NURSERY CAREGIVERS
St. Stephen’s Church is currently seeking a Nursery Caregiver.
HOURS
- Sundays from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM weekly
- Holy Days include: Christmas Eve and Easter Eve
- Additional church events by arrangement
RESPONSIBILITIES
The nursery caregiver provide dependable, safe, and nurturing care to children in the St. Stephen’s nursery during services and special events.
Arrive promptly for scheduled shifts.
- Regular nursery hours include Sundays 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
- You may be required to arrive earlier and stay later than posted hours, as needed.
- You will be expected to work during other services and events during the year, as agreed with your supervisor.
- Advise your supervisor of any planned time off at least 2 weeks in advance of the absence and of any unplanned absence at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Become familiar with Church and nursery policies and facilities.
- Abide by the above policies and demonstrate good judgment regarding the welfare of children.
- Advise your supervisor of any issues which are hindering the completion of your duties or implementation of policies.
- Report any facility maintenance issues to your supervisor.
Greet parents and sign children in and out of the nursery.
- Be friendly, courteous, and helpful to all children, parents, and co-workers.
- Greet each child and call them by name when they are dropped off.
- Communicate any allergy or special needs to co-workers, as advised by parents or guardians.
- In case of emergency, call 911 immediately and notify parents or guardians as soon as possible.
- Ensure children are secured with an approved adult before leaving.
Provide age-appropriate care for children in the nursery.
- Holding or sitting with and cheerfully interacting with children through games, songs, stories, crafts, play, and prayer.
- Feed babies when needed or as requested by parents and give allergy-free snacks to toddlers.
Clean and tidy nursery, toys, and equipment.
- Maintain good hand washing/hygiene practices for yourself and the children in your care.
- After children leave, wash and sanitize toys that have been played with.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Experience caring for children from birth to 5 years of age.
- First Aid and CPR training are preferred.
- Up-to-date immunizations, including COVID-19 immunization.
- Satisfactory completion of background checks, references, and interviews.
- Completion of Episcopal Church in Minnesota Safeguarding God’s Children training.
COMPENSATION
$60/per Sunday morning
APPLICATION
To inquire about and/or apply for this position, please email Missy Greene, Minister for Children & Families. Please include your resume and three (3) references with your application.
St. Stephen’s Church is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
