Director, Student Well-Being and Post-Secondary Success
Kamehameha Schools, Makawao, HI, United States
Aloha mai!
Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.
If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!*Kamehameha Schools
is seeking a strategic, student‐centered Director of Student Well‐Being and Postsecondary Success to lead K–12 efforts that advance academic excellence, student wellness, and successful transitions beyond high school. Grounded in the
and our commitment to developing ʻōiwi leaders who ku[ʻ]upau, this role provides cohesive K–12 oversight, aligns systems and supports, and strengthens data‐informed practices and staff development. With expertise in MTSS and student well‐being, the Director ensures that prevention, early intervention, and equitable access to supports contribute to student growth, persistence, and post-secondary success. As a trusted advisor to the Po[ʻ]o Kula and a member of the Campus Senior Leadership Team, the Director partners across divisions, supports Kumu, leads crisis response and safety protocols, and helps build a unified K–12 system focused on readiness for college, career, and life. We seek a collaborative, relationship‐driven leader who is passionate about student wellness, educational equity, and ensuring every haumāna is prepared for life beyond KS.*Senior-level administrator that serves as a visionary leader who brings a student-centered approach and who demonstrates the ability to build and sustain a culture of collaboration in support of students and graduates. This position promotes strategies and programs designed to positively impact the student and family experience at a Kamehameha Schools Ensures the successful implementation of social and emotional (SEL) curriculum that is implemented K-12 .Monitor and ensure evidence-based practices support the student’s educational, social, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral needs across K-12, prioritizing wellness for all students, educators, and providers.
expertise to ensure everyone understands their role within an interconnected well-being system. Design, implement, and continuously improve school and system-wide solutions to increase student participation in work-based learning, internship opportunities and enhance students' understanding of higher education.
Stay current with emerging research, policy innovations, and legislation in higher education, post-secondary institutions, and workforce, while innovating and responding creatively to evolving needs by identifying existing solutions and developing new ones as necessaryDevelops and implements programs that increase awareness around MTSS and Student Safety, academic programming and access, and post-secondary success, K-12.* Master's degree from an accredited college or university* Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative yet clear and decisive leadership style, high energy, and lively intelligence.* Detail oriented and highly organized leader with proactive and balanced problem solving skills.* Willing to make difficult decisions or providing direct and honest feedback in a positive and constructive manner.* Possess a contagious positive attitude and the ability to motivate others.* Team builder who inspires both staff and students.* Willing and available to work varied hours, including evening events and travel on a regular basis both within and out of state as required.Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading, facilitating, and/or consulting in K-12 school settings Minimum of 7 years of directly related administration experience. * Willingness to learn and exhibit a commitment to an improved, high-quality education system for Native Hawaiian learners.* Must be able to understand and support the importance of revitalizing and promoting Hawaiian cultural vibrancy in achieving KS' mission and KS' commitment to Hawaiian cultural vibrancy among its leadership, staff and learners system-wide.* Appreciation for Native Hawaiian culture and language perpetuation* Focus on establishing priorities to achieve early, meaningful and sustainable school improvement.* Lead effective transformation of areas of oversight.* Motivate and inspire others to create and sustain world class support services for our students in areas of assigned responsibility.* Leads with flexibility, transparency, and the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.* Collaborative leadership style with superior communication and listening skills.* Strategic and reflective thinker who uses inclusive approaches to decision making.* Naturally outgoing leader able to adjust to various audiences and connect with multiple constituencies.* Ability to maintain composure, tact, sensitivity and flexibility during peak periods and crisis intervention situations.* High level of integrity to handle the highly confidential information regularly seen and discussed. * History of excellence working in public and/or independent school education.* Determine how best to track and assess progress and success. Apply strategies for communicating one's vision to the multiple stakeholders in the school and community.* Deliver high quality products, projects, programs and services that are cost-effective, on budget and on time.Previous work with diverse learners and communities. Experience in K-12 educational systems Experience working in Native Hawaiian communities, within local or state or independent education entities, and other Hawaiian agencies and organizations.Strong computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with student information management systems. Familiarity with needs and resources for schools and communities. Knowledge of KS mission, strategic plan, policies and procedures.Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values. Frequently sits, performs desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear. Kamehameha Schools offers a dynamic, innovative and collaborative work environment for growth-minded individuals who embrace culture and diversity.Deeply committed to shaping a thriving and vibrant future for Native Hawaiians, Kamehameha Schools aims at finding the right people for the right roles, who bring talent and passion to our mission. Our workforce is comprised of full- and part-time, on-call, and seasonal employees who work in various positions at locations across Hawai[ʻ]i pae ʻāina (group of islands), including three K-12 campuses, 29 preschools, and other regional and support offices.www.ksbe.edu/careers! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.
If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!*Kamehameha Schools
is seeking a strategic, student‐centered Director of Student Well‐Being and Postsecondary Success to lead K–12 efforts that advance academic excellence, student wellness, and successful transitions beyond high school. Grounded in the
and our commitment to developing ʻōiwi leaders who ku[ʻ]upau, this role provides cohesive K–12 oversight, aligns systems and supports, and strengthens data‐informed practices and staff development. With expertise in MTSS and student well‐being, the Director ensures that prevention, early intervention, and equitable access to supports contribute to student growth, persistence, and post-secondary success. As a trusted advisor to the Po[ʻ]o Kula and a member of the Campus Senior Leadership Team, the Director partners across divisions, supports Kumu, leads crisis response and safety protocols, and helps build a unified K–12 system focused on readiness for college, career, and life. We seek a collaborative, relationship‐driven leader who is passionate about student wellness, educational equity, and ensuring every haumāna is prepared for life beyond KS.*Senior-level administrator that serves as a visionary leader who brings a student-centered approach and who demonstrates the ability to build and sustain a culture of collaboration in support of students and graduates. This position promotes strategies and programs designed to positively impact the student and family experience at a Kamehameha Schools Ensures the successful implementation of social and emotional (SEL) curriculum that is implemented K-12 .Monitor and ensure evidence-based practices support the student’s educational, social, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral needs across K-12, prioritizing wellness for all students, educators, and providers.
expertise to ensure everyone understands their role within an interconnected well-being system. Design, implement, and continuously improve school and system-wide solutions to increase student participation in work-based learning, internship opportunities and enhance students' understanding of higher education.
Stay current with emerging research, policy innovations, and legislation in higher education, post-secondary institutions, and workforce, while innovating and responding creatively to evolving needs by identifying existing solutions and developing new ones as necessaryDevelops and implements programs that increase awareness around MTSS and Student Safety, academic programming and access, and post-secondary success, K-12.* Master's degree from an accredited college or university* Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative yet clear and decisive leadership style, high energy, and lively intelligence.* Detail oriented and highly organized leader with proactive and balanced problem solving skills.* Willing to make difficult decisions or providing direct and honest feedback in a positive and constructive manner.* Possess a contagious positive attitude and the ability to motivate others.* Team builder who inspires both staff and students.* Willing and available to work varied hours, including evening events and travel on a regular basis both within and out of state as required.Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading, facilitating, and/or consulting in K-12 school settings Minimum of 7 years of directly related administration experience. * Willingness to learn and exhibit a commitment to an improved, high-quality education system for Native Hawaiian learners.* Must be able to understand and support the importance of revitalizing and promoting Hawaiian cultural vibrancy in achieving KS' mission and KS' commitment to Hawaiian cultural vibrancy among its leadership, staff and learners system-wide.* Appreciation for Native Hawaiian culture and language perpetuation* Focus on establishing priorities to achieve early, meaningful and sustainable school improvement.* Lead effective transformation of areas of oversight.* Motivate and inspire others to create and sustain world class support services for our students in areas of assigned responsibility.* Leads with flexibility, transparency, and the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.* Collaborative leadership style with superior communication and listening skills.* Strategic and reflective thinker who uses inclusive approaches to decision making.* Naturally outgoing leader able to adjust to various audiences and connect with multiple constituencies.* Ability to maintain composure, tact, sensitivity and flexibility during peak periods and crisis intervention situations.* High level of integrity to handle the highly confidential information regularly seen and discussed. * History of excellence working in public and/or independent school education.* Determine how best to track and assess progress and success. Apply strategies for communicating one's vision to the multiple stakeholders in the school and community.* Deliver high quality products, projects, programs and services that are cost-effective, on budget and on time.Previous work with diverse learners and communities. Experience in K-12 educational systems Experience working in Native Hawaiian communities, within local or state or independent education entities, and other Hawaiian agencies and organizations.Strong computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications; familiarity with student information management systems. Familiarity with needs and resources for schools and communities. Knowledge of KS mission, strategic plan, policies and procedures.Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values. Frequently sits, performs desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear. Kamehameha Schools offers a dynamic, innovative and collaborative work environment for growth-minded individuals who embrace culture and diversity.Deeply committed to shaping a thriving and vibrant future for Native Hawaiians, Kamehameha Schools aims at finding the right people for the right roles, who bring talent and passion to our mission. Our workforce is comprised of full- and part-time, on-call, and seasonal employees who work in various positions at locations across Hawai[ʻ]i pae ʻāina (group of islands), including three K-12 campuses, 29 preschools, and other regional and support offices.www.ksbe.edu/careers! #J-18808-Ljbffr