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 945,900 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

Decline

Personality Traits

Conventional

Helpful

Social

Career Ladder

Child Care Service Owner

Experienced Child Care Worker

Entry-Level Child Care Worker