Preschool Teacher Jobs in Hawaii

A Preschool Teacher plays a crucial role in elementary education, providing early childhood education and care to children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. They are responsible for creating lesson plans and curricula focused on different areas of child development, such as language, motor, and social skills. They use games, storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and physical activities to engage children and make learning fun. Preschool Teachers also monitor and assess a child's progress, while ensuring a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Preschool Teachers should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and co-workers. They should be patient, creative, and have the ability to inspire and motivate children. A degree in early childhood education is typically required. They also need to have specific certifications like a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) credentials. Before becoming a Preschool Teacher, individuals might work as a childcare worker, teacher's aide, or even as a nanny, which offers valuable experience in managing and caring for children.

1-15 of 30 Jobs

Preschool & Toddler Teacher

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 2 days ago

The Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on interactive learning environment designed to inspire children and parents to learn together through play....

Preschool Teacher (Ewa Beach)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago

Preschool Teacher (Ewa Beach) St....

Preschool Teacher - Wheeler

  • Wahiawa, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Wahiawa, HI
  • 3 days ago

Preschool Teacher Armed Services YMCA Hawaii Are you ready to dive into a world of imagination, fun, and growth?...

Preschool Teacher

  • Pearl City, HI
  • 4 days ago
  • Pearl City, HI
  • 4 days ago

Education Requirements listed below First Aid Training, CPR Training, Early Childhood Education (ECE) Minimum Age 18 YRS Education, Credits & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree in ECE, Child...

Preschool Teacher at KCAA Mother Rice Campus in Moiliili

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 4 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 4 days ago

Minimum of 6 months experience working with young children and a Child Development Associate certificate with 36 credits in Early Childhood Education....

Preschool Teacher, Maui

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 5 days ago

Please see minimum requirements below as this position requires college credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development* Kamehameha Schools is hiring a Preschool Teacher for our Maui Preschool...

AA or CDA in Early Childhood Education preferred, but NOT required. Must be willing to train and do an on-site job orientation....

Early Childhood Educators

  • Kamuela, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kamuela, HI
  • 7 days ago

The Cole Academy focuses on whole-child development and learning for kindergarten readiness. Apply online at...

Early Childhood Educators

  • HI
  • 7 days ago
  • HI
  • 7 days ago

The Cole Academy focuses on whole-child development and learning for kindergarten readiness. Apply online at...

Toddler Caregiver, Preschool Teacher, Aides

  • Kailua, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kailua, HI
  • 7 days ago

The Cole Academy provides Hawaii's finest nationally accredited early childhood education and childcare for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years....

Pope Elementary - Preschool Teacher, 604616 (2025-02316)

  • Waimanalo, HI
  • 11 days ago
  • Waimanalo, HI
  • 11 days ago

Minimum Qualifications The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology...

Description In essence, an EOEL preschool is Hawaii's state-funded initiative to provide foundational, high-quality early childhood education to prepare young children for success in kindergarten and...

Pope Elementary - Preschool Teacher, 604616 (2025-02316)

  • Waimanalo, HI
  • 12 days ago
  • Waimanalo, HI
  • 12 days ago

The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the...

Preschool Teacher - Kaneohe

  • Kaneohe, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Kaneohe, HI
  • 13 days ago

Preschool Teacher Armed Services YMCA Hawaii Are you ready to dive into a world of imagination, fun, and growth?...

Keaukaha Elementary - EOEL Preschool Teacher, 603535 (2025-02168)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 days ago

In essence, an EOEL preschool is Hawaii's state-funded initiative to provide foundational, high-quality early childhood education to prepare young children for success in kindergarten and beyond, with...

Demographic Data for Hawaii

Moving to Hawaii? Find some basic demographic data about Hawaii below.


Local
National
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32,170

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Salary for Preschool Teacher Jobs in Hawaii

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Preschool Teachers in Hawaii offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Preschool Teachers in Hawaii
Less than 1 year
34.7%
1-2 years
32.5%
None
16.2%
2-4 years
13.8%
4-6 years
2.8%


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