Child Care Worker

Moving Forward Treatment Center LLC is seeking a part-time Child Care Worker to support and care for teenage girls in an onsite setting in Grand Prairie and Dallas, TX.

Position Summary

The Child Care Worker provides safe, attentive, and developmentally appropriate care for children while maintaining a structured environment. This role supports daily activities, supervises children during routines and play, and helps foster positive behavior and engagement.

Working onsite, the Child Care Worker collaborates with the team to ensure children’s needs are met consistently, with a focus on safety, respect, and effective communication with families and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and hands-on care for children during daily routines, activities, and designated playtime
• Support age-appropriate development through structured activities, learning-based games, and positive reinforcement
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in assigned areas
• Follow established policies and procedures for behavior support, incident reporting, and child safety
• Communicate with caregivers and team members to share observations and support continuity of care

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or GED
• Drivers License
• Experience in a child care or caregiving role, supporting children with daily routines and supervision
• Ability to maintain safety-focused vigilance while supervising multiple children
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with children and communicate respectfully with others
• Reliability and punctuality in a part-time onsite schedule
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a treatment, education, or childcare program serving children with diverse needs
• Demonstrated skills in supporting positive behavior and de-escalating conflict calmly
• Familiarity with basic child development principles and age-appropriate activity planning
• Experience documenting routine observations and communicating concerns to a superviso