Ahupua'a Experience Facilitator
About The Position
Join Kualoa Ranch Hawai‘i, where history, culture, and natural beauty come together in one of the most extraordinary places in Hawai‘i. With diverse operations and a deep commitment to our land, community, visitors, and each other, we honor our proud legacy while building an exciting future. Be part of our ‘ohana and share the spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. The Ahupuaʻa Experience Facilitator is responsible for leading engaging, age-appropriate educational tours and hands-on activities for Kualoa’s Education Department. This role works directly with keiki and students from Pre-K through 12th grade, as well as adult groups, delivering lessons that integrate Kualoa’s ranch history, Hawaiian culture and language, and ʻāina-based (place-based) education. This position supports curriculum delivery and continuous program improvement, and also contributes to the daily care and upkeep of the education campus through landscape work, loʻi (taro patch) maintenance, ʻāina restoration, and animal husbandry. This position requires successful completion of a background check due to working closely with minors.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Hawaiian culture, language, sustainability, and environmental awareness
- Strong communication skills with a positive and professional attitude
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working with children and/or adults in an educational or facilitation setting
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must be able to successfully pass a background check
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to swim and/or stand in water
- Physical ability to perform duties related to animal care, landscape maintenance, farming, and canoe paddling
- Physical capability to hike uphill/downhill slopes
Nice To Haves
- Experience in group facilitation, curriculum development, lesson planning, and team-building across various age groups preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead educational tours and activities tailored to specific age and grade levels, with a focus on Hawaiian culture, language, sustainability, and environmental learning
- Facilitate hands-on learning experiences such as Hawaiian crafts (ex: lei making, hana noeau, etc.)
- Support curriculum research, evaluation, facilitation, and ongoing improvement of educational content
- Help maintain and care for the education campus, including landscape work, loʻi care, ʻāina restoration, and animal care
- Foster a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment for participants of all ages, especially youth groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
