Caregivers and Preschool Teachers

Bring Your Experience Somewhere It Can Make a Difference

You already know that working with young children is about much more than lesson plans. It’s helping a toddler feel safe enough to explore. Turning an ordinary morning into an opportunity to learn. Celebrating new words, new friendships, and new independence. And being someone families trust with the person who matters most to them.

At Kamaʻāina Kids, we’re looking for experienced Preschool Teachers and Infant & Toddler Caregivers who are ready to bring their skills, creativity, and care to our team.

Hawaii Kai, $19-25/hr

$500 New Hire Bonus • Full-Time & Sub Opportunities

Make Every Day Count

Young children learn through everything they do—and you’ll help make those everyday moments meaningful. Depending on your classroom, your day might include sensory play with toddlers, reading a favorite book for the tenth time, creating an art project, heading outside to explore, helping children work through big emotions, or watching a preschooler finally master something they’ve been practicing for weeks.

As part of our early childhood team, you’ll:

• Create a safe, welcoming environment where children feel known and supported
• Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development
• Encourage curiosity, independence, confidence, and communication
• Incorporate art, music, movement, stories, sensory experiences, and outdoor play
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families
• Partner with fellow educators to create a positive classroom community
• Recognize each child as an individual and celebrate their growth along the way

Your Experience Should Take You Somewhere

Whether you love being in the classroom or have your sights set on leadership, we want this to be a place where you can keep growing. Kamaʻāina Kids supports educators with:

• Paid professional development and training
• Company-paid Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
• College tuition assistance
• Opportunities to advance into Lead Teacher and leadership positions
• Support from experienced early childhood professionals

Bring what you already know. We’ll help you keep building on it.

Pay & Benefits

Qualified Preschool Teachers

$22–$25/hour, based on qualifications and experience

Infant & Toddler Caregivers

$19–$21/hour, based on qualifications and experience

Eligible employees also receive:

• $500 New Hire Bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match
• 50–75% Childcare Tuition Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays — including your birthday
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Monday–Friday. No Nights. No Weekends.

Work in a career you care about without giving up every evening and weekend. Our preschool teams work full-time daytime schedules, Monday through Friday, giving you consistency at work and time for life outside of it.

What We're Looking For

Preschool Teachers

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• 6–12 months of experience in a licensed preschool or childcare program

Infant & Toddler Caregivers

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• 12–24 months of experience working with children under age three in a licensed childcare setting
• Infant/Toddler training, or willingness to complete required training with our support

Find Your Place at Kamaʻāina Kids

Kamaʻāina Kids is Hawaiʻi’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider and has been 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 that starts with supporting the people who make that work possible every day.

We operate preschools on Oʻahu and Maui and school-age programs on Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu, and Maui.

Ready for a childcare career where your experience is valued and there’s room to grow? Apply today and join our Kamaʻāina Kids ʻohana.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaiʻi or have plans to relocate. Kamaʻāina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ʻohana.

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.