Infant Teacher Aide

Kama'aina Care Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Hire Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

CDA certification paid

Paid training

Career advancement

Job summary

Kamaʻāina Kids in Waikiki, Hawaii, is seeking an Infant Teacher Aide to support infants through play, nurture routines, and meaningful interactions. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–4:45 PM, with no nights or weekends, offering growth opportunities within a caring team.

You’ll help infants learn, develop, and thrive in a warm, safe environment while engaging families and coworkers in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Interest in early childhood education encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support infants as they learn and explore daily.
• Engage babies with music, stories, and sensory play.
• Assist with feeding, diapering, and routine care.
• Create a warm, nurturing, safe environment.
• Encourage developmental milestones and growth.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Keep classrooms clean, organized, and welcoming.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Nurturing

Energetic

Dependable

Team-oriented

Willing to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Infant Teacher Aide

Waikiki, Hawaii

Do you love babies? Do you light up when an infant smiles, learns a new skill, or reaches an exciting milestone?

Join Kamaʻāina Kids and help create a safe, loving, and engaging environment where Hawaii's youngest learners can grow, explore, and thrive.We're seeking a caring, energetic Infant Teacher Aide who enjoys spending the day supporting infants through play, learning, nurturing routines, and meaningful interactions.

Honolulu | $17-18.5/hr DOE

Full-Time, Monday-Friday 7:45a-4:45p

New to Early Childhood Education?

Some of our best teachers started as aides with no professional childcare experience. If you're patient, nurturing, eager to learn, and excited to help infants grow and thrive, we'll help you build the skills for a successful career in Early Childhood Education.

Location & Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:45 AM - 4:45 PM (1-hour lunch break)

No nights or weekends!

St. Mark's Preschool in Waikiki

What You'll Do

Every day is different, but you'll spend your time:

• Supporting infants as they learn and explore the world around them
• Engaging babies through music, stories, sensory play, and age-appropriate activities
• Helping with feeding, diapering, and daily care routines
• Creating a warm, nurturing, and safe environment
• Encouraging early developmental milestones
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Keeping classrooms clean, organized, and welcoming

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Kamaʻāina Kids, you're not just taking a job. You're building a career that makes a difference.

Work for a Hawaii Top Workplace, voted one of the state's best places to work for five consecutive years

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families every day

Be part of a supportive team that values your growth and success

Receive paid training and professional development opportunities

Grow your career from Aide to Caregiver or Teacher

We cover 100% of the cost of earning your Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Whether you're just getting started in Early Childhood Education or looking for a rewarding new career path, we'll help you learn, grow, and succeed.

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Caring, patient, and nurturing
• Energetic and dependable
• Passionate about helping babies learn and grow
• Positive and team-oriented
• Ready to learn and grow professionally

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Eligible employees receive:

• $500 New Hire Bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match
• 50–75% Childcare Tuition Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays — including your birthday
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-paid CDA certification
• Paid training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• And more!

Find Your Place at Kamaʻāina Kids

Kamaʻāina Kids is Hawaiʻi’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider and has been 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 that starts with supporting the people who make that work possible every day.

Ready to Join Our ʻOhana?

We currently have opportunities available in Waikīkī and Kailua.

Come grow with a team that's passionate about children, committed to excellence, and dedicated to helping employees build rewarding careers in Early Childhood Education.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaiʻi or have plans to relocate.

Help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time!

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