Extended Day Preschool Assistants/Aides

Job Description

Job Description

Le Jardin Academy is looking for Extended Day Preschool Assistants/Aides. As part of our Extended Day program, the role of Aide/Assistant is to support the Extended Day Teacher with the development of our preschool students, socially, and emotionally in alignment with a fun and safe recreational program during Afterschool and Summer Programs. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00pm- 5:15pm/6:00pm.  Hourly pay range: $16.00-$19.00. 

Le Jardin Academy

Job Description:  EXTENDED DAY PRESCHOOL AIDE/ASSISTANT

Reports to: Enrichment and Extended Day Program Manager 

Work Schedule: Annual 

M-F 2:00 - 5:15/6p.m.  

Consults with: Extended Day Teachers/Extended Day Manager 

Job Status:  Part-time 

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Date Revised: 2/13/2026

EMPLOYER

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.  

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of Primary Preschool Extended Day Aide/Assistant will support the LJA mission statement and 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 role of Aide/Assistant is to support the Extended Day Teacher with the development of our preschool students, socially, and emotionally in alignment with a fun and safe recreational program during Afterschool and Summer Programs.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Extended Day Teacher with implementation of age appropriate lessons and recreational activities

• Supports classroom management and established routines

• Support student learning during afterschool 

• Supports with supervision of students during instructional time, recess, and transitions

• Communicate effectively with the preschool team

• Communicates to appropriate persons student behavior

• Follow all school policies and procedures detailed in the Employee Handbook.

Competencies, Specialized Skills, and Knowledge:  

• 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

Work Environment

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.

Physical Demands

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:

• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls

• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

• Frequently required to stand, talk, and hear

• 2026 Hours 2:00 p.m. - 5:15/6 p.m. Monday- Friday 

• Hourly

• Paid training