Preschool Teacher Aide

Help Little Learners Thrive — and Feel Valued Doing It

Do you love teaching preschool… but want a workplace that’s organized, supportive, and truly appreciates experienced educators? Kama‘āina Kids—recognized as one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is hiring Preschool Teachers in Kihei. (Maui)

Bring your heart for keiki, your classroom strengths, and your creativity—then grow your career in a setting built for stability, teamwork, and meaningful impact.

Hiring Teachers Aides for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool

Kihei

$750 New Hire Bonus

• Full-Time
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll:

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate classroom experiences
• Support children’s social-emotional growth and early learning milestones
• Maintain a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment
• Partner with families and collaborate with your teaching team
• Show up with reliability, positivity, and genuine care for each child
  
  

Why Educators Choose Kama‘āina Kids

• Your skills and contributions are recognized (not taken for granted)
• Work in a nationally accredited program with a strong curriculum
• Enjoy a well-supported, well-run environment so you can focus on teaching
• Full-day, year-round programs offer consistency and stability
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Join a Top Workplace in Hawai‘i and the USA
  
  

Qualifications

Teacher Aides: ($17-18.50)

• At least 18 with a high school diploma or GED
• Experience working with children in any setting (babysitting, tutoring, coaching, youth programs, etc.) or a strong interest in working with children
• Kind, patient, and energetic; eager to learn and grow in early childhood education with a willingness to be trained
  
  

Growth Opportunity:

This Aide position is a great entry point into early childhood education. As you gain experience and complete qualifications, you may be eligible to transition into a Teacher or Caregiver role with pay ranging from $19–$25 per hour. We support your growth and cover the cost of your CDA (Child Development Associate).

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage (for eligible employees)
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid time off and holidays (including your birthday!)
• Childcare discounts (50-75%)
• College tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development
  
  

See our Career Site for more details about Perks & Benefits!

Schedule & Site

• Weekday daytime hours (no nights/weekends)
• Pi'ilani Preschool (Kihei on Maui)
• Full-time position available
  
  

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

Ready to make a difference?

👉 Apply today at jobs.kamaainakids.com

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• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).
  
  

Join our Kama‘āina Kids ʻohana and help create joyful, meaningful experiences for Hawai‘i’s keiki!

Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.