Preschool Assistant Teacher (Seagull Schools, Honolulu)

Key Responsibilities: Maintain NAEYC Accreditation Standards and practices. Comply with the Department of Human Services (DHS) Child Care Licensing Hawaii Administrative Rules. Work with individuals or small groups of children as directed by the lead teacher. Assist the teacher in planning and implementing educational activities, lessons, and materials. Assist in assessing and documenting student progress and behavior. Assist with mealtime preparations and nap-time support. Monitor student behavior and enforce school policies to promote a safe and respectful learning environment. Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents to support learning objectives. Help maintain classroom organization and cleanliness such as cleaning, sanitizing, toileting, and diapering, plus managing supplies and resources. Conduct yourself in an appropriate manner when dealing with children, other staff or parents, or during school activities on or off campus. Be sensitive and responsive to children's needs. Use positive modeling and behavior management. Follow school policies and procedures (maintain confidentiality).Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) leave. Bereavement 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, k?puna) 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.