Job Summary:

The Childcare Worker will perform a variety of tasks at a childcare facility or institution.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Cares for and attends to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and monitoring their activities and playtime.
• Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.
• Plans and teaches activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.
• Encourages children’s emotional, social, and physical development, and positive self-concept.
• Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.
• Implements developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.
• Teaches children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.
• Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.
• Maintains records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and medications administered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers.
• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Extensive knowledge of childcare principles and procedures.
• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Knowledge of early childhood teaching strategies.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred. 
• At least one year of related experience required.
• Certification in first aid and CPR required; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.