PACIFIC HERITAGE ACADEMY
CAREERS
The following positions are currently open.We are looking for dedicated, dependable and hardworking individuals.
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Part-Time Hawaiian Cultural Specialist
Position Title: Part-Time Hawaiian Cultural Specialist
Reports To: Director of Culture & Enrichment
Location: Pacific Heritage Academy, Salt Lake City, UT
Work Hours: 16–20 hours per week
Compensation: Hourly, based on experience
Benefits: This is a part-time position. No paid holidays or benefits are included.
Position Summary:
Pacific Heritage Academy is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Hawaiian Cultural Specialist to join our team of cultural educators. This part-time role supports our commitment to nurturing cultural identity and pride among students in grades K–8. The successful candidate will teach foundational Hawaiian language, history, values, and traditional dance, working collaboratively alongside four other cultural specialists.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach basic ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i (Hawaiian language) to K–8 students in engaging, developmentally appropriate ways.
- Share the cultural importance of Hawaiian identity, history, values, and practices.
- Teach hula and oli (chant), working in collaboration with a team of four cultural specialists.
- Support school-wide cultural celebrations and performances as needed.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters respect for Hawaiian culture.
- Integrate cultural knowledge into cross-curricular learning when appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Deep understanding of Hawaiian culture, values, and traditions.
- Basic to intermediate fluency in ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i.
- Experience working with children in educational or cultural settings.
- Ability to dance, teach hula and chant.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
- High school diploma required; degree in Hawaiian Studies, Education, or related field preferred.
- Ability to pass background check.
Schedule:
- 16–20 hours per week (exact schedule to be determined)
- No paid time off, holidays, or benefits included with this position
To Apply:
Visit phlearning.org → Community → Employment to download the application form.
Submit the completed application along with your resume and a short statement (1–2 paragraphs) describing your connection to Hawaiian culture and your approach to teaching youth.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
Substitute Teacher
Job Summary: Looking for an energetic, dependable and motivated substitutes to work with students at all levels from Kindergarten to Middle School.
Summary of Roles and Responsibilities:
- Follow the sub plans of teachers.
- Support the vision of Pacific Heritage Academy in using the power of education, the endurance of language and culture, and the virtue of relationships and community to help young people on voyages of discovery.
- Work cooperatively with and supporting the school team in instruction, assessment, documentation, and classroom management.
Qualifications:
- Excellent English Language skills.
- Bilingual in Spanish welcomed.
- A positive, cooperative attitude.
- A willingness to learn and to work hard.
- Patience, and a love of children.
- An appreciation and respect of diverse cultures.
- Ability to pass a background check.