Summer Programs Preschool Teacher (JK)

• Le Jardin Academy is looking for a Summer Programs Preschool Teacher JK.
• This position will support the LJA mission statement and implementation of the summer and/or after school programs, model the school-wide Agreements and the attributes of the IB Learner Profile, exhibit courteous behavior and a sense of professionalism at all times, and demonstrate an enjoyment of working with children.
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or CDA is required or Bachelor’s degree in any field with 12 early childhood credit hours AND 6 months experience working with 0-5 year olds in a licensed facility is required.
• 6 months experience working with 0-5 year olds in a licensed facility is required.
• Knowledge of or experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and previous substitute teaching experience preferred.
• 2026 Summer Program hours are 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday- Friday.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• No phone calls please.
• Hourly pay range: $22.00 to $24.00.

Le Jardin Academy

Job Description: Summer programs preschool teacher (Jk)

Reports to: Enrichment and Extended Day Program Manager

Work Schedule

Summer 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Consults with: Classroom Teachers/Teacher Assistant, Extended Day Manager

Job Status: Part-time/Temp

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Date Revised: 1/13/2026

Employer

Le Jardin Academy, located in Kailua, HI, is an International Baccalaureate World School offering students a world-class education from pre-kindergarten to twelfth grade. Founded in 1961, Le Jardin Academy serves over 920 students. Its graduates attend the best universities across the world and are equipped to serve in whatever community they reside.

Position Summary

The role of Primary Summer Programs Junior Kindergarten Preschool Teacher will support the LJA mission statement and implementation of the summer and/or after school programs, model the school-wide Agreements and the attributes of the IB Learner Profile, exhibit courteous behavior and a sense of professionalism at all times, and demonstrate an enjoyment of working with children.

As part of our Extended Day program, the role of Teacher is to support the development of our junior kindergarten students (JK) , socially, and emotionally in alignment with a fun and safe recreational program during Afterschool and/or Summer Programs.

• General responsibilities
• Plan and implement age appropriate lessons and recreational activities
• Maintain classroom management and established routines
• Support student learning during summer
• Supervise students during instructional time, recess, and transitions
• Communicate effectively with the preschool team
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs
• Communicate to appropriate persons student attendance and behavior
• Follow all school policies and procedures detailed in the Employee Handbook.

Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or CDA

OR

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• 12 early childhood credit hours AND 6 months experience working with 0-5 year olds in a licensed facility

Experience

Required

• 6 months experience working with 0-5 year olds in a licensed facility

Preferred

• Knowledge of or experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)
• Previous substitute teaching experience

Competencies, Specialized Skills, and Knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in various classroom environments
• Patience and enthusiasm for working with young learners
• Classroom management skills
• Cultural sensitivity and appreciation for diversity
• Professional demeanor and reliability
• Basic computer skills

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a classroom setting.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required

• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to stand, talk, and hear

HOURS • 2026 Summer Program hours are 7

00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday- Friday

• Compensation and benefits
• Hourly
• Paid training