A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Child Care Worker Holy Cross Lutheran Church - 4.5 Athens, GA Job Details Part-time $15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Qualifications CPR Certification Child Development Infants Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Full Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Provide age-appropriate care, including feeding, changing diapers, escorting to the bathroom, maintaining a safe environment, putting children down for naps, holding, and sitting with and cheerfully interacting with children through games, stories, and play. Be polite, friendly, and courteous to all children, guardians, and volunteers from the congregation.
Sundays:
Arrive at 8:45 a.m. and remain in attendance until 11:15 p.m.
Wednesdays:
Arrive at 6:15 p.m. and stay until 8:15 p.m. Work two to three Sundays and Wednesdays a month unless leave has been arranged and approved. There will be opportunities to work midweek and special events. These will be announced four weeks prior to the event. Remain in the nursery until all children are secured with a responsible adult named on the child's registration form. In the event of an emergency notify the guardian and an usher via the pager system. Debrief with the Director of Faith Formation Ministries at an appropriate time. Tidy and clean the room, toys, and beds before leaving. Dispose dirty diapers in the dumpster. Notify the Director of Faith Formation Ministries of used linen. Sanitize toys that have been in contact with saliva. Report to the Director of Children and Youth Ministries any issues, concerns, or suggestions which hinder or may enhance the performance of the nursery caregiving ministry. Communicate in advance via phone or email to the Director of Children and Youth Ministries any planned absences with minimum two-week notice or any unplanned absences with minimum two-hour notice. Participate in regular evaluations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1+ years of experience Experience with infants, toddlers CPR certification (We can provide the training) Successful completion of national background check, paid for by congregation Successful completion of Safe Gatherings training, paid for by congregation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in special needs care Coursework in early child development
COMPENSATION
$15.00 per hour Part-time
ABOUT THE CONGREGATION
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a worshipping community of around 130 members and friends. We offer two worship opportunities each Sunday, a blended service at 8:30 a.m. and a traditional service at 11 a.m. We also offer seasonal worship opportunities during Advent and Lent. We have a thriving small group ministry that supports and encourages members and friends while exploring a wide variety of topics each fall and spring. We are energized by service with and among the Athens community. Some of our projects include the Interfaith Hospitality Network, the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Athens Nurses Clinic, Food2Kids, and Lutheran Services of Georgia. We are also committed to national and global initiatives such as Bike & Build, Relay for Life, Lutheran Disaster Response, ELCA World Hunger, and Lutheran World Relief.
Work Remotely No Job Type:
Part-time Schedule:
2 1/2 hour shift Weekend availability
Experience:
Teaching:
1 year (Preferred)
Childcare:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
