Preschool Teacher (Seagull Schools, Aina Haina)

Seagull Schools Inc; East Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

19+ paid holidays

Medical, vision, prescription drug, &d

Dental insurance

AFLAC supplemental health insurance

FSA flexible spending accounts

401(k) with employer matching

Employee child tuition discount

Job summary

Seagull Schools Hawaii seeks a qualified preschool teacher to foster a safe, nurturing classroom and deliver age-appropriate curricula in partnership with families. You will maintain NAEYC accreditation standards, support diverse learners, mentor assistants, and document student progress while communicating with parents through Seagull Schools’ approved software.

Knowledge of Hawaii DHS requirements, CPR/First Aid, and ability to lift up to 35 lbs are needed; the role includes collaboration with

Qualifications

• Meet State of Hawaii DHS qualification standards for Teacher.
• BA in child development or early childhood education with six months of experience.
• BA in elementary education with six months preschool experience plus six ECE credits.
• AS degree and ECE credential with one year of experience.
• CDA credential with one year of experience.
• Meet medical, TB clearance, and criminal history requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain NAEYC Accreditation Standards and practices.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
• Promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth through play-based and hands-on learning activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Use positive reinforcement and appropriate disciplinary methods to manage behavior.
• Train and evaluate assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers constructively.
• Maintain a clear substitute teacher plan in case of absence.
• Provide training and assist with toileting and diapering tasks in age-appropriate classrooms.
• Act as a role model for assistants and aides.
• Observe and assess children’s developmental milestones and learning progress.
• Provide tailored support to children with varying abilities or special needs.
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians about their child’s progress and address concerns.
• Prepare and share progress reports and participate in parent-teacher meetings.
• Communicate with families regularly on Seagull Schools approved communication software.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines to ensure children’s well-being.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities to prevent injuries.
• Teach hygiene practices, such as handwashing and tidiness.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, educators, and administrators.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and training as required.
• Promote creativity through art, music, storytelling, and dramatic play.
• Encourage curiosity and exploration to foster problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and documentation of children’s progress.
• Prepare compliance and administrative reports as required.
• Maintain children’s record files.
• Contact parents if a child is absent for more than two days.
• Provide constructive feedback and conduct evaluations for assistant teachers and teacher’s aides.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Center Director or Teacher-in-Charge.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Empathy

Creativity

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

BA in child development or early childhood education with six months' experience

BA in elementary education with six months preschool experience + six ECE credits

AS degree + ECE credential + one year experience

CDA credential + one year experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Meet DHS qualification standards for Teacher

Job description

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Professional Aina Haina, Honolulu, HI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1518

Salary Range: $21.80 To $26.04 Annually

Job Overview:

Teachers are essential in shaping the early development of children. They create a safe and nurturing environment, design and deliver age-appropriate curricula, and work closely with families to support each child's growth. Teachers report directly to the Center Director or Teacher-in-Charge.

Individuals who enjoy working with young children, demonstrate patience, and maintain reliable attendance will thrive in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain NAEYC Accreditation Standards and practices.

Educational Development

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
• Promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth through play-based and hands-on learning activities.

Classroom Management

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Use positive reinforcement and appropriate disciplinary methods to manage behavior.
• Train and evaluate assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers constructively.
• Maintain a clear substitute teacher plan in case of absence.
• Provide training and assist with toileting and diapering tasks in age-appropriate classrooms.
• Act as a role model for assistants and aides.

Child Development

• Observe and assess children’s developmental milestones and learning progress.
• Provide tailored support to children with varying abilities or special needs.

Parent Communication

• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians about their child’s progress and address concerns.
• Prepare and share progress reports and participate in parent-teacher meetings.
• Communicate with families regularly on Seagull Schools approved communication software

Health and Safety

• Adhere to health and safety guidelines to ensure children’s well-being.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities to prevent injuries.
• Teach hygiene practices, such as handwashing and tidiness.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, educators, and administrators.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and training as required.

Creative Engagement

• Promote creativity through art, music, storytelling, and dramatic play.
• Encourage curiosity and exploration to foster problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Administrative Tasks

• Maintain accurate attendance records and documentation of children’s progress.
• Prepare compliance and administrative reports as required.
• Maintain children’s record files.
• Contact parents if a child is absent for more than two days.
• Provide constructive feedback and conduct evaluations for assistant teachers and teacher’s aides.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Center Director or Teacher-in-Charge.

Qualifications:

• Meet State of Hawaii Department of Human Services (DHS) qualification standards for Teacher
• Option 1: BA in child development or early childhood education with six months of experience.
• Option 2: BA in elementary education with six months of preschool experience plus six ECE credits.
• Option 3: AS degree and ECE credential with one year of experience.
• Option 4: CDA credential with one year of experience.
• Meet medical, TB clearance, and criminal history requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing demeanor.
• Creativity in designing engaging educational activities.
• Strong organizational skills for managing classroom materials and schedules.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) leave.
• 19+ paid holidays.
• Medical, vision, prescription drug, and dental insurance.
• Supplemental health insurance through AFLAC.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Employee child tuition discount.

About Us:

Seagull Schools provides children an exceptional start to their educational journey. We do this in partnership with our learning community (families, students, teachers, kūpuna) by:

• Ensuring we use nationally-recognized best practices in early childhood learning and care.
• Learning through play and having fun!
• Providing affordable, accessible educational opportunities of the highest quality.
• Recognizing individual needs and interests to create personalized learning opportunities.
• Building connections and engaging with our local community.