Child Care Workers nurture and teach preschool children and provide them with basic care.

Necessary Education

High School Diploma to Associate Degree

Helpful High School Courses

English, Mathematics, Science, Early Childhood Education, Social Sciences

Working Conditions

• Work may be in preschool facilities, schools, religious institutions and workplaces that provide child care for employees
• Work is not routine - new activities and challenges daily
• Work may be physically and emotionally taxing
• Work may require constant standing, walking, bending, stooping and lifting according to each child’s needs

Salary Range

• 2003, Delaware average annual salary, $17,410
• 2003, Delaware average hourly wage, $8.37

Career Ladder Information

• Salary depends on worker’s education and the employer
• More education means higher earnings and more responsibility

Personal Qualities and Interests

     You:

• Enjoy children 5 and under
• Have a high energy level
• Are patient and creative
• Like organizing activities that stimulate children

Did you know?

• Almost 40% of childcare workers are self-employed, most as home day-care providers.
• Jobs are projected to increase faster than average.

Additional Information

• Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco
• National Association for the Education of Young Children: http://www.naeyc.org

  
  

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