Childcare Workers
Career Snapshot
ABOUT CHILDCARE WORKER CAREERS
Nothing is more vital than proper child rearing. And whether working as a day care centre staffer, camp counsellor, or teacher aide, a childcare worker's job is to nurture. Finger painting, show-and-tell, and group projects are more than just ways to keep kids entertained. They assist children in developing communication skills, self-confidence, and learning how to collaborate with others.
In addition to outstanding teaching abilities, childcare staff must be tolerant with difficult children or demanding parents. Of course, it's also critical to like working with children. Working as a childcare provider is not always simple. Few things, however, are more fulfilling than knowing you helped a young mind and body build and thrive.
Characteristics
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Comfort of the work setting
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Exposure to job hazards
Physical demands
Leadership
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Competition for this position
Communication with others
Dealing and handling conflicts
Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Thinking Creatively
Areas of Study
Administration and Management
Customer and Personal Service
Education and Training
English Language
Mathematics
Personnel and Human Resources
Psychology
Public Safety and Security
Degrees
Colleges
Top Skills
Active Listening
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking