Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher – Lead Teaching Position, Full‑time, Exempt, East Hawaii Preschool Region (Hilo, Hawaii).

Kamehameha Schools invites qualified educators to create a Hawaiian Culture‑Based learning environment for Native Hawaiian children. The role is a leadership position focused on early childhood education, fostering learner outcomes, and maintaining a culturally grounded, student‑centered classroom.

• Design and implement interdisciplinary, inquiry‑based curricula that reflect Hawaiian culture and values.
• Continuously assess student learning, personalize instruction, and demonstrate a growth mindset toward students and professional development.
• Serve as a role model and advocate for students, fostering whole‑child development (academic, social, emotional, and physical).
• Collaborate with families, colleagues, and community partners to enhance student performance and promote global competence.
• Use data and technology to inform practice, manage classroom environments, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, and participate in professional learning communities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Teaching credential appropriate for early childhood grades.
• At least five (5) years of full‑time teaching experience in early childhood education.
• Knowledge of age‑appropriate instructional strategies such as differentiated instruction and project‑based learning.
• Proficiency in integrating technology and data literacy into lessons.
• Commitment to cultural values, including the Kamehameha Schools mission and E Ola! learner outcomes.

• Deep subject knowledge and ability to develop interdisciplinary plans.
• Strong communication skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Capacity to manage diverse groups in various instructional settings.
• Skill in differentiating instruction and personalizing learning goals.
• Organizational abilities to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

• Frequent movement around the classroom, standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Work hours Monday‑Friday during school hours; occasional evenings or weekends may be required.
• Potential travel to staff or curriculum development events.

Annual Pay Range: $61,111.00 – $ (adjusted for years of experience and credential level).

Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, and a Total Rewards Program focused on physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Refer to the comprehensive Benefits Summary for details.

Kamehameha Schools is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative‑action employer and encourages applications from Native Hawaiian, Hā Hawaiʻi, LGBTQ+, disabled, and other under‑represented groups. Our merit‑based selection process supports equal opportunity and diversity.

All applicants must submit an application through the Kamehameha Schools career portal; supporting documentation for accommodation requests is accepted via the provided contact information.