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Teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in K-12 public schools overseen by the Hawaii Department of Education, the state's single unified school district, as well as private schools and universities across Honolulu, Hilo, and Maui. International educators with credentials in STEM, special education, or language instruction find the most active sponsorship activity.
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Title: Instructor (I2) of Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)
Position Number: 0085960T
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: June 12, 2026
Closing Date: June 26, 2026
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. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by June 26, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026
The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) is an Indigenous-serving institution with a commitment to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. The University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS)
Position Number: 0085960T
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: June 12, 2026
Closing Date: June 26, 2026
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. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by June 26, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026
The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) is an Indigenous-serving institution with a commitment to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. The University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 employers in Hawaii sponsor visas for teaching roles?
The Hawaii Department of Education is the largest sponsor of teaching positions in the state, hiring for public schools across all islands. Private institutions such as Punahou School, Kamehameha Schools, and Hawaii Preparatory Academy also sponsor international teachers. At the post-secondary level, the University of Hawaii system sponsors faculty and instructional staff across its multiple campuses.
Which visa types are most common for teaching jobs in Hawaii?
The H-1B visa is the most common route for university-level and specialized K-12 teaching roles that qualify as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The J-1 visa is widely used for exchange teachers in public schools through programs approved by the U.S. Department of State. Some private schools also sponsor O-1 visas for teachers with extraordinary ability in specialized disciplines.
Which cities in Hawaii have the most teaching visa sponsorship jobs?
Honolulu on Oahu has the highest concentration of teaching sponsorship opportunities, reflecting the density of public schools, private institutions, and University of Hawaii Manoa. Hilo on the Big Island sees activity through University of Hawaii Hilo and Hawaii Island public schools. Maui's growing population has increased demand at both the K-12 and community college levels in Kahului and Wailuku.
How to find teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Hawaii?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find teaching roles in Hawaii where employers are open to visa sponsorship. You can filter specifically by state and role type to surface relevant openings across K-12 schools, private institutions, and universities. Because Hawaii's teacher shortage is acute in special education and STEM, those credentials improve visibility on the platform and with hiring schools statewide.
Are there any Hawaii-specific considerations for teachers seeking visa sponsorship?
Hawaii operates a single statewide school district, meaning public school sponsorship flows through one central employer rather than hundreds of local districts as in most states. Teachers must hold or obtain a Hawaii Department of Education license, and credential evaluation for internationally trained educators can add lead time to the hiring process. STEM, special education, and Hawaiian language instruction face persistent shortages, which improves sponsorship prospects in those subject areas.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored teaching 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.