Child Care Worker

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : Harnett Campus, Lillington, NC
Job Type: Part-time Staff
Job Number: 02072
Division: Student Learning
Department: Student Learning
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Central Carolina Community College is committed to being an employer of choice, grounded in excellence, integrity, respect, collaboration, innovation, and leadership. We provide a supportive, growth-focused workplace where professionals can thrive while helping students access first-class educational and workforce opportunities. Join us in shaping futures, strengthening our region, and contributing to a mission-driven culture rooted in service and opportunity.

Childcare workers are directly responsible for the well-being of 0-5 years (Pre-K) age children under our College and Career Readiness program.Along with supervising and monitoring the safety of children, they are responsible for developing and implementing engaging lesson plans and age-appropriate activities to meet physical, intellectual, social, and psychological growth of children. They must possess excellent communication, decision making, organization, and problem-solving skills while fulfilling their duties with patience, compassion, and empathy.

This position is open until filled.

• This position may have occasional travel between campuses and for training. Occasional after hours may be required.

Essential Duties

• Maintain a safe and fun environment for o-5 years (Pre-Kindergarten) age children
• Supervise and monitor physical safety of children
• Follow the sanitation guidelines and help children learn good hygiene practices
• Clean and sanitize toys, children's furniture, and play equipment
• Clean and organize the classroom at the end of class
• Play, read, and feed to infants and toddlers
• Establish and enforce behavior rules in the classroom
• Engage children in positive interaction to build confidence and self-esteem
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate interactive lesson plans.
• Plan and implement creative activities and foster critical and motor skills development
• Facilitate children's activities, including storytelling, games, music, arts, and other hobbies
• Maintain children's daily attendance and keep records of each child's progress
• Other duties as assigned
• Recognizing and respecting the variety of experiences and contributions represented by all of our students, employees, and community, the Child Care Worker will encourage a learning environment where everyone is supported and valued for their unique perspectives and experiences and will foster and promote the participation of all members of our diverse communities.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with young children
• Bilingual