Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 29, Number 9, 1 September 2012 — Nā Pua Noʻeau recruiting teachers and others [ARTICLE]

Nā Pua Noʻeau recruiting teachers and others

Nā Pua No'eau is searching for teachers, faculty, counselors, eultural specialists and practitioners to be part-time on eall resource staff members for planned program activities. Nā Pua No'eau is a University of Hawai'i Hawaiian Education Center providing educational enrichment programs and activities to children in grades K to 12 throughout UH campuses statewide. Its goal is to raise the achievement and aspirations of Native Hawaiian children and their families. Interested applicants should possess the following: successful experience teaching or working with Hawaiian children, K to 12; strong interest and experience working with Hawaiian children, families and community; knowledge in applieahon of Hawaiian culture and values; and, for teacher positions

only, individuals must also have expertise in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, heahh care, leadership or Hawaiian studies and/or Hawaiian practices. Names of qualified individuals will be retained by Nā Pua No'eau for the different island programs as employment needs arise. Normal needs for assistance during the year are for Saturdays and summer activities. To apply, submit a resume and a letter of interest that includes three names and contact information for character references. Applicants should also state the island(s) that they are available for work. All applications must be addressed to: Nā Pua No'eau, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo, HI 96720. Electronic applieations and inquiries may be sent to npn@hawaii.edu. Phone inquiries may be made to David K. Sing, Ph.D., at (808) 974-7678 or Kinohi Gomes at (808) 956-0939. This search will remain open until further notice. University of Hawai'i is an EEO/AA employer D/M/V/W.