Job Posting Title

Preschool Clerk

Employee Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Recruiting Start Date

03-22-2026

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

04-16-2026

Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Summary

Assists with the daily operation of the office which includes answering phone calls, assisting guests and visitors with inquiries, data entry, and other clerical functions.  Assists with operational functions such as processing of purchase requisitions, fiscal filing, ordering of classroom and/or office supplies, coordinating meeting reservations, and mass mailing projects.  

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides clerical support to include copying, distribution, data entry, compiling, and filing of various materials/documents.
• Ensures required department documents are accurately completed.
• Performs a variety of office functions to include but not limited to: greeting and directing walk-in visitors, answering/routing telephone calls, maintaining a variety of files, and answers general inquiries.
• Types memos and general correspondence.
• May coordinate ordering of classroom and/or office supplies.
• May assist in coordinating and scheduling meetings.
• May maintain accountability list for event attendance and use of department equipment/supplies to include but not limited to vehicles, laptops, and other electronic equipment.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a directly related field.
• Excellent clerical skills to include typing, faxing, copying, filing, organizing and phone etiquette.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively as a team in an office setting.
• Working knowledge of microcomputers and software including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to manage, prioritize and complete assignments with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to exercise sound judgment in a crisis situation. 
• The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree
• Work experience in a school setting
• Familiarity with Kamehameha Schools’ mission and vision.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms).  Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.  

Work Year

Pay Range

20.73 - 27.48 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Kawaiahao Plaza

City, State

Honolulu, Hawaii

Additional Locations