Child Care Worker

Part-Time Child Care Worker

Organization: Cove Church

Position Type: Part-Time

Reports To: Kids Cove Director

About Cove Church

Cove Church is passionate about creating a welcoming, Christ-centered environment where families feel at home and children can grow in their faith. In our Kids Cove ministry, we partner with parents to help children discover God's love through safe, engaging, and age-appropriate experiences.

Position Summary

We are seeking a caring and dependable Part-Time Child Care Worker to join our Kids Cove team. This role is more than just providing supervision-it's about helping children feel known, loved, and safe while encouraging their spiritual, social, and emotional growth.

We are currently looking for candidates with availability on:

- Sundays from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (with occasional additional hours available)

AND/OR

- Mondays from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children during church services and ministry events.

Engage children in age-appropriate Bible-based activities, games, crafts, and play.

Model appropriate behavior and encourage positive social interactions.

Assist with check-in, snack time, rest breaks, and transitions.

Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.

Communicate with parents, guardians, and ministry leaders in a friendly, professional manner.

Follow all safety policies, ministry guidelines, and state regulations.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (experience in early childhood care preferred).

Previous experience working with children in a church, school, or licensed child care setting is a plus.

CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).

Ability to pass background checks and meet all child protection standards.

Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

A joyful, patient, and nurturing personality.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible, part-time schedule within ministry needs

Supportive, faith-filled work environment

Opportunity to make an eternal difference in the lives of children