Malama Aina Foundation Hiring for Education/Cultural Specialist at Hilo, HI Full Time

Primary Purpose

Develop and implement the Foundation’s Hawaiian culture-based context training programs focused on math, science, and English language arts concepts and benchmark mastery pertinent to the mission of the Foundation and all programs, including staff and teacher training, and student instructional units.

Essential Duties

· Work closely with senior Hawaiian Cultural Specialist, Hawaiʻi Island Education Coordinator, and Project Manager to develop project and Hawaiian culture-based learning curriculum for grades 6-8 that fosters knowledge growth for program participants, employees, and partner agencies;

· Work closely with teachers, students, and program staff to teach curriculum in classrooms, field experiences, and other program sites;

· Mentor students during and after school hours;

· Provide logistical support for delivery sites;

· Serve as record keepers, e.g., attendance and logs;

· Provide feedback and communication to teachers, staff, and parents that will include but not be limited to student progress tracking and goal setting;

· Assist and collaborate with senior Hawaiian Cultural Specialists with community projects, staff development, and implementation of conflict resolution.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned including, but not limited to:

· Produce web posts about the program;

· Maintain site and equipment and;

· Assist with program reporting.

Work Hours

· Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or as otherwise determined by the supervisor;

· Position requires regular and predictable attendance;

· Occasional attendance required at some events in evening or on weekends.

Working Conditions

· Work at project office, schools where the project is scheduled, and in community and outdoor project field locations;

· Travel in personal vehicle to and from program, meeting, and training sites;

· Travel to the neighbor islands for extended stays as needed.

Equipment Use

Personal Vehicle, computer and or lap top, printer, scanner, copier, fax machine, office and or work cell phone/Bluetooth, camera, scientific equipment.

Mental, Physical, and Communication Demands

Mental:

· Consistent adherence to the practice of MAF’s core values that are used as a guiding force in the success of all of its programs;

· Strong application of cultural practices, values, and perspectives;

· Must be keenly aware of and attentive to program participants;

· Must be able to multi-task and prioritize;

· Must possess strong interpersonal skills;

· Must be able to analyze and problem solve issues;

· Must be able to cope with stress that may be induced by the situations of our program partners, participants, staff and administration.

Physical:

· Must be physically fit and able to keep up with the students and teachers in sailing, gardening, hiking and swimming;

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis;

· Must be able to sit and work at desk for extended period of time.

Communication:

· Must exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program partners, participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;

· Requires good oral and written communication skills in English and Hawaiian;

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Required:

· Bachelor’s Degree required in Math, Science, English Language Arts, Education, Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiian Language or equivalent;

· At least one (1) year of experience in formal or informal instruction involving Hawaiian learner and Hawaiian community;

· Basic academic knowledge and research experience in Hawaiian culture, history and issues;

· At least one (1) year of professional teaching experience in at least two (2) of the following: Mathematics, Science, English Language Arts, Hawaiian Studies and/or Hawaiian Language;

· Must be able to deliver creative and engaging projects that integrate the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards;

· Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Windows and Apple operating systems and iOS;

· Must have access to a vehicle, have a valid driver’s license, a safe and responsible driving record, and current no-fault auto insurance, with at least $100K in bodily collision per person and $25K in property damage liability.

Preferred:

· Familiarity with applied mathematics instruction to the algebra level;

· Experience in laboratory or field research;

· Understanding of Trauma Informed Care skills and strategies.

All positions require that the incumbent have no confirmed records of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Mālama ‘Āina Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Name and/or Title: Cindy Quach, HR Manager
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #: 808-521-2077

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please visit the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

**All applicants are advised that post conditional offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted, and they must successfully pass the drug test. Failure to submit to testing within the specified deadline or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with the Foundation and any employment offer will be withdrawn.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Work Location: One location