After School Preschool Teacher; Regular Part-time

Le Jardin Academy is looking for an After School Preschool Teacher (Regular Part-time, Benefit Eligible) for our after school program for the 2025‑2026 school year. Hours are 2:00 pm–6:00 pm, Monday‑Friday. Experience working with school‑age students in a classroom or recreational setting is preferred. High School diploma is required. Must meet DHS certified Preschool Teacher requirements. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

No phone calls, please. Hourly Pay Range: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.

Le Jardin Academy, located in Kailua, HI, is an International Baccalaureate World School offering students a world‑class education from pre‑kindergarten to twelfth grade. Founded in 1961, Le Jardin Academy serves over 920 students. Its graduates attend the best universities across the world and are equipped to serve in whatever community they reside.

The role of Extended Day Preschool Teacher will support the LJA mission statement and the implementation of the summer and/or after‑school programs, model the school‑wide Agreements and the attributes of the IB Learner Profile, exhibit courteous behavior and a sense of professionalism at all times, and demonstrate an enjoyment of working with children. As part of our Extended Day program, the teacher is to support the development of our pre‑kindergarten (PK) and junior‑kindergarten (JK) students socially and emotionally in alignment with a fun and safe recreational program during After school and/or Summer Programs.

Reports to:

Enrichment and Extended Day Program Manager
Consults with:
Classroom Teachers/Teacher Assistant, Extended Day Manager

• Plan and implement age‑appropriate lessons and recreational activities
• Maintain classroom management and established routines
• Support student learning after regular school hours
• Supervise students during instructional time, recess, and transitions
• Communicate effectively with the preschool team
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs
• Communicate to appropriate persons student attendance and behavior
• Follow all school policies and procedures detailed in the Employee Handbook

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Child Development or CDA

OR

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in any field, 12 early childhood credit hours, and 6 months experience working with 0‑5 year olds in a licensed facility

Experience required: 6 months working with 0‑5 year olds in a licensed facility

Must meet DHS certified Preschool Teacher requirements.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in various classroom environments
• Patience and enthusiasm for working with young learners
• Classroom management skills
• Cultural sensitivity and appreciation for diversity
• Professional demeanor and reliability
• Basic computer skills

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a classroom setting.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to regularly use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stand, talk, and hear frequently.

Extended Day hours are 2:00 pm–6:00 pm, Monday‑Friday.

• Hourly
• Paid training
• Benefits, which include medical and dental