Substitute After School Leaders
Would you love a job making a difference for children and families? Opportunities await at Kama'aina Kids, one of Hawaii's Top Workplaces!
Substitute After School Leaders – Flexible Schedule, Meaningful Work!
Shape young minds while enjoying the flexibility you need! At Kama‘āina Kids—Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider—you’ll join a team that combines professionalism with aloha. Every day you work, you help keiki learn, grow, and thrive.
Location: Waimea

Why You’ll Love This Role
You get paid to play, mentor, and inspire
You’ll build real leadership and childcare experience
Your schedule works around school or another job if needed
You’ll be part of a Top Workplace (5 years running!)
Yes—part-time employees get benefits (we’re serious about that)
What You’ll Be Doing (AKA Your Superpowers)
Lead games, activities, and enrichment projects
Support homework time and positive behavior
Build strong relationships with kids, families, and teammates
Help create an environment that’s safe, inclusive, and fun
What We’re Looking For
You genuinely enjoy working with children
You’re dependable, positive, and ready to jump in
Experience with kids is great—but not required
Must be at least 18 with a HS Diploma or GED and be available during after-school hours (Mon-Fri)
Schedule & Location:
Waimea
Hours and days will vary for substitute positions
Monday–Friday | Approx. 1:30 PM–5:30 PM
Wednesdays (early release) start at 12:30 PM
Perks & Benefits:
Flexible weekday schedule that fits perfectly with school or other commitments
Up to $1,000 per semester in tuition assistance
Bottom Line
This isn’t just a job—it’s a launchpad. Whether you’re exploring a future in education, need a flexible role with purpose, or simply love working with kids, this is a chance to do meaningful work and go home smiling.
Apply today and help make afternoons awesome
Why Kama‘āina Kids?
We’re Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, 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 the tools, training, and aloha they need to thrive.
Ready to help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time?
Apply today and join our Kama‘āina Kids ‘ohana.
Learn more:
Visit our Career Page!! (https://jobs.kamaainakids.com)

Kama’aina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.
- Division
- School Age
- Role
- Group Leader
- Locations
- Waimea Area
Testimonials
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I am new and learning from the coworkers who've been here longer. They welcomed me right away and I feel part of this team. Everyone is friendly with each other and we laugh a lot.
J.D.
Group Leader
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Our center is a welcoming place, and all the staff have a good working relationship. I highly recommend this place to those who are looking for a job they'd want to at stay for years and years!
A.K.
Preschool Teacher
Waimea Area
About Kamaaina Kids
Hawaiiʻs Enrichment & Education Professionals
A Non-profit Organization