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Child Care Resource Center

Parent Educator

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Parent Educator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Sr. Grant Accoutant

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

$3.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Sr. Grant Accoutant

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$3.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Benefits & LOA Manager

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

$4.5K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Benefits & LOA Manager

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$4.5K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program ...

Child Care Resource Center

Nutrition Aide

Van Nuys, CA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Early Care ...

Child Care Resource Center

Nutrition Aide

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Early Care ...

Child Care Resource Center

Nutrition Aide

Los Angeles, CA

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Early Care ...

Child Care Resource Center

Nutrition Aide

Van Nuys, CA · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866) * Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Early Care ...

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How much do child actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for child actor in California is $25.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.83 and $21.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get hired as a child actor?

To get hired as a child actor, it is important to have an acting resume, headshots, and an agent or talent representative. Auditions are typically held through casting calls or talent agencies, and parents often need to provide legal consent and ensure compliance with child labor laws. Building experience through local theater, commercials, or school productions can also improve chances of being cast.

What are typical daily responsibilities and work hours for child actors?

Child actors generally spend their days balancing acting responsibilities—such as rehearsals, auditions, filming, or stage performances—with schoolwork and designated rest periods, as mandated by child labor laws. Work hours for child actors are carefully regulated and often shorter than those of adult actors to safeguard their well-being. On set or during productions, they collaborate closely with directors, acting coaches, and guardians who ensure their educational and emotional needs are met. The work environment is dynamic and supportive, focusing on both creative growth and legal protection for minors. This structure helps child actors thrive while maintaining a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child actor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Actor, talent in acting, memorization, and the ability to follow direction are essential, often developed through acting classes or performance experience. Familiarity with stage and on-camera techniques, audition processes, and sometimes union membership (such as SAG-AFTRA) may be required. Strong communication skills, discipline, and professionalism set a child actor apart, along with the ability to handle feedback and maintain focus on set. These qualities and skills ensure successful performances, positive working relationships, and steady career growth in a competitive industry.

What is a child actor?

A child actor is a young performer, typically under the age of 18, who appears in films, TV shows, commercials, theater productions, or voice acting roles. They portray characters in scripted productions, bringing stories to life through acting, often under the guidance of directors and coaches. Child actors may audition for roles, attend rehearsals, and work on-set while balancing education and legal work-hour restrictions. Their performances play a crucial role in entertainment, requiring talent, training, and dedication.

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Child Actor jobs near you
Infographic showing various Child Actor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,167 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Parent Educator

Child Care Resource Center

Sylmar, CA • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Expected Hourly Pay Rate:
$25.00
Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.
CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Within a team environment, this position will perform the following responsibilities:
Family Engagement (40%)
Data Entry (35%)
Group Interactions (10%)
Meetings and Reflective Supervision (5%)
Professional Development (5%)
For full job details: Job Flyer
Job Specifications
Minimum Required
  • Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with young children and/or parents.
  • Travel: This position requires 25% of travel. Will consist of travel to and from client homes, agency locations and regional external clients for trainings. Staff members driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver's License and DMV clearance required.
  • Work Schedule: Full time, typically M-F, ability to at times work a non-traditional work schedule including early mornings, late evenings and weekends.
  • Work environment: Mixture of working in an office work environment and working directly with the community. Willingness to work in a traditional office setting.
  • Background & Health Clearance Requirements
    • Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting.
    • Background check required. As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including:
    • Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
    • Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with "at risk" populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
    • MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC's liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
    • Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
    • CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 - 1596.866)
    • Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)

At CCRC, passion and meaningful work is rewarded! We offer employees:
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
  • Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
  • Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
  • Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
  • 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!

We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.
Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (818) 717-1000 ext. 6599 or email them at Recruiting@ccrcca.org.

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