Preschool Substitute Aide (Temporary, On-Call)

Kamehameha Schools Trustees of the Estate of Bernice Pauahi Bishop dba Kamehameha Schools; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a Preschool Substitute Aide for a Temporary, On-Call role at Waimea Preschool in Kamuela, Hawaii. The position supports the teachers in a developmental learning environment for preschoolers, with schedules Monday through Friday and up to 40 hours per week depending on needs.

Responsibilities include instructional support, student supervision, and clerical tasks, while maintaining classroom materials and a safe environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities are essential.
• Ability to organize a high volume and varied work activities.

Responsibilities

• Assists in daily classroom lessons with appropriate student interactions, small group instruction, observations and assessments.
• Supervises student behavior independently and under teacher direction using early childhood health and safety guidelines.
• Provides program and clerical support through snack menu pickup, attendance records and maintaining materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Preschool Substitute Aide (Temporary, On-Call)

Employee Type

Temporary On-Call (Fixed Term)

Recruiting Start Date

02-04-2026

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

Open Until Filled

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Description

Kamehameha Schools is hiring for Sub Aides to support our Preschools. T this is a Temporary, On-Call position. Schedules include Monday-Friday day shifts with flexible and varying hours up to 40 hours/week depending on operational need.

Job Summary

Assists in providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment for a class of approximately 20 children in conjunction with the Teacher for the Extended Day or Regular Day Preschool Programs or assists in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate language based curriculum for preschool age children which fosters Protestant religion and Hawaiian culture. Maintains certifications as required for program needs. Participates in curriculum development.

Essential Responsibilities

• Instructional

  Assists in daily classroom lessons including appropriate interactions with students, small group instruction, observations and assessment.

• Supervision

  Supervises student behavior independently and under Teacher direction using appropriate early childhood health and safety guidelines.

• Program/Clerical Support

  Provides program and clerical support through snack menu pick-up; maintaining attendance and other records; ordering and maintaining materials and supplies.

• Classroom Participation

  Prepares materials needed for a safe and healthy classroom indoor/outdoor environment including daily snack preparation and sanitizing; maintaining classroom centers, materials and equipment.

• Staff Development

  Participates in workshops and In-services.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to organize a high volume of varied work activities
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and age appropriate Protestant religion curriculum.
• Experience working with at-risk children and/or families.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear.
• Occasionally stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 30 pounds.
• Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business. Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces. Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Accommodations

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Vendor Policy

KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor's candidate applying with KS.

Pay Range

23.83 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Waimea Preschool

City, State

Kamuela, Hawaii

Additional Locations

• Hamakua Preschool
• Kohala Preschool