Childcare Provider

Job Profile

The Berean Childcare Provider is a part-time, seasonal (September-May) employee of Berean Baptist Church, hired to provide Kids Programming during any or all of the following programs: Tuesday morning Mom to Mom and Women's Ministry Bible Study, Sunday Evenings for Adult Ministry Classes, and Wednesday Evenings during Berean Kids. This position reports directly to the Berean Kids Plus Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor children's play activities
• Guide children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
• Read and play with children
• Administer curriculum 
• Organize and participate in recreational activities, such as games, songs and crafts
• Assist in preparing and serving snacks for children
• Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas.
• Clean toys that have been played with; straighten and reset room after childcare session.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment
• Ensure that check-in and pick-up procedures are followed
• Change diapers and assist in bathroom use (female providers only)
• Report any concerns regarding a child’s well-being immediately to the Berean Kids Director, Executive Pastor, or a Berean Kids staff member

Qualifications

• Model a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Agree with the Berean Baptist Statement of Faith
• Passion for children and families to see their lives, communities and world transformed by the power of the gospel
• Education and/or experience with children and children’s education

• Proven ability for problem solving and making rational, in-the-moment decisions
• Strong relational and communication skills
• Ability to work on a team
• Adeptness to work effectively with a variety of personalities, skill levels and situations

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to kneel, squat, bend, and sit on the floor for extended periods.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Ability to lift and carry children up to 35lbs., and occasionally up to 50lbs.withassistance.
• Must be able to reach, stretch, and move quickly in response to emergencies or safety needs.
• Must have fine motor skills for handling toys, crafts, and documentation
• Ability to clean, sanitize, and organize toys and activity materials