PreschoolTeachers

Preschool Teachers

Honolulu

$500 New Hire Bonus • Full-Time, Monday- Friday

Are you a qualified preschool teacher who is passionate about helping young children grow, learn, and build a strong foundation for lifelong success?

Kama‘āina Kids—one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is hiring experienced Preschool Teachers for our programs in Kailua and Kāne‘ohe. Join a supportive team where your expertise makes a meaningful impact as you create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments—while enjoying paid training and strong benefits.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a Real Impact
Nurture curiosity and development through play, movement, music, stories, and hands-on learning experiences.

Supportive ‘Ohana Culture
Work alongside caring educators who value collaboration, positivity, professional growth, and work-life balance.

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

Top Workplace Environment
Join an organization recognized year after year for employee well-being, purpose, and positivity.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment for preschool-aged children

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports school readiness

• Foster social, emotional, language, and early academic development through engaging activities

• Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families

• Bring creativity, leadership, and enthusiasm to a collaborative teaching team

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $21–$25/hour (for PATCH qualified teacher applicants)

• $500 Sign-On Bonus ($1000 for PATCH qualified Teachers!)

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with 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

Qualifications

Teachers ($21-25 per hour DOE)

• CDA or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

• 6–12 months relevant classroom experience

Infant/Toddler Caregivers ($19-21 per hour DOE)

• High school diploma

• Infant/Toddler training (We can provide all required training)

• 12–24 months experience with children under 36 months

Schedule & Locations

Monday–Friday • Full-Time
✔ No evenings
✔ No weekends

Now Hiring At:

• Hawaii Kai

• Judd Street

• Moanalua

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.