Dr. Kelly Maeshiro brings a passion for mathematics, academic excellence, and nearly a decade of teaching experience to Kūlia Academy. Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, Dr. Maeshiro has taught students across a wide range of ages and academic levels, from elementary school learners to doctoral candidates.

Dr. Maeshiro graduated magna cum laude with highest honors from Harvard University and later earned two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary in New York City, a graduate institution affiliated with Columbia University.

Throughout his career, Dr. Maeshiro has taught in both classroom and one-on-one settings, helping students develop confidence, critical thinking skills, and a deep understanding of mathematics. He served as a long-term mathematics teacher at Punahou School, where he taught Geometry and Precalculus courses and assumed the full responsibilities of a classroom teacher, including lesson planning, assessment, grading, office hours, faculty collaboration, and student support. He has also worked extensively as a private tutor, guiding students from elementary school through graduate-level studies.

Known for his ability to make complex concepts accessible and engaging, Dr. Maeshiro is committed to helping students build strong mathematical foundations while developing the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for success in advanced STEM fields. His dedication to academic rigor, intellectual curiosity, and student growth aligns closely with Kūlia Academy’s mission of preparing students for success in an increasingly technological and data-driven world.

At Kūlia Academy, Dr. Maeshiro teaches mathematics and helps students develop the quantitative reasoning skills that serve as the foundation for future studies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, artificial intelligence, and data science.