TEMP On-call Child Care Worker, Toddler A

CHESS • Santa Fe, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Worker supports the educational environment at an early childhood center by assisting lead teachers and teacher assistants in one or more classrooms as needed. The role helps ensure children’s safety, well-being, and developmental progress. The position is on-site in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is a casual, on-call position with 40 scheduled weekly hours and pays $16.00 per hour.

The role requires a high level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting children and classroom materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Work is primarily indoors but may include outdoor activities in varying weather conditions. Noise levels are usually moderate to loud, and there may be exposure to common childhood illnesses.

Applicants must submit a resume that documents each position’s title, duties and responsibilities, employment dates by month and year, and hours worked per week. Employment offers are contingent on a successful criminal background check; some positions may also require educational verification.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Complete the New Mexico Early Childhood 45-hour Entry Level Class or a 3-credit early childhood education course within the first three months of hire.
• Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate, or complete CPR training within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and appropriate practices supporting children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Problem-solving ability to manage classroom challenges.
• Strong observation skills to monitor children’s progress and well-being and identify potential concerns.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding when supporting young children’s individual needs.
• Ability to help maintain a structured, positive, and safe classroom environment.
• Flexibility to move between classrooms, adapt to new routines, and respond to the varying needs of children and staff.
• Ability to move quickly between classrooms and respond to children’s needs with speed and agility.
• Ability to handle the stress of managing groups of young children while maintaining a calm, positive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities, prepare materials, and implement lesson plans.
• Provide coverage in different classrooms as needed, adapting to varying age groups, routines, and teaching styles.
• Supervise children during activities, meals, rest periods, and playground time to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
• Support children’s emotional and social development by encouraging positive interactions and modeling appropriate behavior.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, follow sanitation and daily cleaning procedures, and sanitize toys, furniture, and surfaces.
• Communicate with children, parents, and staff to support a collaborative educational environment.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Change children’s diapers.
• Prepare children for outdoor play, assist with coats and hats, and apply sunscreen.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED