Punahou School celebrates the richness of its traditions as it embraces the responsibility to provide a relevant educational experience in a rapidly changing world. Punahou places students at the center of the curriculum, with the aim of authentic learning in a sequence and pace that is coherent and purposeful to the individual child. A Punahou education seeks to provide multiple pathways towards growth and success for each student through a broad and meaningful program of studies and through rich experiences for exploration, discovery and mastery. Working within a coherent curricular framework that promotes personalized, product-oriented, inquiry-based learning embedded in authentic, meaningful assessments, Punahou seeks to cultivate curious, confident, and self-directed students. We value the rich opportunities for teaching and learning that are inherent Hawaiian values and in the gift of “place” at Punahou. Our faculty attends to the social-emotional learning of our students via intentional opportunities to provide an environment and a range of learning experiences that educate our children for compassionate, moral, and ethical action at school, in our community, and in the world. 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.
Fulfilling Punahou’s mission of creating the conditions and opportunities for students to reach their full potential is at the core of our daily work as a school. Each and every educational interaction holds the promise of making a positive impact on a child’s life. Music is offered to all students, grades K-12, within a comprehensive and diverse curriculum. Students participate in a variety of music experiences, from general music classes to a large and excellent program in instrumental (orchestra and band) and choral music beginning in sixth grade, with additional offerings in guitar, Hawaiian music, composition and creative music within the Academy.
The School is actively recruiting a full-time band faculty member for our current program. Responsibilities will include:
- Teaching and co-teaching grades 5-12 concert bands.
- Teaching band sectionals.
- Assisting with High School Marching Band instruction and implementation.
The Band Faculty will demonstrate an understanding of and implement music methods, pedagogies, and repertoire appropriate for beginning through advanced band students and ensembles. In partnership with the Music Department, Band Faculty will introduce students to beginning ensembles, lead concert bands, assist with High School Marching Band, and provide a safe, effective classroom environment that focuses on student learning and growth. The ideal candidate will have the ability to collaborate effectively and productively with other band, music department and music school faculty colleagues to create and maintain a rich and diverse band program. If you have a passion for teaching music, thrive in a team-oriented and collaborative environment, are a confident and effective communicator, possess excellent organizational, critical-thinking skills, a growth mindset, and are a lifelong learner, we invite you to apply!
Position Details:
- Work Year: 9 Months
- School Year: 2026-2027 School Year
- Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Schedule may vary based on operational needs
- Faculty Salary Range*: $59,790 - $120,828 - Commensurate with qualifications
*Punahou School offers a comprehensive total rewards program that includes competitive pay. 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 music education or applied music. Master’s preferred, demonstrating substantial knowledge of music theory, music history/literature, and pedagogy.
- Minimum of 3 years successful teaching and conducting experience in a band program developing fundamental ensemble and musicianship skills.
- Experience working with a high school Marching Band is strongly preferred.
- Command of an effective/appropriate selection of repertoire that provides students with both breadth and depth of experiences in a variety of musical periods, styles, and influences in the band repertoire.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds; sensitivity to each individual student’s needs; and ability to appreciate the variety of perspectives offered by individual viewpoints, disciplines and cultural understandings.
- Demonstrated successful classroom management skills.
- Ability to collaborate with other music teachers in the creation of curriculum, lesson plans and assessments. Experience with co-teaching in the classroom is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize technology that is effectively integrated into the curriculum to enhance pedagogy, communication and productivity.
- Ability to communicate well with multiple constituencies, including students, parents, colleagues, supervisors, and administration.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks during a consistently high demand and deadline sensitive school year.
- Flexibility to meet job requirements beyond the school day and school year.
- Familiarity with the mission, goals and objectives of an independent school environment.
