Teaching Assistant

Join Our 'Ohana.

Partners in Development Foundation is a leading Hawaiʻi nonprofit, serving over 148,000 keiki and ʻohana since 1997. Rooted in aloha and service, we support families through education and community programs. Join our dedicated team and help build a stronger Hawaiʻi.

Primary Purpose:

Assist the teaching team with preparing and implementing the Tūtū and Me curriculum and program.

Essential Duties

• Work as part of a team to create and prepare learning materials for keiki and caregivers enrolled in the program;
• Model, teach, and engage with enrolled families in a professional manner that encourages caregivers to be their keikiʻs first and foremost teacher;
• Contribute towards supportive professional relationships with families and colleagues;
• Help maintain safety guidelines and expectations at the office and program sites.

Other Duties:

Other duties may include but are not limited to, assisting the team with daily attendance, observing caregivers and keiki for assistance with data and assessments, participating in the lesson plan process, and participating in team discussions.

Work Hours:

• Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week; hours of operation varied by site and determined by the Site Manager;
• Reliable attendance.

Working Conditions:

• Program mobile sites in locations such as community centers, schools, and churches;
• Office setting;
• Travel in program vehicle to and from program site.

Equipment Use:

Office equipment (computer, printer, copier, scanner, bluetooth, laminator, shredder), site and facility equipment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED:

• Three (3) months experience working with keiki;
• Valid driver's license and a safe and responsible driving record;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Canva publishing, and virtual meeting platforms;
• Knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian culture and values.

All positions require that the incumbent have no record of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Partners in Development Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Name and/or Title: Cindy Quach, HR Director
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #:

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending