Childcare Worker

About This Role

Working as a nursery worker, you will provide loving and attentive care for young children, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment where families feel at home. This role supports families and helps children experience God's love through kindness, patience, and excellent care.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving, attentive care for infants and young children
• Ensure the nursery remains safe, clean, and welcoming
• Engage children with age-appropriate toys, books, music, and activities
• Comfort children and communicate effectively with parents
• Follow all nursery safety procedures and church child protection policies
• Work cooperatively with church staff and volunteers

Requirements

• Must be dependable, caring, and patient
• Enjoy working with infants and young children
• Childcare experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and actively engage with children on the floor, at play, and during daily care activities
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check
• Must be punctual, reliable, and committed to providing excellent care
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• A welcoming and supportive church community
• Flexible part-time hours
• An opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
• A positive, faith-filled work environment

Important Details

• Schedule: Sundays: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Wednesdays: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.; additional hours may be available for special church programs, holidays, and events

About the Company

Tahlequah United Methodist Church is looking for a compassionate and dependable Nursery Worker to join their Children's Ministry team.