CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ‍ ‍

Why Work for Westwood Park Daycare?

As a small group daycare, we offer a uniquely supportive environment; working for a small group daycare is often better because it reduces workplace stress, provides a relaxed work environment, and allows for deeper, individualized child care.

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Full Time or Part Time

To apply properly, submit your application exclusively through the official form on this page.

Calls and visits are by appointment only. Please schedule your appointment online before reaching out.

Job Description

A daycare worker provides safe, nurturing, and educational care for children, focusing on physical, emotional, and social development. Key responsibilities include organizing age-appropriate activities (crafts, songs), supervising playtime, maintaining hygiene (diapering, cleaning), serving meals, and communicating with parents regarding child progress.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Supervision & Safety: Actively monitor children at all times to ensure a secure environment, including indoor and outdoor playtime.

  • Care & Hygiene: Assist with feeding, grooming, diapering, and bathroom needs, while promoting good personal hygiene habits.

  • Child Development: Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate activities, such as reading, crafts, games, and music to foster learning and social skills.

  • Daily Routines: Establish and follow schedules for meals, naps, and snacks.

  • Communication: Maintain open communication with parents and guardians regarding children's daily activities, behavioral changes, or developmental milestones.

  • Facility Maintenance: Ensure the classroom, toys, and equipment are clean, organized, and safe.

Requirements & Skills

  • Patience and Compassion: Ability to work with children in a gentle and caring manner.

  • Certification: Valid Childcare Certifications, First Aid and CPR certification are required.

  • Knowledge of Development: Understanding of childhood development stages.

  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal skills for interacting with both children and adults.

  • Reliability: Dependable and punctual to ensure proper staffing ratios.

Physical Demands
The job requires the ability to be active, which includes bending, kneeling, lifting children, and standing for long periods.