Nursery Worker

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Worker to join our team in providing a safe and nurturing environment for young children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and possess the skills necessary to foster their development and well-being. This position is perfect for individuals who are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children while fostering their growth in a supportive environment.

Wage: $17.50/hour

Hours: Sunday mornings 9:00am - noon, with options for special events as available

Start Date: This is a seasonal position starting August 2nd, 2026

Essential Duties:

• Has reliable transportation and arrives at the nursery at least 15 minutes prior to when scheduled.
• Greet each child when dropped off by parent(s)/guardians and being a welcoming presence as families enter (help orient newcomers to the space/offerings).
• Complete and maintain Nursery Sign-In/Out Records and communicate any special needs or issues to Director of Children and Youth Ministries (DCYM).
• Engages children in fun, safe, age-appropriate activities while staying in nursery, i.e. age-appropriate songs, stories, lessons, crafts, etc.
• If not already done, label all food containers or sippy cups with the child's name to ensure that children eat and drink from their own items.
• Stays until all children are secured with their guardian who signed them in or the guardian’s proxy named on the sign in form.
• Cleans and tidy toys, take out trash, and turn off lights each Sunday after children have left.
• Communicates needs for supplies, snacks, etc. to the DCYM.
• Abides by all Safe Church policies of the church at all times.
• Ensures a safe nursery environment (i.e. cleaning products and medications stored out of reach of children, outlet covers on electrical outlets, etc.)
• Maintains good handwashing/hand hygiene after assisting children with tissues for coughs, sneezes or runny noses and diapering.
• Wears latex free gloves while changing diapers, utilizes wax paper barrier and/or disinfects diaper changing area after each diaper change.
• Willing and capable of serving alongside and supervising Nursery Youth Assistants (16 ) to support performing the duties above
• Will document accidents, diaper changes, behavioral incidents, etc.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent training.
• Passes Criminal Background Checks required by church policy.
• Knowledge of and experience meeting the age appropriate needs for children 0-5 years.
• Willingness and ability to: adapt and professionally interact with children and their guardians; respond quickly and move safely over uneven and carpeted flooring, stairs, and narrow spaces; see, hear, and respond to emergent situations related to multiple children's needs; to safely carry up to 40 pounds.
• Certified or willing to acquire First Aid, CPR and AED certifications for children, infants and adults.
• Dependability is essential, tardiness and excessive unscheduled absences may result in termination of employment. Please make every effort to communicate non-emergency absences with at least 72 hours’ notice to the DCYM.
• Paid Nursery Workers are expected to work holidays that fall on Sunday.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Notes:

• Nursery Workers report to the DCYM, who will conduct performance appraisals as needed.
• This is an at-will position, and employer or employee may terminate or leave at any time.
• Dedicated to equity, diversity, pluralism, accessibility, and inclusion.

St. Thomas Episcopal Church welcomes applicants of any identity and ability.

To apply: email Jen@StThomasSpringdale.org

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

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