As Punahou School recognizes 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 and ethical learning of our students via strong relationships, and learning 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 Full Time Regular Physical Education faculty who models open-mindedness, careful listening, collaboration, and rigorous independent thought. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching Secondary Physical Education and Health, experience in competency-based learning and assessment and possess the demonstrated ability to teach a variety of physical activities (sports and games), functional movement methods, and a strong foundation in physical fitness. Candidates will have the skills and aptitude to be able to apply a wide variety of instructional approaches that allows them to organize and deliver the content to students in an effective manner and take into account the diverse developmental levels students exhibit. Candidates should have the ability to integrate technology into the curriculum, be flexible in a variety of teaching environments, eager to seek ways to improve themselves professionally and personally, and be capable of meeting the physical demands of performing and modeling the skills taught. In addition, he/she will be committed to creating a learning environment in which students will develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles beyond Punahou as well as the social emotional and ethical lives of our students.

Position Details:

• Work Year: 9 Months
• School Year: 2025-2026
• Work Hours:  Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Schedule may vary based on operational needs
• Faculty Salary Range*: $58,380 - $118,097 - Compensation is 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 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education or relevant field.  Master’s degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience working in high school physical education.
• Know and apply discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals.
• Be physically educated with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate competent movement performance and health-enhancing fitness.
• Be able to plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with department and school standards to address the diverse needs of all students.
• Use effective communication and pedagogical skills and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Utilize assessments and reflection to foster student learning and to inform instructional decisions.
• Demonstrate dispositions essential to becoming an effective professional.
• Navigate successfully through change and ambiguity.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities; an understanding of the developmental needs of adolescents, sensitivity to each individual student’s needs; and ability to appreciate the variety of perspectives offered by individual viewpoints, disciplines and cultural understandings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team teaching model with a diverse and high performing faculty. Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, parents, and other members of the Punahou community.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to respond effectively.  Ability to communicate effectively in large and small group settings.
• Knowledge of basic software applications and the ability to integrate technology effectively in teaching and learning.
• Excellent organizational skills; the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines during a consistently fast paced, time-sensitive school year.
• The flexibility to meet job requirements beyond the school day.
• Proven leadership and class management skills.
• Excellent work ethic; models respect, honesty, and integrity.
• Demonstrated history of maximizing impact of a variety of professional development opportunities to improve student learning. The ability and willingness to learn enthusiastically as a member of a
• Professional Learning Community, and to connect with local, national, and global Professional Learning Networks.

About Punahou School

Punahou School nurtures the individuality of each child within a vibrant K – 12 school community that celebrates diversity, inspires excellence and connects students for life. Located in Honolulu, Hawai`i, Punahou is the largest coeducational, independent K – 12 school on a single campus in the United States. Students at Punahou have unparalleled opportunities to cultivate their unique interests and talents under the guidance of attentive and caring teachers. Rigorous academics, robust programs in athletics and the arts, and an array of co-curricular opportunities offer an integrated, 21st-century education for the whole child. Students exemplify the diversity and strength of Hawai`i and reflect the School’s commitment to providing robust, need-based financial aid. When students graduate from Punahou, they join a network of 30,000 alumni spanning the globe. Beyond excellent scholars, the School seeks to develop engaged global citizens who can strengthen their communities.

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