The First Unitarian-Universalist Church of Nashville
Childcare Worker
The First Unitarian-Universalist Church of Nashville
Job Summary
The purpose of the FUUN Nursery Is to provide excellent childcare during Church services and functions.
Children ages 6 months to 10 years old are cared for in a safe, clean, enjoyable, and supportive environment.
Job Responsibilities
Caregivers are responsible for:
- Leading age-appropriate interactive activities.
- Feeding, changing diapers, escorting children to the bathroom, and maintaining a safe environment with good hygiene practices. (Use universal methods for changing diapers and washing hands).
- Holding, sitting with, and cheerfully interacting with children through games, stories, and play.
- Cleaning and disinfecting interactive areas at the end of each shift.
- Engaging with children, parents, and volunteers in a polite, friendly, and respectful manner.
- Arriving on time and staying in the Nursery until children are secured with specified responsible adults provided in sign-in/out paperwork.
- In the event of an emergency, notify the parent via the communication system.
- Report to the Childcare Coordinator any issues that may hinder the duties or responsibilities from being accomplished.
- Communicating, in advance by phone, to the Childcare Coordinator any planned absences with a two-week notice or unplanned absences at least two hours prior to shift.
Qualifications
Experience working and caring for young children in a childcare environment is required.
- A degree in child development or pursuit of a child development degree is a plus.
- Respect for the FUUN mission, purposes, and principles.
- Communication and interpersonal skills, able to motivate and manage staff.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Accessible; quickly and easily reached by phone, text, or email.
- Able to lift 30 pounds.
- Trained in CPR and First Aid.
Additional Information
Benefits
None
How to Apply
To apply by email, send a cover letter and resume to:
administrator@firstuunash.org, please
put “application for Childcare Worker” in the subject line
To apply by mail, send a cover letter and resume to:
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashville
1808 Woodmont Blvd. Nashville, TN 37215
Attention: Administrator
Website: www.firstUUnash.org
No phone calls, please
Details
- Date Posted: November 10, 2023
- Type: Part-Time
- Job Function: Other
- Service Area: Religious
- Salary Range: $15/hr
- Working Hours: Average of 8 hrs per week, Sunday mornings and some evenings