and you enjoy being on your feet and traveling to various indoor/outdoor huakaʻi locations (loʻi and ocean included), this is the perfect opportunity for you!  

Hire Dates: March - July

• Weekly Training: March -  June 
• Program Dates: June 13 - July 16  
• Closeout: July End

Shift Types: To be confirmed with

Day Shift  

• Sunday: 11am-5pm  
• Monday - Thursday: 6am-3:30pm  
• Friday: 6:30am-5pm  

Evening Shift:  

• Sunday: 11am-9pm  
• Monday - Thursday: 12pm-8pm  
• Friday: 10am-5pm 

Learn more about the program here:  https://www.ksbe.edu/education/kapalama/halau-kukalaulama/hoomakaikai

Job Summary

Serves as operational coordinator for the program.  Provides educational leadership and guidance on instructional methods to program staff.  Coordinates and communicates program evaluation plan.  Provides continuous feedback on program components to assure effective and relevant delivery of program.  Provides input to evaluate staff performance.

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction & Learning Environment

• Serves as the operational coordinator of the program.  Ensures continuity through all program activities (day/night).  Maintains order, group cohesion and an inviting, comfortable environment that enables all participants to engage and take full advantage of all benefits associated with the program session.  Operationalizes and implements program curriculum.  Assists in the development of curriculum and coordinates delivery of lessons.  Provides educational leadership and guidance in the development of program curriculum and activities ensuring relevance and rigor. 

Operations

• Oversees various activities to include program check-in and check outs insuring student accountability.  Coordinates and communicates program evaluation plan.  Assists in the orientation training and the evaluation of program staff.  Closes program insuring that all equipment and supplies are accounted for and stored properly. Serves as a point to contact to parents, family, staff regarding a variety of day to day activities including but not limited to child development, successes and challenges.  Determines appropriate order of daily events and recommends changes, modifications based on what is working best for the current group in the program.  Resides in program assigned living space (Asst. Coordinator – Night).   

Staff

• Oversees, monitors, coaches, and counsels staff and students where necessary.  Observes, provides feedback for performance evaluation of staff (mid and final).  Ensures that Kamehameha Schools (KS) policies and procedures relevant to the program are communicated and understood throughout the session. 

Miscellaneous

• Uses sound judgment and decisiveness to resolve a variety of situations involving students and or staff, insuring the health and well-being of all students and staff.    Represents KS in a professional, tactful, well-respected and appropriate manner and acts on authority when necessary.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a directly related field.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and ability to follow-up on details.
• Ability to deal with conflict involving staff, students, and parents.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history specific to program island.
• Good human relations and communication skills.
• Experience in group dynamics, organizational techniques and team building.
• Ability to chaperone, instruct and supervise students while on hikes and long walks during field trips which may involve strenuous physical activity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Education, Hawaiian Studies or related field.
• Driver’s license.
• Certified in first aid and water safety.
• Prior experience with student boarding programs.
• Knowledge of Hawaiian Studies curriculum specific to program island.
• Knowledge of KS operations and programs.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please contact us at [email protected] or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

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Work Year

Pay Range

$46.10 - $46.10 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Kapalama Campus

City, State

Honolulu, Hawaii

Additional Locations