What it pays
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Half of all Childcare Workers in the U.S. earn more than $34,980 a year — the middle 80% land between $24,260 and $46,010. About 518,910 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Childcare Workers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Service and sales workers earn about ₹15,575 a month on average — around ₹1.9 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$34,980typical pay / year
518,910people in this work
$46,010+top 10% earn
₹1.9 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Regulate children's rest periods.
+Schedule and supervise two daily quiet rest periods for toddlers in the playroom, dim lights, play soft…
Regulate children's rest periods.
+Schedule and supervise two daily quiet rest periods for toddlers in the playroom, dim lights, play soft music, log any sleep disruptions and parental notes in the daybook, check each child five minutes before end to ease transitions and reduce distress.
The tools that do the workTadpolesjob descriptionsO*NET
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Read to children and teach crafts or songs
+Read the picture story aloud to the preschool group on the carpet, teach a simple craft that uses safe…
Read to children and teach crafts or songs
+Read the picture story aloud to the preschool group on the carpet, teach a simple craft that uses safe scissors and glue, sing two action songs to settle and extend the story, photograph finished crafts for parent updates and record any behaviours in the class log.
The tools that do the workSeesawEducationaljob descriptionsO*NET
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Support emotional and social development
+During circle time, lead a feelings check-in, model turn-taking and empathy with two role-play scenarios,…
Support emotional and social development
+During circle time, lead a feelings check-in, model turn-taking and empathy with two role-play scenarios, note any concerning behaviour, and plan one small peer interaction goal for each child this week to share with parents at Friday pickup.
The tools that do the workSeesawTadpolesESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Sanitize toys and play equipment
+Wipe and disinfect changing table, lay out clean supplies, dress each child in the outfit the parent left…
Sanitize toys and play equipment
+Wipe and disinfect changing table, lay out clean supplies, dress each child in the outfit the parent left while following safety and privacy steps, change diapers on the scheduled rounds, record each change and any skin issues in the child's file immediately after.
The tools that do the workTadpolesjob descriptionsO*NET
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Dress children and change diapers
+Collect all mouthed and high-touch toys, soak plastic and rubber items in approved disinfectant, launder soft…
Dress children and change diapers
+Collect all mouthed and high-touch toys, soak plastic and rubber items in approved disinfectant, launder soft toys on hot cycle, dry fully, inspect for damage, and return cleaned equipment to play areas with a sanitation tag dated today.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Officejob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Communicate with parents or guardians
+Write a clear update for each child's guardian describing today’s naps, meals, mood, and one success, attach…
Communicate with parents or guardians
+Write a clear update for each child's guardian describing today’s naps, meals, mood, and one success, attach two photos, flag any concerns about behaviour or health, and send these messages before 6pm so parents see the day’s summary at pickup.
The tools that do the workbrightwheeljob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work14
Organize and store toys and materials
+Sort and label every toy and learning material by age group and safety status, discard broken items, restock…
Organize and store toys and materials
+Sort and label every toy and learning material by age group and safety status, discard broken items, restock missing basics, arrange bins and shelves for easy midday checks, then photograph the storage area and notify parents of changes by Friday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Officejob descriptionsO*NET
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Engage children in developmental activities
+Set up a week of short group and individual activities targeting fine motor, language and social skills,…
Engage children in developmental activities
+Set up a week of short group and individual activities targeting fine motor, language and social skills, prepare materials for each child’s ability level, note adaptations for children with additional needs, and send the plan and learning goals to parents by Monday morning.
The tools that do the workEducationaljob descriptionsO*NET
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Accompany children on outings and field trips
+Plan a neighbourhood park visit with route, adult-to-child ratios, medical and consent checks, mobility and…
Accompany children on outings and field trips
+Plan a neighbourhood park visit with route, adult-to-child ratios, medical and consent checks, mobility and sensory accommodations, emergency contact list and roles for each staff member, then post the itinerary and permission reminder to families two days before departure.
The tools that do the workTadpolesjob descriptionsO*NET
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Monitor their progress
+Record baseline observations for each child this month against agreed developmental milestones, log incidents…
Monitor their progress
+Record baseline observations for each child this month against agreed developmental milestones, log incidents or regressions, flag children who need review, schedule parent meetings for those cases, and export progress summaries for the service lead by Friday.
The tools that do the workSeesawESCOjob descriptions
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Provide care for children with physical, developmental, or mental health disabilities.
+Create individual care plans for children with physical, developmental or mental health needs, list daily…
Provide care for children with physical, developmental, or mental health disabilities.
+Create individual care plans for children with physical, developmental or mental health needs, list daily supports and emergency procedures, assign trained staff to each plan, secure parental and specialist consent, and review the plans in the team meeting on Wednesday.
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Perform general personnel functions, such as supervision, training, and scheduling.
+Draft next month’s staff rota balancing qualifications, required ratios, training days and planned absences,…
Perform general personnel functions, such as supervision, training, and scheduling.
+Draft next month’s staff rota balancing qualifications, required ratios, training days and planned absences, schedule a one-hour training on behaviour support, circulate the rota and training invite to staff and confirm coverage two weeks before it starts.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OfficeO*NET
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Liaise with the families to arrange their visits
+Arrange individual family visits for next week: offer morning or late-afternoon slots on Tuesday, Wednesday…
Liaise with the families to arrange their visits
+Arrange individual family visits for next week: offer morning or late-afternoon slots on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, confirm preferred date and any access needs, note who will attend, and send a clear visit plan and consent form to each parent by Wednesday midday.
The tools that do the workTadpolesESCO
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Demonstrate leadership in social service cases
+Lead the open case review for three families with complex needs: summarise current risks and supports,…
Demonstrate leadership in social service cases
+Lead the open case review for three families with complex needs: summarise current risks and supports, propose two realistic actions for each family, invite social worker and family reps to a meeting next Thursday, and circulate the agenda and documentation two days beforehand.
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Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
+Sterilize all infant bottles and nipples, prepare each formula feed to the labeled bottles for Maya, Luis,…
Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
+Sterilize all infant bottles and nipples, prepare each formula feed to the labeled bottles for Maya, Luis, and Noah using the correct concentrations, cool to feeding temperature, log batch times and any deviations, and place ready on the warming rack by 7:30am.
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Plan and oversee daily routines
+Draft today’s room schedule with wake, diapering, play, nap, and meal blocks that meet licensing ratios,…
Plan and oversee daily routines
+Draft today’s room schedule with wake, diapering, play, nap, and meal blocks that meet licensing ratios, assign Emma to morning outdoor play and Jonas to quiet table activities, post the routine to parents and staff by 6:45am.
The tools that do the workTadpolesjob descriptions
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Identify signs of developmental or emotional issues
+Observe Sasha during free play for 30 minutes, note repeated withdrawal, delayed speech and limited eye…
Identify signs of developmental or emotional issues
+Observe Sasha during free play for 30 minutes, note repeated withdrawal, delayed speech and limited eye contact, compare notes to developmental milestones, flag concerns to Sara the supervisor and schedule a parent meeting with suggested screening next week.
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Discipline children and manage behavior
+Implement a calm-down plan for Matteo: remove him from the group for two minutes, offer a choice of quiet…
Discipline children and manage behavior
+Implement a calm-down plan for Matteo: remove him from the group for two minutes, offer a choice of quiet activity, record the trigger and response, inform his parents at pickup and review the behavior plan with staff tomorrow morning.
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Help children with homework or school work
+Sit with Ava after school, review her math worksheet step by step, model problem solving, write corrective…
Help children with homework or school work
+Sit with Ava after school, review her math worksheet step by step, model problem solving, write corrective hints on the page, send a photo of completed corrections and tips to her teacher and parents by 4:30pm.
The tools that do the workGoogle Classroomjob descriptions
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Provide them with care in a positive living environment
+Ensure the toddler room is safe and welcoming: rotate fresh toys, check sleep and changing areas for…
Provide them with care in a positive living environment
+Ensure the toddler room is safe and welcoming: rotate fresh toys, check sleep and changing areas for cleanliness, greet each child by name, document any family concerns, and email a summary to families before end of day.
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