{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:17.449Z","occupation":{"soc":"39-9011.00","title":"Childcare Workers","group":"Personal Care & Service","sector":"62","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":null,"description":"Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.","contextCovered":"Licensed daycare centers, home-based childcare, after-school programs, faith-based and corporate childcare; teacher's aide through lead caregiver / center director assistant.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Daily routines (drop-off, morning circle, snack, nap, activities, pickup) — execute per the lesson plan under a lead caregiver's review.","Diapering and toileting routines — perform per facility hygiene and developmentally-appropriate practice.","Hand-washing and sanitation routines — model and supervise consistently across the day.","Allergy and dietary-restriction protocols — apply reliably at every meal and snack.","Daily-log entries (food intake, naps, diapers, incidents) — record accurately for each child.","Drop-off and pickup procedures (authorized-pickup verification) — execute consistently.","Mandatory-reporter awareness — recognize indicators and report to the lead immediately.","Common-sense first aid (cuts, bumps, splinters) — apply per facility protocol with lead-caregiver oversight.","Developmentally-appropriate interactions for the assigned age range — model under lead-caregiver guidance.","Classroom routines (transitions, cleanup, group management) — support the lead caregiver in execution."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["A small group of children (8-12) for blocks of the day — lead activities without lead-caregiver presence.","Lesson-plan activities — execute reliably across art, language, gross-motor, and music blocks.","Behavior guidance (redirection, positive reinforcement, scaffolded conflict resolution) — apply consistently.","Family communications at drop-off and pickup — handle routine updates and route concerns to the lead.","Common medical events (head bumps, allergic reactions, asthma) — recognize and respond per protocol.","Lesson-plan input and activity prep — contribute to the team's weekly plan.","Newer assistants and substitutes — orient on routines and class-specific needs.","Health-and-safety inspections — prepare the classroom on routine cycles.","Developmental observations on individual children — document accurately for the lead caregiver.","Naptime coverage solo — manage the classroom safely during the rest period."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Lead-caregiver responsibility for a classroom — own routines, lesson plans, and family communications.","Curriculum implementation (Reggio, HighScope, Creative Curriculum, etc.) — execute the program with fidelity.","Developmental assessments and parent-conference reports — produce on the program's cycle.","Behavior plans for individual children — design and execute with parents and the director.","Children with developmental delays or IEP/IFSP services — accommodate per the support plan.","Family relationships across the school year — develop trust and partnership.","Newer lead caregivers and assistants — mentor on technique, classroom culture, and child development.","Difficult family conversations (behavior concerns, developmental flags) — handle with sensitivity and partnership.","Classroom inventory and supply orders — manage within budget.","Program-level quality and accreditation (NAEYC, state QRIS) — contribute classroom-level evidence."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Center-level program quality — own as assistant director or program coordinator.","Curriculum design and adoption across classrooms — lead with the director.","Hiring, training, and coaching of lead caregivers — shape the center's teaching team.","Accreditation and state-licensing readiness — own across the program.","Family-engagement programs (parent education, family events) — design and lead.","Quality-improvement projects (assessment alignment, equity work, inclusion practice) — drive at program level.","Mentor caregivers across the field through credential programs (CDA, AA-ECE) — develop the pipeline.","Crisis events (family emergencies, child-protection concerns, weather closures) — lead with composure.","Center culture and educator practice — shape through standards, rituals, and example.","Career pathways into early-childhood teaching, family services, or center leadership — sponsor for the team."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}