Childcare Worker

Thewellspring; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thewellspring is looking for a leader in the Kids Ministry department to support the Child Care Team at Southwest Church. You will ensure a safe and engaging environment for children while coordinating activities.

The ideal candidate should have over a year of experience in childcare, demonstrate strong communication skills, and love working with kids. Flexibility in a dynamic environment is essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a childcare setting.
• Friendliness and professionalism in demeanor.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide a Christ-centered, safe, engaging environment for children.
• Interact with and supervise children in a classroom setting.
• Coordinate and lead group activities with the children.

Skills

Love God and love Kids

Strong communication skills

Experience in a childcare setting

Flexibility in a fast-paced environment

Tools

Word/Pages

Excel/Numbers

PowerPoint/Keynote

Job description

SUMMARY

As a vital leader within the Kids Ministry department, you will work closely with the Kids Pastor to provide support to the Southwest Church Child Care Team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a Christ-centered, safe, engaging and clean environment for the children
• Interact with and supervise the children in a classroom setting
• Coordinate and lead group activities with the children
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Clean interactive areas throughout the time the children are with you and at the end
• Keep records of any problems that may occur
• Ensure that children have good hygiene and change diapers as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

• Love God and love Kids
• Regularly attend a Bible believing church
• Share the Gospel with the kids in fun and creative ways
• Have 1+ year’s experience in a childcare setting
• Exemplify a friendly, professional and positive demeanor
• Be flexible with change and excel in a fast‑paced work environment
• Demonstrate strong, yet loving influencing communication skills
• Prove to be a proactive self‑starter, creative problem solver and collaborative team player
• Able to work collaboratively with other department teams to support the ministry of Southwest Church.
• Understanding of confidentiality and proper care of personal information.
• Knowledge of computer applications such as Word and/or Pages, Excel and/or Numbers, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant periods of sitting and repetitive motions. Occasionally able to lift or move up to 20lbs and standing or walking.