Toddler Teacher & Aide

Do you have a heart for children and helping them develop a love for learning?

Kama‘āina Kids—one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is hiring Qualified Staff for our preschool in Hawaii Kai. Join a loving, supportive team where you’ll help little ones feel safe, nurtured, and ready to explore their world—all while enjoying meaningful work, paid training, and strong benefits.

Hawaii Kai Area

$750 New Hire Bonus

• Full-Time & Sub Opportunities
  
  

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, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment for Infants & toddlers or preschool‑aged children.
• Support social, emotional, language, and early academic development through play‑based, developmentally appropriate learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and their families to support each child’s growth.
• Bring creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to a collaborative, child‑centered school culture.
  
  

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $17–$25/hour (based on role and qualifications)
• $750 Sign-On Bonus ($1000 for Patch qualified Caregivers or 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

Preschool Teachers ($22-25 per hour DOE)

• CDA or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• 6–12 months relevant classroom experience
  
  

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

• High school diploma or GED
• Infant/Toddler training (We can provide all required training)
• 12–24 months experience with children under age 3 in a licensed center or preschool
  
  

Not qualified yet?

We have an Aide position available while we help you complete training to meet PATCH Caregiver qualifications. (Pay range: $17–$18.50/hour)

Schedule & Locations

Monday–Friday

• Full-Time (Plus limited PT schedules that are flexible) ✔ No evenings ✔ No weekends
  
  

Now Hiring At:

• Hawaii Kai 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.

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