Infant & Toddler Caregiver

CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH, BASTROP, TEXAS; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH in Bastrop, Texas seeks a dedicated nursery worker to create a safe and nurturing environment for infants and young children during church services and events. Responsibilities include supervising care, feeding, and engaging children with activities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with children, and strong communication skills. The position offers an hourly pay of $20 and requires a background check and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably in a church or daycare setting.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must have or be willing to obtain active CPR and first aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for infants and young children during church services and events.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the nursery at all times.
• Feed, change, and attend to the basic needs of infants and young children.
• Provide age-appropriate activities and games to keep children engaged and entertained.
• Clean and maintain the nursery area, including stocking supplies.
• Communicate with parents and guardians about their child’s needs.
• Complete required training programs.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedule: Sundays from 9:15am to 11:30am (sometimes 12:15pm) and special services during holy holidays. We have a team of nursery workers so you do not have to be scheduled every week unless you want to be.

Job Summary

The nursery worker will be responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment for infants and young children during church services and events. They will be responsible for the care and supervision of children, including feeding, changing, and ensuring the safety of all children in the nursery.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for infants and young children during church services and events
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the nursery at all times
• Feed, change, and attend to the basic needs of infants and young children
• Provide age-appropriate activities and games to keep children engaged and entertained
• Clean and maintain the nursery area, including stocking supplies and ensuring that it is always in a safe and sanitary condition
• Check students in and out each week and have newcomers complete registration paperwork
• Communicate with parents and guardians about their child’s needs and progress
• Pass a background check and complete Episcopal Diocese of Texas Safeguarding God’s Children and other required training programs (paid)
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Nursery or Operations Manager or the Rector

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children, preferably in a church or daycare setting
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Must pass a background check
• Must have or be willing to obtain active CPR and first aid certification
• Understanding of child development and the ability to create age-appropriate activities
• Must be reliable, patient, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to lift and move children as needed

This job description is for general guidance and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the role.

The hourly pay for this position is $20 per hour