Manager, Aina Learning and Innovation

Kamehameha Schools•Kurtistown, HI

About The Position

Drives strategic vision into site-level action, by overseeing daily learning operations, research workflows, and implementation across Practice-Based Researchers (PBRs) to ensure consistency between ma kai and ma uka. Collaborates closely with researchers, integrates findings into instructional practice, and advances the execution of external partnerships and aina-based initiatives. Aligns aina innovation with haumana outcomes, kumu practice, and the campus research agenda.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Hawaiian Studies, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in educational program delivery, site operations, or research coordination.
2+ years of experience supervising or leading staff in applied learning or research settings.
Demonstrated experience in aina-based learning environments and community engagement.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Familiarity with scientific research methods and data analysis.
Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in teaching, coaching, and supporting professional learning for peers.
Background in developing children and adult education and instructional programs.
Demonstrated success leading teams through change in culture, climate, or practice.
Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
Knowledge of the geographic and cultural landscape of Hawaiʻi.
Familiarity with land planning, sustainability, and natural resource management.
Proficiency or familiarity with olelo Hawaii.
Experience in community-based economic development initiatives.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to Christian values.
Knowledge related to loko i'a, school-based gardens, food systems, farm-to-table initiatives, renewable energy, water conservation, waste reduction, environmental education, and related policy.
Experience developing and implementing long-term sustainability strategies that integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) in aina-based learning.

Responsibilities

Site Operations and Coordination
Oversee daily operations of designated learning sites, ensuring safety, resource availability, and logistical coordination.
Maintain consistency in operational practices across ma kai and ma uka sites.
Manage site calendars, events, and vendor coordination for repairs and improvements.
Serve as the designee for site emergencies and ensure protocols are followed.
Research Coordination and Integration
Coordinate research priorities and workflows across Practice-Based Researchers.
Support the implementation of scientific monitoring and data collection aligned with campus research goals.
Facilitate the integration of research findings into instructional design and delivery.
Assist in the development of tools and resources to support Oiwi Edge learning and teaching.
People and Program Development
Support development opportunities for Practice-Based Researchers in instructional design, research methodology, and aina-based practices.
Develop, plan, coordinate, and implement activities such as seminars, teacher trainings, public events, and programs related to school sites, gardens, aina-based learning, sustainability, and Halau Kupukupu initiatives.
Encourage and facilitate school garden, aina-based learning, and sustainability efforts initiated by faculty, staff, and students.
Coordinate the design and resourcing of innovative programs that expand or improve existing initiatives.
Respond to specific requests from K-12 teachers by conducting lesson-specific research and distilling information for classroom use.
Instructional Implementation
Collaborate with kumu and researchers to implement high-quality, aina-based learning experiences.
Ensure alignment of instructional practices with campus strategic goals and Oiwi Edge expectations.
Contribute to the facilitation of professional learning and instructional application on site or through Ka'aikuahiwi.
Partnership Implementation
Coordinate on-site implementation of external partnerships under the guidance of the Director.
Liaise with community partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful collaboration.
Monitor and report on partnership outcomes and alignment with site and campus goals.