"Day-care workers ensure the safety and welfare of children before and after school or at other times while parents are working. These workers may also be known as child care workers. Responsibilities: • Providing care for children, such as setting schedules and routines, grooming, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys. • Developing and encouraging age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts, such as communication, manners, sharing, etc. • Maintaining a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues and reporting concerns to staff and parents. • Helping children discover new interests by introducing them to art, music, sports, and other potential hobbies. Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent. • More education and experience may be required or preferred. • Some companies or states may have a minimum age requirement. • Additional licenses, certifications, or training may be beneficial or required. • Decisiveness, patience, and stamina to chase after, lift, or carry children.

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