7. Toddler Teacher (Volunteer) Job Description

Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pray for the children.
• Attend ongoing Children’s Ministry training and meetings when necessary.
• Take training in First Aid and CPR if necessary.
• Complete a background check.
• Notify Nursery Coordinator at least one week in advance of an absence.
• Demonstrate a positive and friendly attitude with the parents and the children who are in your care.
• Explain security and sign in procedures with new parents.
• Label all diaper bags and children’s belongings.
• Keep record of attendance each week and give the attendance sheet to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator.
• Supervise children closely in the classroom, attending to their needs when necessary.
• Stay in the classroom at all times when children are under your supervision. Never leave a child unattended in the classroom.
• Change diapers as needed according to the diaper changing procedures.
• Demonstrate good hygiene and wash hands immediately after changing diapers, wiping noses, and serving snacks, etc.
• Page or contact parents in the worship service when a child is having difficulty in the classroom or is in need of parental care.
• Clean and sanitize all toys before putting them away after every Sunday morning.
• Keep room looking clean and neat.
• Prepare and guide Bible learning activities from the provided Bible curriculum.
• Report damaged toys/equipment or safety hazards to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator.
• Report needed supplies to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator (wipes, paper towels, diapers, etc.).
• Wear identification name tag or special Children’s Ministry shirt when working in the nursery.
• Leave room in good condition after serving.