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Title: Instructor (I2) of Human Development and Family Sciences
Position Number: 0085934T
Hiring Unit: College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR), Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)
Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI
Date Posted: April 10, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous; first review of applications will begin May 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Full Time/Part Time: Full time, 9-month appointment
Additional Salary Information: Faculty Salary Schedule
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Tenure Track: Non-Tenure
Other Conditions: Position Workload: 80% Instruction and 20% Service; subject to adjustment based on operational needs. First review to begin May 1, 2026 or soon thereafter. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by April 30, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026
The University of Hawai?i at Manoa (UHM) is an Indigenous-serving institution with a commitment to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. The University of Hawai?i at Manoa is classified as an “R1” institution; part of a 10-campus statewide system, and it is a uniquely structured Minority Serving Institute (MSI) and Land Grant University (LGU) within the US Western-Pacific region. University of Hawai?i is one of a few MSI-LGUs offering Associate, Baccalaureate, Master's, and Ph.D. STEM degrees, as well as post-graduate certificates.
The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) seeks an instructor to support the academic services of the Human Development and Family Sciences program in the Family Consumer Sciences department. The instructor will teach 5-6 courses per year (18 credits), including both HDFS core and required elective courses. The instructor will also advise HDFS undergraduate majors in areas related to professional advancement in the field (e.g., graduate studies; child and family occupations).
Duties and Responsibilities
Instruction (80%)
- Teach or co-teach 18-24 credit hour courses per year or teaching equivalent workload, especially large, introductory lecture/lab sections, in alignment with departmental needs and priorities.
- Use evidence-based pedagogy and high-impact practices (field experiences, service learning, industry projects, etc.).
- Provide service and contribute to Human Development and Family Studies curriculum and program development, including planning for a graduate program, and collaborating with community and industry partners.
- Advise and mentor undergraduates and contribute to student clubs.
Service (20%)
- Coordinate student training and supervision activities at CTAHR.
- Build and sustain partnerships with Hawai?i communities and industry partners to support in workforce development.
- Contribute to program assessment and continuous improvement; promotion, recruitment, and other activities in the HDFS and serve on departmental/college/university committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing in human development and family sciences disciplines or related field from an accredited university/institution by time of appointment.
- Teaching experience and evidence of strong teaching skills, both in person and online, and the ability to direct group discussions.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students, colleagues, and adaptability across a variety of learning/academic contexts.
Desirable Qualifications
- PhD from a college or university of recognized standing in Human Development, Marriage & Family Studies, or other related fields.
- Demonstrated teaching ability at the university level in human development, family studies, family financial planning, or related field.
- Ability to develop effective instructional and curriculum content, both in person and online.
- Record of professional presentations and publications.
- Experience and evidence of effective mentoring and career guidance.
- Experience in working with diverse cultural contexts, their families, communities, and student populations.
- Experience in working with Asian and Pacific Islander and multi-ethnic families or communities.
- Record of successful outreach and collaboration activities with families, schools, and relevant community organizations.
TO APPLY: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Submit the following as a single PDF as your NEOGOV attachment:
- Cover letter (describing qualifications, course interests (livestock and/or aquaculture), and alignment with duties).
- Curriculum vitae (CV);
- Statement of extension teaching (no more than 2 pages outlining pedagogy and plans for hands-on learning in Hawaii’s terrestrial and aquatic systems);
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summaries of student evaluations, sample syllabus/lab, or peer review);
- Names of three (3) professional references (contact information including email address); and
- Official transcripts or original documentation from the institution confirming the degree (copies acceptable; however, official transcripts sent directly from the degree-granting institution are required upon hire). Diplomas will not be accepted.
Note: Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
Inquiries: Dr. Rajesh Jha, rjha@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
Title: Instructor (I2) of Human Development and Family Sciences
Position Number: 0085934T
Hiring Unit: College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR), Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)
Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI
Date Posted: April 10, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous; first review of applications will begin May 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Full Time/Part Time: Full time, 9-month appointment
Additional Salary Information: Faculty Salary Schedule
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Tenure Track: Non-Tenure
Other Conditions: Position Workload: 80% Instruction and 20% Service; subject to adjustment based on operational needs. First review to begin May 1, 2026 or soon thereafter. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by April 30, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026
The University of Hawai?i at Manoa (UHM) is an Indigenous-serving institution with a commitment to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. The University of Hawai?i at Manoa is classified as an “R1” institution; part of a 10-campus statewide system, and it is a uniquely structured Minority Serving Institute (MSI) and Land Grant University (LGU) within the US Western-Pacific region. University of Hawai?i is one of a few MSI-LGUs offering Associate, Baccalaureate, Master's, and Ph.D. STEM degrees, as well as post-graduate certificates.
The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) seeks an instructor to support the academic services of the Human Development and Family Sciences program in the Family Consumer Sciences department. The instructor will teach 5-6 courses per year (18 credits), including both HDFS core and required elective courses. The instructor will also advise HDFS undergraduate majors in areas related to professional advancement in the field (e.g., graduate studies; child and family occupations).
Duties and Responsibilities
Instruction (80%)
- Teach or co-teach 18-24 credit hour courses per year or teaching equivalent workload, especially large, introductory lecture/lab sections, in alignment with departmental needs and priorities.
- Use evidence-based pedagogy and high-impact practices (field experiences, service learning, industry projects, etc.).
- Provide service and contribute to Human Development and Family Studies curriculum and program development, including planning for a graduate program, and collaborating with community and industry partners.
- Advise and mentor undergraduates and contribute to student clubs.
Service (20%)
- Coordinate student training and supervision activities at CTAHR.
- Build and sustain partnerships with Hawai?i communities and industry partners to support in workforce development.
- Contribute to program assessment and continuous improvement; promotion, recruitment, and other activities in the HDFS and serve on departmental/college/university committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing in human development and family sciences disciplines or related field from an accredited university/institution by time of appointment.
- Teaching experience and evidence of strong teaching skills, both in person and online, and the ability to direct group discussions.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students, colleagues, and adaptability across a variety of learning/academic contexts.
Desirable Qualifications
- PhD from a college or university of recognized standing in Human Development, Marriage & Family Studies, or other related fields.
- Demonstrated teaching ability at the university level in human development, family studies, family financial planning, or related field.
- Ability to develop effective instructional and curriculum content, both in person and online.
- Record of professional presentations and publications.
- Experience and evidence of effective mentoring and career guidance.
- Experience in working with diverse cultural contexts, their families, communities, and student populations.
- Experience in working with Asian and Pacific Islander and multi-ethnic families or communities.
- Record of successful outreach and collaboration activities with families, schools, and relevant community organizations.
TO APPLY: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Submit the following as a single PDF as your NEOGOV attachment:
- Cover letter (describing qualifications, course interests (livestock and/or aquaculture), and alignment with duties).
- Curriculum vitae (CV);
- Statement of extension teaching (no more than 2 pages outlining pedagogy and plans for hands-on learning in Hawaii’s terrestrial and aquatic systems);
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summaries of student evaluations, sample syllabus/lab, or peer review);
- Names of three (3) professional references (contact information including email address); and
- Official transcripts or original documentation from the institution confirming the degree (copies acceptable; however, official transcripts sent directly from the degree-granting institution are required upon hire). Diplomas will not be accepted.
Note: Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
Inquiries: Dr. Rajesh Jha, rjha@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Which companies and institutions sponsor visas for instructors in Hawaii?
The University of Hawaii system, including its Manoa, Hilo, and community college campuses, is the most active sponsor of instructor visas in the state. Hawaii Pacific University, Chaminade University, and Kamehameha Schools also have established sponsorship records. Specialized training providers in hospitality, healthcare, and the military sector on Oahu represent additional sponsoring employer categories for qualified instructors.
Which visa types are most common for instructor roles in Hawaii?
The H-1B visa is the most common pathway for college and university instructors, as teaching positions at accredited institutions typically meet the specialty occupation requirement. The J-1 visa is widely used for exchange scholars and visiting instructors at Hawaiian universities. The O-1A is an option for instructors with recognized distinction in their field, such as research-active faculty or nationally known practitioners.
Which cities in Hawaii have the most instructor sponsorship jobs?
Honolulu, on Oahu, accounts for the majority of instructor sponsorship opportunities given its concentration of universities, community colleges, and corporate training centers. Hilo, on the Big Island, is notable for University of Hawaii at Hilo positions, particularly in science and Hawaiian language instruction. Maui and Kauai see fewer openings but do post instructor roles through community college campuses and vocational programs.
How to find instructor visa sponsorship jobs in Hawaii?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for instructor roles in Hawaii without sorting through positions that offer no sponsorship. You can filter by state and role type to surface openings at Hawaii universities, community colleges, and training organizations. Checking Migrate Mate regularly is practical given that instructor postings in smaller markets like Hawaii tend to fill on an academic hiring calendar.
Are there any Hawaii-specific considerations for instructors seeking visa sponsorship?
Hawaii's geographic isolation means hiring cycles at its institutions often move on fixed academic calendars, with most tenure-track and full-time instructor searches concluding in spring for fall starts. The state's strong emphasis on Hawaiian language, Pacific Island studies, and marine sciences creates niche demand for instructors with specialized credentials in those areas. Prevailing wage determinations for Hawaii instructor roles reflect the state's higher cost of living compared to mainland benchmarks.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored instructor jobs in Hawaii?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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