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Qualifications
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The primary skill is a passion for nurturing young ones and the ability to creatively and compassionately connect to and work with a variety of children
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The position requires a self-starter who is dependable, takes initiative, and is responsible
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Associates Degree/Certificate in Child Care or two or more years of experience in childcare
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Certified in Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
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CORI clearable
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, including up-to-date boosters
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Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required
Responsibilities
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Our vibrant, creative, and progressive congregation seeks a Child Care Provider to lead childcare for infants, toddlers and children during Sunday morning activities and during other church activities, as needed
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The Child Care Provider must have an understanding and appreciation of children, as well as respect for the faith and inclusive values of our Church of the Covenant (COTC) community
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Provide a warm, safe, welcoming, and creative environment for children
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Serve as the lead care provider in the nursery (although during the first few weeks you will work closely with an experienced volunteer who will help you get acclimated)
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A volunteer care provider (church member) will be working with you on many Sunday mornings
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Support the children in their interactions with each other and in solving problems that arise
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Prepare a snack for the children
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Help with diapering and toileting, depending on wishes of family
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Work with parents/caregivers to help children feel welcome
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Provide child care for other occasions such as church meetings, other services, on an as-needed and as-available basis
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Set up the childcare area each week
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Clean childcare area each week and take responsibility for cleanliness of toys
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Keep track of supplies and alert the Children and Youth Christian Education (CYCE) Coordinator/Committee of any needed supplies so they can replenish them
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Set up and take down the Godly Play classroom/s each week
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Report any problems to CYCE Coordinator immediately
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Follow the guidelines of the Child Safety policy
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Sunday mornings (usually from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm in September-June and 3 hours per Sunday in summer season, as negotiated)
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Occasional other worship services or events, as negotiated
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CYCE Committee meeting once a month, usually on Zoom
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The Childcare Provider must be committed to working with and enforcing these precautions as part of maintaining a safe space for children
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Overall accountability is to the Children and Youth Christian Education Coordinator and the chair of the Children and Youth Christian Education Committee
Benefits
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Salary: $30/hour, paid on an hourly basis, not to exceed the Corporation’s yearly budget
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Social Security
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Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
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4 hour shift
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Weekends only