Preschool & Childcare Staff

Preschool Staff – Kahului

Are you passionate about working with young children and making a meaningful impact every day? Kama‘āina Kids, one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces, is hiring caring, energetic individuals to join our Kahului preschool on Maui. We offer paid training, excellent benefits, and real opportunities for growth—all in a supportive, welcoming environment.

$750 New Hire Bonus  •  Full-Time & Part-Time

Join Our Team as a Preschool Teacher or Aide!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Make a Difference
Create joyful learning moments through play, creativity, and hands-on exploration while supporting keiki development.

Supportive ‘Ohana Culture
Join a collaborative team that values fun, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Career Growth & Paid Training
Advance your career with ongoing training, fully paid CDA certification, and college tuition assistance.

Top Workplace Recognition
Work for an organization consistently recognized for employee well-being, positivity, and purpose.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment

• Support learning through play-based activities and creative experiences

• Build strong relationships with children and families

• Share ideas and contribute to a vibrant, imaginative school culture

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay

  • Teacher Aides: $17–$18.50/hr

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

• $750 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

  • Your birthday is a paid holiday!

• Additional benefits available—visit our Career Page for details

Qualifications:

• Teachers: CDA or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field, 6-12 months of experience.

• Caregivers: High school diploma, Infant/Toddler Training, 12-24 months of experience with children under 36 months.

• Teacher Aides: No experience required; training provided. ($17-$18.50)

Schedule & Locations:

Part-time & Full-time schedules, Monday through Friday, no evenings or weekends! Now hiring at our preschool location in Kahului. Please indicate your location preferences on your application. 

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

We’re Hawaii’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, 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 the tools, training, and aloha they need to thrive.

Ready to help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time?
Apply today and join our Kama‘āina Kids ‘ohana.

Our preschools are located on Oahu and Maui. We also operate school age programs on Kauai, Big Island, Oahu, and Maui. Indicate your location preferences on your online application! Check our website (kamaainakids.com) for location information. 

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaii (Or have plans to relocate) to qualify. 

Learn more:
Visit our Career Page!! (https://jobs.kamaainakids.com)

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