Manager, Aina Learning and Innovation Job Listing at Kamehameha Schools in Keaau, Hawaii (Job ID JR-06480)

Description

Job Posting Title

Manager, Aina Learning and Innovation

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

12-17-2025

Job Exempt?

Yes

Recruiting End Date

12-26-2025

Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Summary

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. 

Essential 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. 

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for the requirements listed.

• 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

• 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. 

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sits, stands, walks, and bends to manage an outdoor classroom of school-aged children.

• Performs desk-based computer tasks and grasps light or fine manipulation; talks and hears clearly. 

• Frequently works outdoors, including on uneven ground and in various weather conditions. 

• Occasionally lifts and/or carries, pushes and/or pulls objects weighing 10–20 pounds. 

• Occasionally twists, kneels, crawls, climbs, reaches, or works above shoulder level, or grasps forcefully. 

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in non-standard, off-campus environments and occasionally in office settings. 

• Work is typically Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours as needed. 

• Work involves hands-on, project-based learning with students, primarily outdoors. 

• Work in an innovation laboratory context such as Halau Kupukupu requires flexibility and openness to visits or observations by KS staff and partner stakeholders. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Work Year

12

Pay Range

87,500.00 - 124,600.00 Annual

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Hawaii Campus

City, State

Keaau, Hawaii

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