Childcare Worker

About the job: Childcare workers’ employment is projected to grow 7 percent from 2016 to 2026, which is about as fast as the average for all occupations. Favorable job opportunities are expected. This is usually a part-time job, which had 1, 216, 600 jobs last 2016.

Where will you work: Childcare centers, child’s home, or private households

What will you do: The following are the duties of childcare workers:

  • Attend to the basic needs of children, such as feeding, dressing, bathing, and overseeing play.
  • Oversee and checks the safety of children.
  • May also help younger children prepare for kindergarten or assist older children with homework.

How to become Childcare workers: Education and training requirements for this job may be different depending on the setting, employer, and state. They range from no formal education to certification in early childhood education.

Job skills/requirements: Although this job does not require any credentials, Communication Skills, Instructional skills, Decision-making skills, Interpersonal skills and Patience.

Industry: Child care, customer service, toddler care, caregivers, child care assistants

Minimum age: Generally 16+

Expected wage: $11.17 per hour

Similar name: Nanny, Family childcare providers

Related jobs: Preschool teachers, Teacher Assistants

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Most Hiring Childcare Worker

Companies that mostly hire Childcare Worker are:


Most Hiring Minors (Under 18) as a Childcare Worker

The minimum hiring age of a Childcare Worker is generally 14 years old, but the minimum age specified in job postings as a Childcare Worker is 15 years old, varied by locations.

  • Can 12-13 work as a Childcare Worker? No, minors under 14 may not work for an employer, except in family business. Learn more Child Labor
  • Can 14 year olds work as a Childcare Worker? There are no job postings with minimum age 14 found as a Childcare Worker
  • Can 15 year olds work as a Childcare Worker? Yes, there are companies that hire 15 year olds as a Childcare Worker
  • Can 16 year olds work as a Childcare Worker? Yes, there are companies that hire 16 year olds as a Childcare Worker

Companies that tend to hire minors as a Childcare Worker are:


Companies That Hire Teens as a Childcare Worker

The following is a list of 22 companies that have and may be actively posting job vacancies as a Childcare Worker to which teenagers can submit job applications.

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Childcare Worker Jobs for Teens

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Clinic-Based Behavior Technician | Full Time Opportunity | Providence, RI (18+)

CBS Therapy - Cranston, RI

Minimum of 18 years of age. The role of Behavior Technician involves: OR 2 years experience in Applied Behavior Analysis Field.

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Clinic-Based Behavior Technician | Full Time Opportunity | Cranston, RI (18+)

CBS Therapy - Cranston, RI

Minimum of 18 years of age. The role of Behavior Technician involves: OR 2 years experience in Applied Behavior Analysis Field.

1 hour ago

Behavior Technician - Home Based (18+)

CBS Therapy - Cranston, RI

Minimum of 18 years of age. The role of Behavior Technician involves: OR 2 years experience in Applied Behavior Analysis Field.

1 hour ago

Behavior Technician (BT) to Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) 23/24 SY | Cranston, RI (18+)

CBS Therapy - Cranston, RI

Minimum of 18 years of age. The role of Behavior Technician involves: OR 2 years experience in Applied Behavior Analysis Field.

1 hour ago

Behavior Technician (BT) to Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) 23/24 SY | Woonsocket, RI (18+)

CBS Therapy - Cranston, RI

Minimum of 18 years of age. The role of Behavior Technician involves: OR 2 years experience in Applied Behavior Analysis Field.

1 hour ago