Kama'aina Kids

Preschool Teacher Aide

Kama'aina Kids  •  $19/hr  •  Kīhei, HI (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

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.

Kama'aina Kids

About Kama'aina Kids

Kama‘aina Kids is a private, non-profit, multi-service organization dedicated to serving children and their families through quality childcare programs. Our services include, but are not limited to, preschool programs, before & afterschool programs, day camps, environmental education programs, enrichment programs, sports clinics, convention childcare and hotel programs.

Kama‘aina Kids is made up of several divisions employing approximately 1,000 employees and serving nearly 9,700 children and families daily. We are currently one of the largest childcare providers in the State of Hawaii.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Kailua, Hawaii 96734, Hawaii
Year Founded
1987
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