Job Summary:

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

Duties/Responsibilities:

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  Cares for and attends to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and monitoring their activities and playtime.

  
  


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  Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.

  
  


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  Plans and teaches activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.

  
  


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  Encourages children’s emotional, social, and physical development, and positive self-concept.

  
  


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  Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.

  
  


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  Implements developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.

  
  


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  Teaches children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.

  
  


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  Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.

  
  


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  Maintains records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and medications administered.

  
  


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  Performs other related duties as assigned.