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Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.


Sample of reported job titles: Caregiver, Child Care Worker, Child Caregiver, Childcare Provider, Childcare Worker, Daycare Teacher, Daycare Worker, Infant Teacher, Toddler Teacher

Also see: Nannies


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Tasks

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  • Maintain a safe play environment.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Observe and monitor children’s play activities.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Communicate with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Care for children in institutional setting, such as group homes, nursery schools, private businesses, or schools for the handicapped.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sanitize toys and play equipment.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Dress children and change diapers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents’ or guardians’ attention.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Perform general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dish washing, and changing of linens.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Discipline children and recommend or initiate other measures to control behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Regulate children’s rest periods.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Help children with homework and school work.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Provide care for mentally disturbed, delinquent, or handicapped children.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Operate in-house day-care centers within businesses.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Perform general personnel functions, such as supervision, training, and scheduling.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Accompany children to and from school, on outings, and to medical appointments.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Calendar and scheduling software — Scheduling softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Computer based training software — Educational software; SchoologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Desktop communications software — TadpolesSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Internet browser software — Web browser softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Multi-media educational software — Nearpod; SeesawSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Project management software — Google ClassroomSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Arrange childcare or educational settings to ensure physical safety of children.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Discuss child development and behavior with parents or guardians.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assist individuals with special needs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Provide counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clean tools or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Provide for basic needs of children.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain client information or service records.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor health or behavior of people or animals.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Arrange items for use or display.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Teach health or hygiene practices.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Teach daily living skills or behaviors.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Perform administrative or clerical tasks.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Care for patients with mental illnesses.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop educational or training programs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Perform housekeeping duties.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare foods or meals.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop daily schedules for children or families.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assign duties or work schedules to employees.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Perform human resources activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Train service staff.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organize recreational activities or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Accompany individuals or groups to activities.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Contact With Others — 83% responded “Constant contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 81% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 65% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Physical Proximity — 51% responded “Very close (near touching).”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 77% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 42% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 54% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsible for Others’ Health and Safety — 42% responded “Very high responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Standing — 48% responded “About half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 34% responded “Important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — 31% responded “Very high responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 30% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Conflict Situations — 31% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Deal With External Customers — 34% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 35% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 41% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 47% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 34% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Letters and Memos — 29% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — 38% responded “About half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — 33% responded “About half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.
SVP Range (4.0 to < 6.0)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
39   High school diploma or equivalent

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23   Associate’s degree
14   Less than high school diploma

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Credentials

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Interests

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  • Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.See more occupations related to this work value.

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Related Occupations

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