Love Working with Kids—but Need a Flexible Schedule?
Whether you're looking for a few days a month or several days a week, Kamaʻāina Kids is looking for dependable substitute teachers who are ready to step in when our preschool classrooms need an extra helping hand.
Choose the days you're available, enjoy weekday hours, and spend your time making a positive difference for Hawaiʻi's keiki.
Kailua/Kaneohe Area
Flexible / On Call Opportunities
Work when you're available. Pick up shifts that fit your lifestyle—whether that's a few hours, a full day, or multiple days each week.
You'll have the opportunity to work alongside different teaching teams, meet new children, and experience a variety of classrooms.
Your flexibility helps ensure children continue learning, playing, and thriving—even when their regular teacher is away.
Many of our substitute employees transition into permanent teaching positions when the time is right.
As a Substitute Preschool Assistant, you may:
Support teachers in maintaining a safe, engaging classroom
Help supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities
Assist with meals, transitions, and daily routines
Read stories, lead activities, and encourage learning through play
Step in wherever your classroom team needs an extra set of hands
This role is a great fit if you're:
Looking for flexible weekday work
A college student exploring education
A retiree who enjoys staying active
A parent or caregiver wanting occasional daytime hours
Interested in gaining experience in early childhood education
You don't need childcare experience—we'll train the right person.
We're looking for people who are:
At least 18 years old
High school graduates or GED equivalent
Reliable and adaptable
Friendly, patient, and positive
Comfortable working with young children
Ready to jump in wherever they're needed
Starting Pay
Teacher Assistants & Aides: $17–$18.50/hour
Qualified Caregivers & Teachers: Up to $25/hour
$500 Sign-On Bonus ($1000 for Patch qualified Caregivers or Teachers!)
College Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 6% 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*
* Benefits eligibility is based on average weekly hours worked.
✔ Flexible, on-call scheduling
✔ Weekday daytime hours only
✔ No evenings
✔ No weekends
Now Hiring: Kaneohe Preschool
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, 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).
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 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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