Childcare Worker United States

What does a Childcare Worker do?

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What the job involves

  • Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe environment.
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Maintain a clean and organized space for children to play.
  • Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times.
  • Assist with daily routines like feeding and hygiene.
  • Engage children in games, crafts, and educational activities.

Summed up from 30 recent Childcare Worker job postings.

Skills employers ask for

  • Early Childhood Education 3 in 10 postings
  • Child Development 1 in 10 postings
  • First Aid Methods 1 in 10 postings
  • Infant and Toddler Care 1 in 10 postings
  • Pediatric CPR 1 in 10 postings

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Certifications and licenses

  • CPR Certification 3 in 10 postings
  • Child Development Associate 1 in 10 postings
  • Working With Children Check 1 in 15 postings
  • TB Clearance 1 in 15 postings
  • Driver's License 1 in 20 postings
  • State Preschool Teacher Certification 1 in 30 postings
  • PEARS Certification 1 in 40 postings
  • PALS Certification 1 in 40 postings

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Experience asked for

  • No experience needed 1 in 20 postings
  • 1 to 2 years 8 in 10 postings
  • 3 to 4 years 1 in 35 postings
  • 5 years or more 1 in 10 postings

Typical ask: 1 year.

Education asked for

  • High school diploma or GED 8 in 10 postings
  • Associate degree 1 in 10 postings
  • Bachelor's degree 1 in 10 postings

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Is this role in demand?

4,008 open Childcare Worker jobs across the US right now.

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Typical pay $36,400 a year (most between $33k and $42k). See the full salary breakdown

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