Infant/Toddler Caregivers

Caregivers for Infants & Toddlers

Hawai'i Kai / Koko Head Area

$750 New Hire Bonus • Full-Time

Do you have a heart for caring for babies and toddlers as they take their very first steps in learning and life?
Kama‘āina Kids—one of Hawai‘i’s Top Workplaces—is hiring Caregivers and Entry-Level Aides for our preschool in Hawai‘i Kai. Join a loving, supportive team where you’ll help little ones feel safe, nurtured, and ready to explore their world—all while enjoying meaningful work, paid training, and strong benefits.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a Real Impact
Nurture curiosity and development through play, movement, music, stories, and hands-on learning experiences.

Supportive ‘Ohana Culture
Work alongside caring educators who value collaboration, positivity, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Career Growth & Paid Training
Advance your career with ongoing professional development, fully paid CDA certification, and college tuition assistance.

Top Workplace Environment
Join an organization recognized year after year for employee well-being, purpose, and positivity.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for Infant and toddler-aged children

• Support social, emotional, and developmental growth through play-based learning

• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families

• Bring creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to a collaborative school culture

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $17–$25/hour (based on role and qualifications)

• $750 Sign-On Bonus ($1000 for Patch qualified Caregivers!)

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Childcare Discounts (50–75% off!)

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays (Yes—your birthday is a holiday 🎉)

• And more! Visit our Career Page for full details

Qualifications

Caregivers

• High school diploma

• Infant/Toddler Training (We can provide all the required training hours!)

• 12–24 months of experience with children under 36 months

No qualified yet?
We have an Aide position available while we help you complete training to meet PATCH Caregiver qualifications. (Pay range: $17–$18.50/hour)

Schedule & Locations

Monday–Friday • Full-Time
✔ No evenings
✔ No weekends

Now Hiring At:

• Hawai'i Kai Preschool (5919 Kalanianaole Highway)

• We're also hiring at our nearby Before & After School Programs!

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

We’re Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for five years running. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families through quality education and care—and we support our staff with training, structure, and aloha.

Preschools located on O‘ahu and Maui
School-age programs on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island, O‘ahu, and Maui

Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.
Visit kamaainakids.com for location information.

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).

Ready to help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time?
Apply today and join our Kama‘āina Kids ‘ohana.

Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.