How much does a Child Care Worker make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Child Care Worker in the United States is $15 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $14 and $17. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Child Care Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $13 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $14 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $15 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $17 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $19 US March 26, 2024
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Arizonaschildren - Yuma , AZ
**Child Care Worker** On-Call Childcare Workers Needed! Flexible Hours! We are looking for flexible and experienced caregivers to provide childcare on a part-time basis while parents attend our community workshop. - Opportunity to work multiple shifts per week - Work shifts are approximately 3 hours each week - Location in YUMA - High demand for availability in the morning and night **Who We Are:** Founded in 1912, Arizona's Children Association is one of the oldest and largest statewide comprehensive child welfare and behavioral health not-for-profit agencies in Arizona. Located in all 15 Arizona counties, we provide a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of more than 40,000 children, youth and families each year. When working with AzCA, you'll be surrounded by highly talented and dedicated individuals who are committed to our mission of protecting children, empowering youth, and strengthening families. *Find your passion. Join our team!* **What You'll Do:** - Provides c
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Meharry Medical College - Nashville , TN
The Child Care Worker will have the responsibility of interacting with and supervising children in a manner that promotes social, physical and intellectual growth. The Childcare Worker will also plan individual and group activities to stimulate learning, according to ages of children, and confer with parents regarding progress of children and perform other responsibilities as required. Daily Operations Ensure that client's children are sufficiently monitored and supervised at all times during work shift. Planning daily activities for the children of the Rainbow Program; Preparation, serving and cleanup of snacks and meals; Assist children in the bathroom; Provide supervision of play activities; Change diapers; Deliver progress reports to parents. Be courteous, tactful, and discrete in relating to the public, other staff, and clients. Respect and protect client's rights (including confidentiality) and ensure that client's respect the rights of others by appropriately intervening and/or
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Gaudenzia Inc. - Philadelphia , PA
Do You have the heart to serve others and making a lifelong impact? Picture yourself at Gaudenzia as a Child Care Worker at our Winner Pregnant & Parenting Women's Program! We need hope-bringers and changemakers because the work we all do matters. If youre passionate about making an impact with your time and being someones light in the darkness, we want you on our team. Come Join Us to Do Mission-Based, Meaningful Work Who We Are Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one of the most devastating public health crises of our time. As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our c
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University Of New Mexico - Albuquerque , NM
Child Care Worker Requisition ID req25548 Working Title Child Care Worker Position Grade 05 Position Summary Under the supervision of a Lead Teacher, the Child Care Worker will be providing supervision and daily care for children in an early childhood classroom setting. The Children's Campus has 15 classrooms and serves children ranging in ages 0-12. Daily duties include supporting children in daily care needs, assisting in developmentally appropriate activities and guidance, and performing other duties related to their assigned classroom. This is a full-time benefits eligible position from the date of hire to include education benefits, ability to earn paid leave, and paid holidays. Employees have the ability to opt into other benefits that are offered to all university employees. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment * Ability to secure and maintain a valid UNM Driver's License. * A valid New Mexico Driver's License, or ability to obtain a
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Rite Of Passage Inc - Torrance , CA
** Child Care Worker** **Job Category****:** Direct Student Care **Requisition Number****:** CHILD04076 Showing 1 location **Job Details** **Description** **POSITION SUMMARY:** The primary responsibilities of a Child Care Worker are to provide safety and around-the-clock supervision of at-risk youth. Child Care Workers provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual counseling and behavioral/social/physical and educational skill development. Child Care Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the youth; monitor and document youth behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Child Care Workers work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of each youths treatment plan. Child Care Workers perform standard level paraprofessional work in every aspect of the program operations. This position reports to the Program Manag
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karier.co - Crestview , FL
**Child Care Worker** Lighthouse Autism Center - Greenfield, IN+7 locations Job details Salary $16 - $19 an hour Job Type Full-time Number of hires for this role 3 Full Job Description The characteristics of an applicant we are looking for are energetic, caring, positive, empathetic, and detail-minded. If you a passion for working with kiddos and are energized by the fact that you are helping others, we would love to add you to our team. Monday through Friday, Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Paid Vacation and Holidays This is an active position working one on one with children with autism. Work performed includes implementing custom therapy programs to meet the unique treatment needs of each client. Instructors help children to develop mentally, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of appropriate individualized programming and education. *Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) help children to progress in educational settings, social setting
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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