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Kama'aina Kids

Kama‘aina Kids is a private, non-profit, multi-service organization dedicated to serving children and their families through quality childcare programs. Our services include preschool programs, before & afterschool programs, day camps, and enrichment programs.

Kama‘aina Kids employs approximately 700+ and serves nearly 8,000 children and families annually. We are currently one of the largest childcare providers in the State of Hawaii.
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Purpose

Our people, almost 700 of them, make the difference! From all walks of life, the one commitment that is universally shared is their commitment to the children we care for. Our programs are committed to excellence. Teaching from nationally recognized curriculums and setting the goal to accredit all of our programs sets the stage for a positive environment for all that we serve. Our places are unique and diverse. From free standing preschool buildings to beach walks along popular camping grounds, our classrooms and places allow children to learn by doing.... Read more

Vision

What We Do: Impact and enrich families
Why We Do It: Teach a sense of self, community and environment
How We Do It: Through our people, programs and experiences
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Mission

To serve children, families and our communities by providing ongoing quality education and enrichment programs to help build a sense of Self, Community and Environment.... Read more

Values

Excellence
We aim for the highest quality in education and care for children.

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What employees are saying

The staff , kids , parents also are all apart of why I choose to stay here. Not only are they able to work with my flexible schedule, they make my work environment a loving, trustworthy place.

Kama'aina Kids helps me as an individual to be a team member, grow as a successful teacher, and to accomplish what i want to accomplish for myself.

I have the opportunity to be a blessing to others by offering support and encouragement. I feel my knowledge is useful to myself and others.

Kama'aina Kids walks their talk of truly valuing employees by providing raises and fair pay, benefits that other companies don't offer, and showing gratitude and appreciation often.

I love my job because I love working with kids and adults

I am able to grow in a workplace where I am supported by my peers and further my passion with teaching children. This company also treats the employees really well.

I can make a positive effect on a large group of people—children and parents—and get the support needed to do the work.

It feels like family

I get to do what I enjoy and excel at.

The staff is amazing, and they genuinely care about their workers.

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