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Now accepting applications for our April 2023 cohort

The application deadline is December 31st 2022.
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WHO we are

“A ‘ohe pau ka ike i ka Hālau ho‘okahi” –Not all knowledge is learned in the same school.

Kaho‘iwai is an Education Provider Program (EPP) that offers nationally accredited post-secondary teacher education programs aimed at developing individuals into qualified educators of Hawaiian children.  Kaho’iwai is designed to graduate student focused and reflective practitioners grounded in Hawaiian values and committed to lifelong learning.

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Features of the program

Employment Opportunities

The program is designed for individuals with an undergraduate degree from an accredited university who wish to work with Native Hawaiian children in education. The program does not guarantee employment. Elementary and secondary programs are available. The license fields supported by the secondary program include Math, Science, English, Hawaiian Studies, and Social Studies in the 6-12 years. 

Online Instruction

Online instruction is provided by experienced and qualified higher education faculty selected from the Hawaiian community, trained in the specifics of the program, and supported by program staff. The program does not train candidates to speak or teach Hawaiian language to the degree required for immersions schools.

Program Quality Accreditation

The program received the maximum initial period of accreditation available to programs. Program quality is continuously assessed using external tools, rubrics, and coursework. On successful completion graduates can apply for licensing in the state of Hawai`i. One unique assessment tool is the Kauhale principles rubric using Hawaiian values as a basis for formal assessment.

Construction & Delivery

The construction and delivery of the program reflects an indigenous education framework in which each component of the philosophy is clearly articulated and implemented.

In-Residence Components

The program is conducted at sites of cultural significance across Hawai`i. These sites offer outstanding `āina-based facilities in support of teaching and learning. The residentials are supplemented by online learning activities, practicum supervision, and mentoring within the school setting. There is a dedicated student support officer available for students.

Message from the academic dean

Welina mai me ke aloha iā kākou a pau,
Kaho`iwai offers programs to license teachers in the State of Hawai`i.  Current programs include the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Teaching in Elementary K-6 and the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Teaching in Secondary 6-12.
 
Interested people may visit the ‘admissions tab’ and complete the pre-application online form to register their expression of interest. For further information on planned teacher education programs please explore the website or contact us for more information.
 
 
Noekeonaona Kirby
Academic Dean

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Dec 31, 2021

Now accepting applications for the April 2022 Cohort

 

Aloha everyone, we are currently accepting applications for our April 2022 cohort. The application deadline will be December 31st 2021.

Please submit an inquiry to us via the “admissions page.”

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February 2021
Ka Wai Ola News Feature of Kahoi'wai Teacher Education Program

Written by: NOEKEONAONA KIRBY
See Page 14.

See Article
Sunshine Aiona

New staff additions
to Kaho'iwai

Welcome our new Teacher Education Coordinator!

Sunshine ‘Sunny’, is a former graduate of Kahoʻiwai and has worked as an instructor for the past few years.  We are very excited to be working with Sunny and want to welcome her to our team.

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get in touch with Kaho'iwai Staff

If you need support or have questions, please contact Ikaika Jenks-Pua’a or Sunshine Aiona.

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Kaho’iwai Office

Phone: 808-339-7795

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ikaikajp@kalo.org

sunnya@kalo.org

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P.O. Box 6511 Kamuela, HI 96743

Phone: (808) 339-7795

Fax: (808) 887-0030

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