Children’s Ministry Childcare Worker | Ages 5 and Under

 
 

Job Title: Children’s Ministry Childcare Worker - Ages 5 and Under
Status: Part Time
Level: One
Category: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Children’s Ministry Pastor
Rate of Pay: $15.74

Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children, infant to 5 years of age, can learn, grow, love, and follow Jesus Christ. To maintain positive communication and Christ centered leadership with parents and children. Attend to children's basic needs, organize activities that stimulate children's spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth. Help children explore individual interests, develop talents and independence, build self -esteem, and learn how to get along with others.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have any supervisory responsibility.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, observe, and monitor children’s play activities.

  • Assist with both long and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy.

  • Assist in preparing/serving snacks and refreshments for children.

  • Maintain open communication with parents.

  • Arrange a classroom environment in accordance with program goals and philosophy.

  • Change diapers and assist children to the restroom.

  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment.

  • Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials.

  • Initiate measures to control the room setting and behaviors.

  • Keep all appropriate records such as attendance records and time sheets.

  • Attend monthly team meetings.

  • Other reasonable duties as requested and assigned.

Attributes Staff culture

  • Passionate personal relationship with Jesus

  • Biblical ethics & integrity

  • Role competent

  • Stewardship

  • Teamwork minded

  • Adapti-positive

  • Mission focused

  • Self-developer

  • Helpful

Capability Standards

  • Maintains a healthy work / life balance.

  • Customer-service oriented.

  • Basic level technology skills to use HRIS/timeclock, staff intranet, etc.

  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills

  • Ability to take initiative when needed

  • Demonstrates leadership ability and interpersonal skills

  • Maintains confidentiality of sensitive material.

  • Compliant with Life Center’s Policies and Practices, including but not limited to, Employee Handbook, Safety Manual and Volunteer Policies.

Education/Certifications/Licensure/Experience Required

  • Prior childcare experience

  • First Aid and CPR Certification

Physical Demands

  • Standing or moving for prolonged periods.

  • Must regularly lift or move up to 20-30 pounds at a time.

  • Must be able to lift babies and toddlers properly

  • This role participates in random drug screening.

Work Environment and Travel

  • This job operates in a professional office and ministry environment. This role routinely interacts with staff, volunteers, and guests.

  • The primary campus location(s) for this role: Central. Travel is not anticipated for this role

Hours and Schedule

  • Varies, less than 15 hours per week:

  • Flexible Days/Evenings. Can include Wednesday and Thursday mornings and evenings, Sundays 8:00am – 1:00pm, and other opportunities depending on scheduled events.

Benefits
Paid sick leave consistent with the Life Center Handbook of Policies, Practices and Procedures, in accordance with the law.

Description Created/revised: 02.27.2023 JB