Preschool Teacher (Seagull Schools, EEC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

19+ paid holidays

Health, vision, dental insurance

AFLAC supplemental insurance

FSA (HSA) for healthcare and dependent

Job summary

Seagull Schools Inc in Honolulu is seeking a dedicated early childhood teacher to create a safe, nurturing classroom. You will design age-appropriate curricula, monitor progress, and collaborate with families to support each child's growth.

Responsibilities include maintaining NAEYC standards, guiding assistants, and delivering play-based learning while ensuring health, safety, and inclusive practices. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Meet State of Hawaii DHS qualification standards for Teacher.
• BA in child development or early childhood education with six months of experience (Option 1).
• BA in elementary education with six months of preschool experience plus six ECE credits (Option 2).
• AS degree and ECE credential with one year of experience (Option 3).
• CDA credential with one year of experience (Option 4).
• 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 growth through play-based and hands-on learning activities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Train and evaluate assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers.
• Maintain a substitute teacher plan for absences.
• Observe and assess children’s developmental milestones.
• Provide tailored support to children with varying abilities.
• Communicate with parents about progress and concerns.
• Prepare progress reports and participate in meetings.
• Ensure health and safety guidelines and supervise activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience & empathy

Creativity in lesson design

Organizational skills

Collaborate with families

PTO & holidays

Insurance & benefits understanding

Financial benefits knowledge

401(k) & tuition discounts

Education

Bachelor degree in child development/early childhood education

BA in elementary education with preschool exp + ECE credits

AS degree with ECE credential + experience

CDA credential + experience

Job description

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Professional Honolulu, HI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1534

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.