Child Care Workers

Child care workers are employed by day care centers, preschools, and other child-care facilities and work with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. While parents and guardians are at work, child-care providers watch the children and help them develop skills through games and activities. Approximately 1.2 million child care workers are employed in the United States. 

Salary Range

Below $25,000 to $50,000

Minimum Education Level

High School Diploma

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Little Change or More Slowly than the Average

Personality Traits

Conventional

Helpful

Social

Career Ladder

Child Care Service Owner

Experienced Child Care Worker

Entry-Level Child Care Worker