Floating Preschool Aide

Make a Difference—Every Day, in More Than One Classroom

Looking for a meaningful role working with children—with consistency and variety? Join our Kamaʻāina Kids ʻohana as a Floating Preschool Aide, supporting our Windward preschools in Kailua and Kāneʻohe.

Kāneʻohe & Kailua

Full-Time / Part-Time | Flexible Schedule | Up to 40 Hours/Week

In this unique role, you’ll be part of a small, supportive team that works across 3 nearby preschool locations, helping classrooms run smoothly wherever you’re needed most. One day you might be in Kailua, the next in Kāneʻohe—bringing your positive energy and care to different groups of keiki.

What This Role Looks Like

• Work approximately 20–40 hours per week based on program needs

• Rotate between 3 preschools in the Windward area (Kailua & Kāneʻohe)

• Support classrooms with daily routines, activities, and supervision

• Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children

• Build relationships with different teams and age groups

Why You’ll Love This Role

• More consistent hours than a typical substitute role

• Higher pay for flexibility across locations

• Variety in your day—no two days are exactly the same

• Supportive team environment across multiple sites

• Opportunity to grow into a long-term role

Start Here—Grow Your Career

No professional experience? No problem—we’ll train you!

At Kamaʻāina Kids, many of our teachers and leaders started as aides. We provide:

• Paid training and hands-on support

• CDA (Child Development Associate) at no cost

• Ongoing professional development and career pathways

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old

• High school diploma or GED

• No professional experience required—we’ll train you!

• Willing to travel between Kailua and Kāneʻohe locations

• Reliable and flexible with scheduling

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Enjoys working with young children and building connections

• Is positive, patient, and nurturing

• Is dependable and willing to jump in where needed

• Is open to learning and growing in early childhood education

• Brings energy and teamwork to every classroom

Schedule

• Weekday daytime hours only (no evenings or weekends)

• Flexible schedule based on program needs

• 20-40 hours per week (meets eligibility requirements for benefits)

• Work across multiple sites within the Windward area

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $18–$20/hour (based on experience)

• $500 Sign-On Bonus

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 6% 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*

*Benefits eligibility is based on average weekly hours worked.

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, O‘ahu, and Maui

📢 Apply Today at jobs.kamaainakids.com

Bring your energy, your heart, and your willingness to learn—we’ll help you build the rest.

Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.
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*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).

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