Dean of Learning - Maui Campus Job Listing at Kamehameha Schools in Makawao, Hawaii (Job ID JR-05970)

Description

Job Posting Title

Dean of Learning - Maui Campus

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

06-26-2025

Job Exempt?

Yes

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!

Job Summary

Responsible for the development and administration of the grades K-12 curriculum and assessment program which includes training staff in curriculum development and effective teaching strategies. Responsible for student assessment to include implementation, collection, review and reporting of standardized test results. Acts as an instructional leader to work closely with campus leaders, and content teams to address the needs of the student learning community. Ensures consistency with Elementary, Middle and Secondary school curriculum and ensures curriculum is disseminated throughout all levels. Is part of an administrative support team to address the needs of teachers, students and parents relevant to student achievement, teaching and assessment and school design.

Essential Responsibilities

• Works closely with staff and administration to develop a total education program, which includes the administration of special subjects' curriculum and special curriculum projects. Monitors current school-wide curriculum to ensure consistency with entire school curriculum.
• Creates and maintains all curriculum guides. Ensures curriculum is disseminated and implemented consistently and appropriately at all school levels throughout the campus.
• Under direction of the division heads and/or Hope Poʻo Kula, monitors quality and effectiveness of instruction and implementation of the K-12 curriculum by analyzing assessment results and regularly observing classes across grades K-12, at all division. Identifies and recommends areas for improvement from teacher discussions, test data and student observations.
• Responsible for curriculum assessment in both instructional and program effectiveness. Prepares annual assessment report, coordinates student assessment to include selection and development of various instruments (norm referenced and curriculum based) and reviews results for student achievement.
• Takes part in on going school improvement processes (e.g. coordination of accreditation work, school redesign). Make recommendations and assists in the formulation of short and long-term goals for campus; assists in the planning and implementation of strategies for meeting goals; prepares materials for workshops and meetings.
• In conjunction with the appropriate staff, initiates and coordinates staff development and In-Service Training programs for teachers and classroom related staff. Identifies needs and plans appropriate workshops or activities to meet these needs.
• Assists in the review and recommendation process for professional development requests, reviews reports from award recipients, and plans appropriate In-Service and/or presentation forums.

Position Requirements

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

• Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of classroom teaching experience in grades K-12.
• Knowledge of current theories and practices in K-12 curriculum instructional methodology (across all disciplinary areas), child development and staff development.
• Active, committed involvement with professional curriculum and/or research organizations (e.g. National professional organizations for literacy, mathematics, science, etc.).
• Excellent working knowledge of educational assessment (to include qualitative and quantitative research methods) ability to analyze, interpret and present data to a wide range of audiences including administrators, teachers and general staff.
• Initiative and ability to function independently to facilitate professional and curriculum development (identifying needs, having breadth of professional knowledge and networking to select appropriate development activities, integrating new learning with current curriculum).
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment; prioritize projects and lead working groups; plan and coordinate multiple assignments.
• Well-developed intra- and inter-personal and conflict resolution skills to work effectively with staff, teachers, and administrators.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills to actively listen, analyze, synthesize, find creative solutions, and share ideas both in oral and written form.
• Working knowledge of computers to include word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, especially with students of diverse learning abilities and socioeconomic status
• Significant experience with curriculum development and daily lesson planning
• Experience in analyzing data and using results to modify lessons
• Significant experience with instructional best practices
• Ability to model positive and healthy character traits and habits, such as being organized, consistent and understanding
• Comfort and willingness to actively participate in school community
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the schools mission and willingness to serve the school community
• Experience in professional development and leadership roles working with adults
• Ability to plan, model, coach and provide feedback to individual teachers and teams of teachers to improve teaching and learning
• Experience implementing effective instructional practices, designing engaging lessons, using data and formative assessment in the classroom and implementing intervention systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Hawaiian students.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and values.

Physical and Mental Requirements

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

Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)   

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but may be conducted in evenings and weekends, as necessary.

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 hr@ksbe.edu 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

12

Pay Range

97,600.00 - 139,300.00 Annual

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

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

Maui Campus

City, State

Makawao, Hawaii

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