Job Details

Preschool Kitchen & Classroom Aide

Aikahi Preschool
$17-$18.50 per hour | $500 New Hire Bonus

Enjoy working with children, keeping things organized, and pitching in wherever you're needed most? Our Aikahi Preschool in Kailuais seeking a reliable, caring team member to support both our kitchen and classrooms.

This role offers a balanced, hands-on day:
Spend your mornings helping prepare meals and care for our keiki
Transition into the afternoon assisting teachers and engaging in the classroom

If you're looking for a role where you can stay active, support a team, and make a meaningful impact every day, this could be a great fit.
What You'll Do - Kitchen Support (Morning)

You'll help ensure our preschoolers receive meals with care and consistency by:

• Dishing out catered lunch for our keiki
• Delivering meals to classrooms with warmth and attention
• Washing breakfast/lunch dishes
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly
• Supporting safe and nurturing mealtime routines

No professional kitchen experience required - if you've fed a crowd, run a busy household, or helped with group meals, you'll do great!
What You'll Do - Teacher Aide (Afternoon)

After kitchen duties, you'll join our teaching team as a Teacher Aide, helping to:

• Engage with children through play, learning activities, and routines
• Support lead teachers in classroom prep and supervision
• Create safe, joyful, caring environments for our keiki
• Build relationships with children and staff as part of our teaching 'ohana

Experience working with children is a plus, but kindness, reliability, and a genuine love for little learners matter most.
A Career Path You Can Grow In

Interested in becoming a Preschool Teacher someday? We've got you!

• We will help you earn your Child Development Associate (CDA)
• After 1 year of classroom experience + a CDA, you'll be eligible for promotion to Preschool Teacher ($19-$25/hr)

This role is a great entry point for someone exploring Early Childhood Education as a long-term career.
You're a Great Fit If You Have:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• A nurturing, patient, dependable personality
• A love of working with young children
• A willingness to learn and be part of a collaborative team
• The ability to stay organized and manage your time across two roles

Why Join Kamaʻāina Kids?

We are:

• A nationally accredited preschool
• Hawaiʻi's largest locally operated nonprofit childcare provider
• A Top Workplace (5 years in a row!)
• A team that believes every role has purpose - including those who feed, teach, guide, and nurture our keiki

You will be a valued member of our school community from day one.
What We Offer:

• $500 New Hire Bonus
• Competitive pay
• Full-time benefits, including Paid Time Off & paid holidays
• College tuition reimbursement
• Generous childcare discount (50-75%)
• Pathway to earning a CDA and becoming a Preschool Teacher
• A supportive, friendly, mission-driven team

Hours: 7 AM - 1:00 PM or later, depending on your availability | Monday-Friday

If you're looking for a job that truly matters - one that blends heart, teamwork, and opportunities to grow - we'd love to meet you.

Come help us nourish Hawaiʻi's littlest learners, one meal and one moment at a time.
Visit kamaainakids.com for more details.

Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai'i (or plan to relocate).
Ready to 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 of our staff.

Division Preschool Role Kitchen Assistant Locations Kailua / Kaneohe (Windward)