We are looking for qualified, motivated individuals to help move our mission forward!

Grow Some Good currently supports schools and community gardens across Maui.

As a non-profit, positions are dependent on receiving grant funding and donations. Positions are typically for the school year and breaks are non paid for unless there are special projects.

Job Position Description
The Garden Coordinator leads curriculum-focused outdoor classes and garden-based nutrition workshops. The Garden Coordinator works with teachers as they plan their lessons utilizing the outdoor classroom and models skills that teachers need to feel comfortable using the garden to teach science, history, social studies, cultural studies, math, literacy and other standards in practical real-life applications.

Details:

We are currently hiring for positions at multiple schools on Maui. Positions may be Grow Some Good staff, Department of Education positions, or private school positions depending on school placement.

• 10-35 hours per week depending on position
• HOURS: Varies based on school hours, but typically 7 hours/day between 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. up to 5 days/week + prep time
• LOCATION: various schools across island of Maui
• RATE: Varies based on education/experience and placement

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to develop lessons that support classroom teaching in a range of curriculum areas (science, social studies, mathematics, language arts, etc.).
• Lead garden classes, incorporating both environmental science and nutrition education as they relate to the garden.
• Oversee and coordinate students’ hands-on experiences in the garden (planting, tending, harvesting and cooking).
• Create video lessons as needed for distance learning opportunities.
• Lead safe and efficient maintenance of the garden, coordinate volunteers, support school outreach functions and work with PTA and PCNC (Parent Child Networking Coordinator) and Grow Some
• Good to secure needed supplies.
• Collaborate with Grow Some Good on garden scheduling / maintenance, plan and prepare for garden work activities, co-manage planting schedule, and ensure availability of tools and other necessary materials.
• Establish garden time schedule with curriculum coordinators and teachers.
• Participate in community garden events that bring students, families, teachers and community members together.
• Maintain necessary records of garden use and volunteer activity.

Required Qualifications

• 4 year college degree with work in agriculture, science, ecology, environmental science, education or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for college background.
• 1+ years of facilitation or teaching experience with youth aged 5 – 14.
• Knowledge and experience in growing a variety of edible plants, preferably in tropical climates. Knowledge of topics including urban gardening, botany, biodynamics, aquaponics, indigenous farming techniques. Knowledge in environmental science, health and nutrition, food systems and food access are a plus.
• Ability and willingness to create video lessons as needed for students participating in distance learning. Experience with video editing a plus.
• Ability to establish positive rapport with diverse groups of students and volunteers through written and verbal communications.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations including youth and adults.
• Ability to organize work plans and work independently.
• In good physical condition with willingness to participate in occasional physical labor in garden setting. Much of day is spent on your feet in outdoor setting. Must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs.
• Should have access to transportation for occasional supplies procurement and delivery, and be able to show proof of insurance for vehicle used.
• May be required to meet Department of Education minimum qualifications for employment and/or complete background check.
• Must be able to access a personal computer and have a cell phone.

Job Position Description
Reporting to and working closely alongside the Executive Director, the Farm (Māla) Manager is responsible for working hand in hand with the Grow Some Good (GSG) management team, community partners, supporting staff, volunteers, contractors, interns, and beneficiaries to design, build, and support Nā Māla Kaiāulu (Community Gardens and Food Forests) at the Maui Family YMCA. This entails collaborating and coordinating with various stakeholders to craft and implement comprehensive action plans concerning resources, budgets, and timeframes for projects, and working diligently to accomplish project outcomes on time and within budget.

Details:

• REPORTS TO: Executive Director
• STATUS: Part-Time Non-Exempt (~20-26 hours per week)
• RATE of PAY: $25 – 28 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Responsibilities:

• Participate in project design meetings and propose improvements if necessary
• Evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and develop solutions
• Plan and manage team goals, project schedules, and new information
• Follow up on tasks/issues, and transfer appropriate information to leadership when
  action needs to be taken
• Assist Executive Director on current projects and help coordinate all team
  members to keep workflow on track
• Support internal and external project communications by preparing and reviewing
  project agendas, meeting minutes, emails, and messages
• Monitor the overall progress of staff, keep projects on timeline, and update the
  CFS Program Manager regularly on progress
• Communicate regularly with appropriate GSG team members along with school
  and partner organization administrators to identify and define project
  requirements, scope, and objectives
• Coordinate distributions and retrievals of project materials
• Create and implement project tracking and evaluation measures
• Adhere to budget by monitoring expenses and implementing efficiency measures

General:

• Be teachable, be humble, be flexible, be determined, and have a positive attitude
• Though the work schedule is flexible, it is important to plan your week in
  accordance to project needs and to coordinate and align your work schedule as
  much as is reasonable with GSG staff and team members to ensure projects
  progress smoothly
• Attend any program, management, and board meetings as needed
• Communicate and work closely with the CFS Program Manager, F2S Program Manager, and Executive Director to support and coordinate the project’s goals
• Be willing to participate in a Background Check
• Have access to reliable transportation
• Be vaccinated against COVID-19 and emerging variants as vaccinations become available; Or, be willing to follow latest CDC guidelines & Hawaiʻi Department of Education policies (if entering HIDOE campuses) regarding COVID-19 and its
  variants.