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Preschool and Toddler Teachers

Kamaaina Kids

#Early Childhood Education #Preschool #CDA #Licensed Childcare #Social Emotional Learning #Cognitive Development #Toddler Care #Child Development Associate #Nonprofit Childcare

Quick overview

Create a safe and welcoming classroom environment while planning age-appropriate learning experiences. Support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development through play and positive relationships with families.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED. Depending on the role, a CDA, associate's, or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and 6-24 months of licensed childcare experience may be required.

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Job description

Preschool & Toddler Teachers Teach. Play. Encourage. Make Every Day Meaningful. The early years matter—and so do the people who shape them. At Kamaʻāina Kids, you'll do more than supervise a classroom. You'll help children build confidence, discover new skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning in a warm, supportive environment where teachers are valued. Whether your passion is working with toddlers or preschoolers, we'd love to welcome you to our ʻohana. Kailua & Kaneohe Area $500 New Hire Bonus
Full-Time & Sub Opportunities Why You’ll Love This Role A Workplace That Appreciates Teachers Join one of Hawaiʻi's Top Workplaces and become part of a team that believes great teachers deserve support, respect, and opportunities to grow. Every Day Is Purposeful Help children reach important developmental milestones through hands-on learning, creative play, music, movement, outdoor exploration, and meaningful relationships. Grow Your Career Whether you're already experienced or working toward becoming fully qualified, we'll invest in your future through paid training, CDA sponsorship, professional development, and tuition assistance. A Schedule That Supports Your Life Monday–Friday No evenings No weekends Consistent daytime hours What You’ll Do As part of our preschool team, you'll: Create a safe, welcoming classroom where every child feels seen and supported Plan engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences Encourage social, emotional, language, and cognitive development through play Build positive partnerships with families Work closely with fellow teachers to create a fun, collaborative classroom environment Pay & Benefits Starting Pay Qualified Teachers: $22–$25/hour DOE Infant/Toddler Caregivers: $19–$21/hour DOE Teacher Aides: $17–$18.50/hour We also offer: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with 6% company match Childcare discounts (50–75%) College tuition reimbursement Paid holidays—including your birthday! Paid time off Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities And more! Visit our Career Page for full details Who We're Looking For Qualified Teachers 18+ years old High school diploma or GED CDA, associate's, or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education 6–12 months of experience in a licensed preschool or childcare setting Infant & Toddler Caregivers 18+ years old High school diploma or GED 12–24 months of experience working with children under age three in a licensed setting Required infant/toddler training (training available if needed) New to Early Childhood Education? If you're passionate about working with children but don't yet meet all PATCH qualifications, ask about our limited Teacher Aide opportunities. We'll help you complete the required training—including paying for your CDA—to grow your career with us. Not qualified yet? We may have limited Aide positions available while we help you complete training to meet PATCH Caregiver qualifications. (Pay range: $17–$18.50/hour) We even cover the cost of your CDA! (Child Development Associate) Schedule & Locations Monday–Friday
Full-Time ✔ No evenings ✔ No weekends Now Hiring At: Kailua Preschool Kaneohe Preschool Aikahi 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.

Preschool and Toddler Teachers

Preschool and Toddler Teachers

Preschool and Toddler Teaching in Hawaii

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