Childcare Assistant – Parenting Classes
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Position Description
Vineyard Cares is looking for responsible, dependable childcare assistants to help supervise children ages 8 and under during our five-week Guiding Good Choices parenting program.
This is a great short-term opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children, including teens looking to gain paid childcare experience. An adult program supervisor will be on-site throughout each session.
Responsibilities
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Supervise children and help provide a safe, welcoming environment.
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Assist with child check-in and checkout.
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Engage children in age-appropriate games, crafts, reading, and other simple activities.
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Help children follow rules and treat the library space and materials respectfully.
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Communicate any concerns to the on-site adult program supervisor.
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Assist with setup and cleanup before and after each session.
Qualifications
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Responsible, patient, reliable, and comfortable working with young children.
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Previous babysitting, childcare, or volunteer experience preferred but not required.
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American Red Cross Babysitter's Training, CPR, First Aid, or similar preparation is a plus.
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Must meet applicable city age and background-check requirements.
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Must be available for all five Saturday sessions if applying for a primary position.
Schedule and Availability
Primary childcare assistants must commit to all five Saturdays: October 24, October 31, November 7, November 14, and November 21, 2026, from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
We may also select one on-call alternate to provide coverage in case of illness or unexpected absences. Alternate hours are not guaranteed.