Woodbine Childcare Worker

Brentwood Baptist Church • Nashville, TN

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Church at Woodbine Childcare Worker is responsible to the church, under the direction of the Woodbine Preschool + Kids Minister, for providing childcare for ages birth through 5th grade. Hours include Sunday AM, Sunday PM (as needed) and Special Events. Pay is $15/hour. Must be comfortable teaching Bible stories and helping with crafts and games. CPR certified or willing to become certified.

Requirements

• Can identify closely with the mission, values, vision, theology, philosophy and methodology of Brentwood Baptist Church.
• A mature Christian who is demonstrates the Fruit of the Spirit, is growing in their faith and is committed to spiritual disciplines such as Bible reading, prayer.
• Ability to collaborate, cooperate and function well in a team environment.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 18 years of age or older
• Able to lift children and move around easily in order to perform duties required to care for children of ages birth through 5th grade.
• Active participant of a local evangelical church, as well as a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Certified in Infant/Child CPR (or willing to obtain certification)
• Must complete a criminal background check.
• Enjoy working with children.

Nice To Haves

• Effective in directing both resources and volunteers towards the accomplishment of goals
• Maximizes personal effectiveness by focusing on “must-dos” tasks
• Anticipates/avoids problems or formulates creative solutions
• Makes timely decisions that produce quality outcomes
• Demonstrates flexibility, adapts well to changing priorities or situations
• Self-directed and proactive in accomplishing tasks without significant oversight
• Is willing to take on additional responsibilities with a “can-do” attitude
• Collaborates well with others to accomplish group tasks
• Clearly conveys expectations and priorities to volunteers
• Uses written and verbal communication in a way that accomplishes intended results
• Adheres to commitments, schedules and deadlines
• Functions well in a team environment, regularly shares information and solicits feedback from others
• Demonstrates Christ-likeness and a commitment to personal spiritual growth
• Leads volunteers by serving and not by asserting control
• Utilizes emotional intelligence, is emotionally available to those he/she leads
• Invests in the development of others around him/her
• Prioritizes and accomplishes self-development goals
• Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to obtaining the KASH (knowledge, attitude, skill and habits) necessary to be successful in this role
• Teachable spirit with a desire to learn and grow
• The gap between the current job description and the employee’s current abilities is appropriate and allows for future growth

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing age-appropriate care for children ranging in age from infant-5th grade.
• Provide dependable, safe and secure care to the children in the care of Brentwood Baptist Church.
• Abide by all the safety and security policies outlined by Brentwood Baptist Church.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid Training for infants and children.
• Engage children in organized activities while in childcare- using age-appropriate songs, stories, lessons and crafts.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of the childcare environment.
• Know the emergency plans posted in each classroom and implement them when necessary.
• Use appropriate, consistent and positive discipline.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED