Purpose:

To provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to the children while at our Church, ages 0-8 years in a clean environment.

Responsibilities:

o Responsible for providing age-appropriate care which includes feeding, changing diapers, escorting to the bathroom, maintaining a safe environment, holding, or sitting with and cheerfully interacting with children through games, stories, play, and prayer. Universal precautions should always be used while changing diapers or time of body fluids. o Be polite, friendly, and courteous to all children, parents, and volunteers. o Arrive 10 minutes prior to the Early Morning Service. Child care hours include every Sunday 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM during the school year and 9:30AM to 11:00AM in the summer. Sunday School (9:30-10:45am) will be for children 0 through Pre-K. During the service nursery will be available for all children through 8 years old. oStay until the children are secured with a responsible adult. oIn the event of an emergency notify the parent via cell phone. o Straighten the room and clean any toys/beds before leaving. All toys that have had contact with saliva will require special attention. A sanitizing solution will be available to use in the nursery. o Report to the pastor any issues which are hindering the carrying out of the duties or responsibilities. o Communicate in advance, by phone to the pastor: 1) any planned absences with an advance two-week notice, or 2) any unplanned absences at least two hours prior to the shift.

Qualifications:

o Experience in caring for children between the ages of 0 to 8 with the ability to adapt and interact with a variety of personalities. o At least 18 years of age o Satisfactory completion of background check and drug screening o Must adhere to the Flemington Baptist Church Child Protection Policy Guidelines. o Three references.

Termination Policy:

o There will be a 90-day probationary period where either party may terminate employment without cause. Beyond this, a two-week notice is expected. o Dependability is essential. Tardiness and excessive absences cannot be tolerated and will result in termination of employment. Immediate termination will occur in cases of intentional verbal, physical, or emotional abuse or neglect of any child, parent, or church member. Termination may occur for failure to carry out job duties as described above or failure to comply with the "Flemington Baptist Child Protection Policy".

Pay:

$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 3.0 per week

Work Location:

In person