Hawaiian Immersion After School Group Leader

Kamaaina Kids; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discounts

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Holiday Pay & PTO

Job summary

Kamaʻāina Kids in Kāneʻohe is hiring After School Group Leaders for our Kamakau Hawaiian Language Immersion Program. You’ll guide keiki ages 5–10 after school, using ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to create an immersion environment.

This part-time role runs weekday afternoons (approx. 1:30–5:30 PM, 12:30 PM on Wednesdays) with real benefits including childcare discounts, tuition assistance, 401(k) with 6% company match, and holiday pay. Join a purpose-driven ʻohana that values language and culture.

Qualifications

• Fluent in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (required).
• Passion for working with children and supporting their growth.
• Reliable, positive, and team-oriented.
• 18+ with a high school diploma or GED (Student aide roles available for those under 18).
• Able to reliably commute to Kāneʻohe (Kamakau School).

Responsibilities

• Lead keiki (ages 5–10) through engaging activities—all through ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.
• Model the language daily to create an immersion environment.
• Support growth by helping with homework and positive behavior.
• Keep keiki safe with active supervision.
• Work as one team with fellow leaders to create engaging afternoons.

Skills

Fluent ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

After School Group Leader (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Required)

Bring Language to Life for the Next Generation of Keiki

Looking for meaningful work that aligns with your values and your schedule? At Kamaʻāina Kids, we’re not just filling a role—we’re continuing a legacy of language, culture, and connection.

We’re hiring After School Group Leaders for our Kamakau Hawaiian Language Immersion Program in Kāneʻohe, where ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is not a subject—it’s the foundation of everything we do.

In this role, you’ll create a space where keiki can live, play, and grow in Hawaiian language and culture every afternoon. If you’re fluent in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and passionate about supporting the next generation, this is where you belong.

Great Afternoons Start Here

Part-Time | Kāneʻohe
$18–$21/hour | Real Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

A Schedule That Fits Your Life
Weekday afternoons only (approx. 1:30–5:30 PM, 12:30 PM on Wednesdays)
No nights. No weekends. Consistent, reliable hours.

Real Benefits—Even Part-Time

• Childcare Discounts up to 75%

• Tuition Assistance (up to $1,000/semester)

• 401(k) with 6% company match

• Holiday Pay & PTO

A Purpose-Driven Culture
Work alongside a supportive ʻohana that values language, culture, and community—and shows up for each other every day.

What You’ll Do

Lead with Purpose
Guide keiki (ages 5–10) through engaging activities—games, crafts, and outdoor play—all through ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.

Model the Language Daily
Use ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi consistently to create a true immersion environment where students build confidence and fluency.

Support Growth
Help with homework, encourage positive behavior, and create a space where every child feels seen and supported.

Keep Keiki Safe
Use active supervision to maintain a structured, secure, and welcoming environment.

Work as One Team
Collaborate with fellow leaders to create smooth, engaging, and meaningful afternoons.

What We’re Looking For

• Fluent in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (required)

• Passion for working with children and supporting their growth

• Reliable, positive, and team-oriented

• 18+ with a high school diploma or GED
  (Student aide roles available for those under 18)

• Able to reliably commute to Kāneʻohe (Kamakau School)

Kamaʻāina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ʻohana.