Child Care Attendant

Aos staffing; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aos staffing is seeking a Child Care Attendant to provide direct supervision, care, and support to children in educational and community settings. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment that fosters growth and positive social interactions.

The position supports children’s learning and development, with responsibilities including assisting with daily routines, activities, and documenting progress, while maintaining safety and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience and compassion
• Ability to work with children from diverse backgrounds
• Strong observation and problem-solving skills
• Dependability and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively engage children during daily activities
• Assist with personal care and daily routines
• Promote positive behavior and healthy social interactions
• Monitor safety and participation of children
• Support reading, homework, and skill-building activities
• Collaborate with staff, families, and other professionals
• Maintain a clean, organized environment
• Follow childcare, safety, and supervision procedures
• Report safety or health concerns to supervisors

Job description

Do you love working with children and making a positive difference every day? Join our team as a Child Care Attendant and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. This is a rewarding opportunity for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about supporting children and their development.

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 2:27 pm
Pay: $19.29 per hour

Position Summary

The Child Care Attendant is responsible for providing direct supervision, support, and care to children in educational, recreational, and community-based settings. The ideal candidate will foster a positive atmosphere, encourage appropriate social interactions, and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in their care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively engage children throughout daily activities
• Assist children with personal care needs and daily routines as needed
• Promote positive behavior and reinforce healthy social interactions
• Monitor children's safety, well-being, and participation throughout the day
• Assist with educational, recreational, and enrichment activities
• Support reading, homework, and skill-building exercises
• Encourage independence while providing guidance and assistance
• Help children develop communication, teamwork, and conflict-resolution skills
• Observe and document behaviors, incidents, and developmental progress
• Report concerns regarding child safety, health, or behavior to supervisors
• Support children during community outings, field trips, and special events
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment
• Collaborate effectively with staff, families, and other professionals
• Follow all childcare, safety, and supervision procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 60 college credit hours is required, including at least nine (9) college credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Youth Development, Child and Family Studies, or a related field; or possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

Experience

• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and adolescent parents is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of childcare experience is preferred.
• Previous experience in childcare, youth development, education, caregiving, camp counseling, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with children of various ages and developmental stages is highly desirable.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively with children from diverse backgrounds
• Strong observation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependability, professionalism, and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment

Employment Requirements

All candidates must successfully complete the following prior to employment:

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprint Screening
• Tuberculosis (TB) Test / TB Clearance
• Valid government-issued photo identification
• Ability to pass all client and site-specific pre-employment requirements