| Location | Honolulu, Hawaii |
| Salary | $19–$25 Per Hour |
There’s something pretty special about getting to be part of a child’s earliest years.
You’re there for the new words, growing confidence, big imaginations, first friendships, and all the little moments that add up to something much bigger. You get to create a place where children feel safe to explore, excited to learn, and proud of who they’re becoming.
Kamaina Kids is hiring experienced Preschool Teachers and Infant & Toddler Caregivers in Hawaii Kai.
Bring your creativity, experience, and love for working with keiki to a team that values what you do—and gives you the support, benefits, and opportunities to keep growing.

Hawaii Kai Preschool, $19-25/hr
$500 New Hire Bonus • Full-Time & Sub Opportunities
Young children are curious about everything, which means there’s always something new to discover together.
Your day might include turning a story into an adventure, creating an art project, exploring outside, singing and moving together, helping a child make a new friend, or watching that proud smile when they finally master something new.
You’ll:
Create a classroom where children feel safe, welcome, and excited to learn
Plan fun, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity and creativity
Bring learning to life through art, music, movement, stories, sensory play, and outdoor exploration
Help children build confidence, independence, communication, and social skills
Get to know each child and celebrate what makes them unique
Build strong, positive relationships with families
Work alongside a team of educators who are just as invested in helping keiki thrive
You bring the experience. We’ll give you a place to put it to work.
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
Company-paid CDA certification
Paid training and professional development
Employee Assistance Program
Career advancement opportunities
And more!
Our preschool teams work Monday through Friday during daytime hours.
No nights. No weekends.
That means you can build a career in early childhood education without giving up every evening, Saturday, and Sunday to do it.
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
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
Kamaina Kids is Hawaii’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 Oahu and Maui and school-age programs on Kauai, Hawaii Island, Oahu, and Maui.
Ready for a childcare career where your experience is valued and there’s room to grow? Apply today and join our Kamaina Kids ohana.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaii or have plans to relocate.
Kamaina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ohana.

Kama‘ina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.