Employment

Robin Paraiso - Director of Human Resources

Here at Hawai'i Preparatory Academy, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable living resources. Our goal is to recruit and retain the person who is the best fit for each position, whether it is a faculty, staff or administrator position. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate high standards of character, excellent teaching and working skills, and sound emotional health, and who can commit to the ideals of our program and our mission. Critical to our vision are individuals who represent a diversity of thought, background, and perspective, and who gain inspiration through their interactions with their colleagues and students. If these qualities describe you, we would like to hear from you.

HPA offers a lot of attractions: it is located in a beautiful and unique rural setting; it has a long-standing commitment to excellence; and it is known for its sense of ohana (family) to mention just a few. For many of our faculty and staff, working at HPA is a way of life. Most contribute to the school program in other ways such as coaching and providing support in the dormitories and student activities program.

HPA offers competitive compensation and benefit packages, as well as professional development opportunities commensurate with the school's expectations of excellence.

We invite you to join our vibrant community. We welcome applications for faculty and staff positions all year-round. Please submit your inquiries and completed applications to:

Human Resources
Hawai'i Preparatory Academy
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Rd.
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
E-mail: hr@hpa.edu
Phone: (808) 881-4054
Fax: (808) 881-4045

Hawai'i Preparatory Academy does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national origin, or any other characteristic.

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Current Job Openings:

Thank you for your interest in employment at HPA. The following positions are available:

CDL Instructor

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Designs and delivers classroom and behind-the-wheel training to employees in preparation for obtaining and maintaining a Commercial Drivers License with School Bus Endorsement. Also provides training as necessary for employees transporting students or performing functions for the school in any other non-commercial vehicles.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Current CDL License – Type A, B, or C with PS endorsements, acceptable Driver Qualification File, thorough knowledge of State of Hawaii and Federal CDL laws, regulations, and training guidelines. Able to be flexible in scheduling training in order to accommodate needs of employees.

Additional Skills:

Ability to effectively deliver complex training curriculum.
Ability to work with a variety of skill levels while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Strong interpersonal as well as written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently.