Preschool Teacher & Aide Opportunities

Honolulu | Full-Time
$500 New Hire Bonus | No Teaching Certificate Required

Do you value reliability, teamwork, and being a trusted presence for children who count on you?
Kama‘āina Kids—one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is looking for dedicated, caring individuals to join our Honolulu preschool teams. Our classrooms thrive on steady routines, strong relationships, and staff who show up consistently so children can feel secure, happy, and ready to learn.

We provide excellent training, full benefits, and clear career pathways—all in a supportive, joyful environment rooted in aloha.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a Steady, Meaningful Impact
Children flourish when they see familiar faces and consistent routines. Your reliability helps create a safe, nurturing space where keiki grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

Supportive ‘Ohana Culture
Join a team of educators who value collaboration, trust, and mutual support. Strong classrooms start with strong relationships between staff.

Grow Your Career
We invest in long-term team members through ongoing professional development, fully paid CDA certification, and tuition assistance for college courses.

Top Workplace Recognition
Work for an organization celebrated for employee well-being, positivity, and purpose—five years running!

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment

• Support learning through hands-on, play-based activities

• Build strong, consistent relationships with children and families

• Contribute creativity and ideas to a collaborative school community

• Consistently work your scheduled hours to ensure classroom stability

Pay & Benefits

Competitive Pay:

• Teacher Aides: $17–$18.50/hr

• Teachers (once qualified): $19–$25/hr

Plus:

• $500 Sign-On Bonus

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• Childcare Discounts (50–75% off!)

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays—including your birthday! 🎉

• And more! Visit our Careers Page for full details

Qualifications

Teachers

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

• 6–12 months relevant classroom experience

Caregivers (Infant/Toddler)

• High school diploma

• Infant/Toddler training

• 12–24 months experience with children under 36 months

Teacher Aides

• No prior experience required

• Training provided

Schedule & Locations

• Full-time positions, Monday–Friday

• ✔ No evenings

• ✔ No weekends

• Consistent attendance and commitment to your full schedule is essential

Now Hiring At:

• Alewa Heights Preschool

• Hawaii Kai (Holy Trinity)

• Judd Street

• Moanalua

• St. Mark’s Preschool (Waikīkī)

Please indicate your preferred location on your application.

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

As Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families through quality care and education. We support our staff with aloha, training, and structure—while relying on dependable team members to keep classrooms thriving.

Our preschools are on O‘ahu & Maui, with school-age programs on Kaua‘i, Big Island, O‘ahu, & Maui.

Eligibility: 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!

Learn more: Careers at Kama‘āina Kids

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