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Preschool Teacher

Kama'aina Kids
Kailua, HI Part Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026
Inspire Young Minds

  • Grow Your Career
  • Join Hawai‘i’s Leading Childcare Team

Are you an experienced educator who loves working with children and wants to make a lasting impact? Kama‘āina Kids is seeking passionate Preschool Teachers to join our team in Kailua and Kaneohe. Help shape the future of Hawai‘i’s keiki in a nurturing, inclusive, and joyful learning environment.

Why You’ll Thrive Here

  • Purposeful Work: Guide preschoolers through hands-on activities that spark curiosity, including storytelling, creative arts, outdoor exploration, and foundational life skills.
  • Supportive Culture: Be part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and aloha. (Rated Top Workplace in Hawai‘i five years in a row!)
  • Career Development: Access paid training, CDA credentialing, and tuition reimbursement to grow professionally.
  • Work-Life Balance: Full-time weekday schedule—no nights or weekends.

Your Role:

  • Create a warm, safe, and stimulating classroom where children feel supported and excited to learn.
  • Lead age-appropriate lessons and play-based learning experiences from our proven curriculum "Learning Beyond Paper"
  • Build meaningful relationships with families and your teaching team
  • Foster social-emotional growth and early academic skills

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Pay: $19–$25/hour for qualified Teachers
  • Generous Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, holidays, and childcare discounts (50–75%)
  • Bonuses & Perks: New hire bonus, paid CDA certification, and college tuition support
  • See our Career site for full benefits information

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Experienced early childhood educators with a CDA, degree, or relevant classroom background
  • Infant/Toddler or Preschool caregivers with 1–2 years of experience in licensed centers (training provided as needed)
  • Patient, creative, and enthusiastic individuals who love working with young children
  • High school diploma or GED required; willingness to grow professionally

Don’t meet the requirements for Teacher yet? No problem! Start as a Teacher Aide and we’ll help you qualify through free training and certification programs.

Kama’aina Kids can help you qualify for a Teacher or Caregiver role if you’re interested and committed to personal growth. We offer Infant/Toddler Development Training and assistance in obtaining your CDA (Child Development Associate) at no cost to you! Start your career journey as an Aide and grow with us! ($17-$18.50/hour)

Locations & Schedule:

  • Positions available in Kailua & Kaneohe
  • Full-time hours with consistent weekday schedules
  • Limited Part-time, Flexible positions available too!

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Kama‘āina Kids and help create joyful, inclusive learning experiences for Hawai‘i’s youngest learners. Apply today and become part of a team shaping the future—one keiki at a time.

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

Learn More

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Salary : $17 - $25

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