Parents And Children·Holualoa, Hawaii
The Preschool Aide supports the implementation of individualized early education programs and assists teachers with developmental screenings. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for children and their families.
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Job Title: Preschool Aide
Location/Work Status: Holualoa, Hawaii
Job Type: On Call (less than 19 hours / week), Non-Exempt
$16.18 / hour
We believe that every child deserves bright and healthy futures. Early education plays a critical role during the important developmental period, especially among disadvantaged children. Investing in early education will have a tremendous impact on life outcomes and provide thriving futures for Hawaii’s young minds.
Federally funded initiatives provide early childhood education and related comprehensive services for low-income parents and children, and children with special needs. Early Head Start (EHS) provides services in centers and in homes to prenatal parents and parents with infants and toddlers. Head Start (HS) serves children ages three through five and their parents to provide a head start for school success.
The Preschool Aide assists with the implementation of an individualized and comprehensive early education program, including assisting in activities with the children, assisting children with disabilities, and performing tasks related to maintaining a clean safe environment for the children. This position reports to the Area Manager or Preschool Teacher, depending on the location.
Experience working with children in a preschool or day care setting. (Preferred)
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Can obtain an acceptable criminal background check upon hire, one year later, and annually thereafter.
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Can obtain an acceptable CWS background check. upon hire, one year later, and annually thereafter.
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Can obtain an acceptable National Sex Offender Registry Check upon hire, one year later, and annually thereafter.
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Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and TB test upon hire and as requested
Start your Professional Development today! Financial Aide available for qualified applicants who wish to obtain their Child Development Associate Certificates and/or to further your education in the field of Early Childhood Education.
Our Early Head Start / Head Start Programs provide 30 + hours of professional development, annually that will fulfill Hawaii State licensing health and safety requirements
Professional coaching opportunities in the field of Early Childhood Education
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in a preschool or daycare setting is preferred, along with the ability to pass multiple background checks and a physical exam.
Market context
On-call preschool aide positions in Hawaii often reflect steady demand for flexible classroom support in early childhood settings. These roles can be competitive because employers usually look for candidates who are 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and can clear background checks and a physical exam; experience in preschool or daycare settings is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and be ready to highlight any child-care experience and your availability when you apply.
