Nursery Caregiver - Cypress

Work Schedule: Sunday: 7:30am-12:30pm; Wednesday evenings/special events as available

Direct Supervisor: Nursery Director

The goal of the SecondKids Ministry is to create an environment that is positive and friendly in order to introduce children and their families to Jesus and God's Word in a child friendly and age-appropriate way. Our nursery caregivers have the wonderful privilege of helping to lay a solid spiritual foundation and plant seeds for spiritual growth in our nursery area. This foundation is built not only through what takes place in the classroom during programming but also through building relationships with the parents.


The following is a general description of the duties required for a Nursery Caregiver. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Overview of Responsibilities

• To help each child:
  • Feel comfortable, special, and loved.
  • Feel secure with adults who love and care for him, other than mom and dad.
  • Learn to play and share with other children.
  • Have positive feelings about coming to church.

• To provide a safe and happy Christian environment for nursery-age children.
• To encourage the active participation of parents in God's Garden, Bible study and their child's room.
• To provide a GREAT first impression and touch the lives of our visitors; to show them our care for their children so that the opportunity to minister to them remains a possibility.

Weekly Responsibilities (The following is addressed thoroughly in our handbook)

• Arrive on time to scheduled assignments
• Accomplish appropriate trainings/certifications as needed (CPR, Epi Pen, LifeVac, and Ministry Safe)
• Wear proper attire when scheduled
• Ensure a secure classroom by following check-in and checkout procedures
• Facilitate a clean environment by ensuring the cleanliness procedures are followed
• Change diapers and/or help children use the restroom depending upon the children's ages
• Adhere to our safety policies when any incident occurs

Qualifications

• Growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
• A desire to minister to children and families