Part Time Daycare Support Staff (Kansai)

Thank you for your interest in Kinder Kids International School (KKIS)! We are a global educational institution with campuses in Japan, Canada, and Hawaii.

Job Details

Shift Availability:
Our shifts are exclusively between 12:30 PM and 6:30 PM; we do not offer morning or weekend shifts.

Position:
This is a support role within our childcare facilities located mostly in the greater Osaka area, with schools also located in Nara, Kyoto, and the Hyogo area.

At KKIS, children attend formal classes during the day and join our daycare program in the afternoon. Your responsibilities will include supervising nap time, overseeing park play, facilitating arts and crafts, managing afternoon snacks, tending to basic care needs such as changing nappies (diapers), some cleaning duties, and more.

Locations:
Priority schools are:
Osaka - Tenma Station
Osaka Bay - Bentencho Station
Tennoji - Momodani Station
Awaza - Awaza Station
Dojima - Fukushima Station
Kyoto - Nijo Station
Other school locations may be available.

Requirements:
Proficient in written and spoken English.
Available in the afternoons.
Passionate about working with young children.
Currently residing in Japan with a valid work visa.

We offer:
Hourly wage starting at ¥1,200, with potential increases up to ¥1,230 based on performance.
Coverage of transportation costs up to ¥40,000.
Paid holidays, calculated based on days worked per week.
Initial training and onboarding through seminars and daycare observations.
Potential progression to full-time roles such as Class Assistant or Lead Class Teacher.

Additional Benefits:

Social insurance enrolment (health and pension) for those working 20+ hours per week (excluding student visa holders).
Unemployment insurance (excluding student visa holders).
Regular performance feedback and annual pay reviews.
A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Ideal Candidates:

Have a positive attitude and good communication skills.
Have reliable transportation.
Experience in customer service or childcare is a plus.
Passionate about education and bilingualism.
Physically and mentally fit (medical examination required).

Bonus Skills:

Musical abilities.
Proficiency in Japanese or Mandarin Chinese.
Valid first aid qualifications.
Preschool, Kindergarten, or ECE qualifications.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application along with a cover letter detailing why you want to work with us and what makes you unique. Indicate your available shift patterns in your application.

If you meet our criteria, we will invite you for an online interview.

We look forward to receiving your application. Join us in making a difference in early childhood education!

If you are ready for this exciting opportunity, apply now.