Faculty, Science - Academy, Grades 9-12

Punahou School continues to recognize the richness of its traditions, as well as its responsibility to deliver a relevant educational experience in a rapidly changing world. It remains anchored in the aim of developing the full potential of each student through a broad and vigorous program of studies and through rich experiences for exploration, growth and mastery. Our faculty attends to the social-emotional learning of our students via intentional opportunities to foster empathy, resilience, moral reasoning, and social responsibility. Our teachers are agile learners themselves, demonstrating a growth mindset and a commitment to their continual professional development. Incoming teachers will join a dedicated and inspiring faculty whose ongoing reflection and renewal is supported by a schoolwide culture of collaboration and innovation.

Punahou School is actively recruiting a temporary full-time Science Faculty member for the 2026-2027 school year. The faculty member will have the ability to teach various levels of physics classes. Faculty are responsible for classroom instruction, laboratory design/setup, conferences with students and colleagues, and active participation in the work of the department on curricular development.

Position Details

• Work Year: 9 Months
• School Year: 2026 - 2027
• Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Schedule may vary based on operational needs
• Faculty Salary Range*:$59,790 - $120,828 - Compensation commensurate with qualifications
• Punahou School offers a comprehensive total rewards program that includes competitive pay and benefits. The pay rate reflects the range of pay for faculty, which is dependent upon educational attainment and years of relevant experience.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in sciences, education, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in teaching high-school aged students in particular subject area/s.
• Ability to provide high-quality instruction in high school Physics courses across a range of levels, including Advanced Placement courses, depending on candidate expertise and departmental needs.
• Strong knowledge of principles and methods for high-quality high school science curriculum and curriculum design, teaching and instruction.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to being a proactive, solution-oriented colleague who contributes to a positive and professional school culture.
• Experience working with a variety of formative and summative student assessment tools.
• Experience working with and supporting a wide range of student abilities and learning styles.
• Proficiency with computers (Apple) and their use in science instruction to enhance student learning.
• Working knowledge of word processing and presentation software, along with learning management systems such as Canvas.