Job Description
Job DescriptionOne on One Group Leader!
Part-Time | Nanaikapono| $16–$19/hr | Full-Time Benefits for Part-Timers | $500 New Hire Bonus!
Do you have a heart for helping kids shine? Join Kama‘aina Kids, Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned non-profit childcare organization, as a 1:1 Group Leader and make a lasting impact—one child at a time. You’ll support a keiki with special needs in our After School Program, helping them participate, connect, and grow through play, learning, and friendship. Perfect for future teachers, SPED aides, or anyone who loves helping children thrive.
1:1 Group Leader – Make a Difference for One Child, Every DayWhy This Role Matters
- Focused support, lasting connection – Work one-on-one with a keiki, helping them grow, participate, and feel confident.
- Convenient weekday schedule – Ideal for college students or anyone seeking purposeful part-time work.
- Education support – Receive up to $1,000 per semester in tuition assistance.
- Full-time benefits for part-time hours – Enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with a 6% company match.
- Training included – We’ll teach you everything you need; no prior experience required.
- A supportive, inclusive ‘ohana – A workplace where kindness, respect, and teamwork guide everything we do.
- Enjoy helping children with unique needs feel supported and included
- Have experience as an RBT, SPED aide, or paraprofessional — or simply bring a compassionate, steady presence
- Are patient, positive, and eager to make a meaningful difference every day
- High school diploma or GED (High school seniors may apply for aide positions)
- Genuine love for working with children
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 1:45 PM–5:30 PM
Early release Wednesdays begin at 12:30 PM
No weekends. No nights. No late-night prep.
This Role Is a Great Fit If You:
Requirements:
Why Kama‘aina Kids:
We’re more than Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned childcare provider—we’re a community of educators, caregivers, and dream builders. Every day, we help children and families grow stronger through education, recreation, and aloha. Recognized as a Top Workplace in Hawai‘i and the U.S., we’re proud to support our team and celebrate the difference they make.
Ready to Bring Your Aloha Spirit?
Apply today and make every afternoon meaningful—for one child, and for you.
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Learn more:
Check out our careers page! (https://jobs.kamaainakids.com)
Kama’aina Kids is an equal opportunity employer and proud to support Hawai‘i’s future educators and youth development leaders. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.
**Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaii (or have plans to relocate) to qualify**
Keywords: 1:1 aide, special education, SPED, RBT, paraprofessional, after school, inclusion program, childcare, youth development, educator, teacher assistant, group leader, Hilo, Hawai‘i Island, Kama‘aina Kids, nonprofit education.