Caregivers & Preschool Teachers

Kailua & Kāneʻohe Area

$500 New Hire Bonus • Full-Time & Part-Time

Do you love working with young children and helping them learn, grow, and explore the world?
Kama‘āina Kids—one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is hiring Caregivers and Preschool Teachers for our preschools in Kailua and Kāneʻohe.

Enjoy meaningful work, strong benefits, paid training, and a supportive team that truly values its staff.

Join Our Team as a Caregiver or Teacher

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a Real Impact
Nurture curiosity and development through play, movement, music, stories, and hands-on learning experiences.

Supportive ‘Ohana Culture
Work alongside caring educators who value collaboration, positivity, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Career Growth & Paid Training
Advance your career with ongoing professional development, fully paid CDA certification, and college tuition assistance.

Top Workplace Environment
Join an organization recognized year after year for employee well-being, purpose, and positivity.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for toddlers and preschool-aged children

• Support social, emotional, and developmental growth through play-based learning

• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families

• Bring creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to a collaborative school culture

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $19–$25/hour (based on role and qualifications)

• $500 Sign-On Bonus

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Childcare Discounts (50–75% off!)

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays (Yes—your birthday is a holiday 🎉)

• And more! Visit our Career Page for full details

Qualifications

Preschool Teachers

• CDA or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

• 6–12 months of classroom experience

Caregivers

• High school diploma

• Infant/Toddler Training

• 12–24 months of experience with children under 36 months

Almost Qualified?
We may have Aide positions available while we help you complete training to meet PATCH Teacher qualifications.
(Pay range: $17–$18.50/hour)

Schedule & Locations

Monday–Friday • Full-Time or Part-Time
✔ No evenings
✔ No weekends

Now Hiring At:

• Kāneʻohe Preschool

• Kailua Preschool

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

We’re Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for five years running. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families through quality education and care—and we support our staff with training, structure, and aloha.

Preschools located on O‘ahu and Maui
School-age programs on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island, O‘ahu, and Maui

Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.
Visit kamaainakids.com for location information.

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).

Ready to help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time?
Apply today and join our Kama‘āina Kids ‘ohana.

Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.