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In addition to enjoying being around children,

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it takes patience,

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stamina and good communication skills

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to handle a childcare worker’s responsibilities.

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Childcare workers care for children

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as a service to parents and families.

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Childcare workers’ tasks

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depend on the age of the child.

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They provide for basic needs

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such as feeding, changing diapers,

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and instituting a regular sleep time

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for babies and toddlers,

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and also introduce concepts

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like sharing and playing games.

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Childcare workers use storytelling,

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and hands-on activities

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to help prepare preschool-age children

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for kindergarten.

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School-age children

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may need help with homework,

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or rides to activities.

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Tasks also vary with work setting:

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Childcare center workers

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generally work full-time, in teams.

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They teach structured lessons,

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prepare activity schedules,

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and keep records of children’s progress.

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Family childcare providers

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work in their own homes

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to care for children

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during the parents’ work day.

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They must follow local regulations,

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set policies, and market their services.

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Nannies work full-time for one family,

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and are in charge of children

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throughout the day –

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including preparing meals

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and coordinating activities.

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Some nannies live with the family.

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Babysitters typically work part-time

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for multiple families, as needed.

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Education and training requirements vary

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from no formal education

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to postsecondary education

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in early childhood education.

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Employers often prefer

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at least a high school education.

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Many states require childcare centers,

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including those in homes,

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to be licensed.

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Some employers require childcare workers 

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to have a nationally-recognized credential 

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from a childcare association.