Teacher Assistant/Aide

Haloalaunuiakea Early Learning Center; Lihue (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with parents and staff.
• Ability to collaborate with team.
• Knowledge of early childhood development.
• Capable of maintaining documentation and progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing curricula activities and encourage participation.
• Engage in activities; manage classroom materials.
• Maintain communications with parents through discussions and progress reports.
• Model self-help and hygiene habits.
• Support smooth daily transitions from home to center.
• Follow center policies and state regulations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Understanding of child development

Leadership, organizational, and InterP

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Teacher Assistant facilitates a nurturing environment, empowering children to thrive through hands‑on learning experiences and support from the teaching staff. In collaboration with the Director and Teachers, they foster a culture of mutual respect and open communication with parents and children alike. With a deep understanding of child development, the Teacher Assistant engages in activities, observes progress, and documents children's accomplishments, sharing them with parents to ensure transparency and a strong partnership.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent