Volunteer Childcare Assistant

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Volunteer Child Care Worker

Job Summary: We are a new childcare center focusing on improving the lives of children and families with comprehensive support through accessible childcare and the love of Christ. We are seeking volunteers to assist in the classroom and further enhance our care of children.

List of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in supervising and monitoring a safe play and learning environment for children;
• Support children’s emotional and social development including positive self-concepts;
• Duties include rocking infants, reading to children, supporting small group activities, and general classroom support.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times with a compassionate demeanor;
• Strong problem solving abilities;
• Previous experience working with children is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move quickly to supervise and assist young children;
• Lifting children, equipment, and supplies, up to 50 pounds in weight;
• Frequent sitting (including on the floor), stepping, bending, twisting, and kneeling for extended periods;
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids. Frequent hand washing is a must;
• Ability to visually and audibly respond to children in emergency situations.

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
• Completion of in-person and virtual training
• 6-month commitment to volunteerism