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VCA Animal Hospitals

Associate Veterinarian

Orange, CA · On-site

$80K - $180K/yr

Therapeutic laser; canine/feline overnight boarding and daycare Schedule * Full-Time, 4 ten hour days per week, including 1 weekend day * Sundays through Saturdays 8:00am-6:00pm; Appointments from ...

VCA Animal Hospitals

Associate Veterinarian

Orange, CA · On-site

$80K - $180K/yr

Therapeutic laser; canine/feline overnight boarding and daycare Schedule * Full-Time, 4 ten hour days per week, including 1 weekend day * Sundays through Saturdays 8:00am-6:00pm; Appointments from ...

Shipbob, Inc.

Fulfillment Associate

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Fulfillment Associate First Shift: Sunday from 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Monday-Thursday from 6 ... KinderBob Daycare Stipend program * Paid Time Off & Sick Time Off * Referral Bonus Program * Fun ...

ShipBob Inc

Fulfillment Associate

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Fulfillment Associate First Shift: Sunday from 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Monday-Thursday from 6 ... KinderBob Daycare Stipend program * Paid Time Off & Sick Time Off * Referral Bonus Program * Fun ...

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What is a daycare associate?

Daycare Associates are professionals who work in childcare centers, providing care and supervision for young children while their parents or guardians are at work or otherwise unavailable. Their responsibilities often include organizing activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, assisting with meals and hygiene, and supporting early childhood learning and development. Daycare Associates also communicate regularly with parents about their children's progress and behavior. They play a vital role in creating a nurturing and educational environment for children.

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

To thrive as a Daycare Associate, you need a solid understanding of child development, basic caregiving, and often a high school diploma or early childhood education certification. Familiarity with safety protocols, record-keeping systems, and first aid/CPR certification is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to engage children creatively are critical soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the safety, well-being, and positive development of children in a nurturing daycare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by daycare associates, and how can they be managed effectively?

Daycare Associates often encounter challenges such as managing varying child behaviors, balancing supervision with engaging activities, and communicating effectively with parents. It's important to remain patient, adaptable, and proactive in addressing each child's needs while maintaining a safe environment. Building strong teamwork with colleagues and staying organized helps manage daily routines smoothly and ensures high-quality care for children.

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Infographic showing various Daycare Associate job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Pet Hotel - Front Desk Associate - Santa Monica

Wag Hotels, Inc.

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$17.77 - $18.52/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Wag Hotels rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 41 rated pet care providers

Job description

Wag Hotels is the ultimate boarding and daycare resort for dogs and cats - a one-stop shop for boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and all your other pet spoiling needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities use a science-based approach in all Eco-friendly cleaning and sanitizing protocols, and our professionally trained staff provides a fun and safe environment for all our four-legged guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Our mission is to provide the highest level of fun, safety, and comfort to our canine and feline guests, as well as world-class service and convenience to our pet parents!
We are seeking hard-working, self-motivated, and passionate dog lovers to join our professional team!! As a Client Services Team Member, you will be responsible for providing the highest quality of customer service, maintaining open lines of communication between departments and clients, and maintaining medical and behavioral records of all guests using our online database. In addition, you would be managing guest check-ins/check-outs, processing online reservations, and responding to all client inquiries via email, over the phone, or face to face.
This is an entry-level position with an opportunity for growth! It requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, organization, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Our Client Services Team members are the face of our Company as they maintain positive, professional relationships with all our clients. We are looking for personable individuals that are passionate about animals and have an aptitude for customer service.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age!
-High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to work holidays and weekends (Please do not apply if you are unable to work on holidays).
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Gmail, etc), ability to type 30 wpm
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes, breeds, and personality types
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Part-time Employee Benefits Include:
- Free daycare for your dog after your first 30 days
- Two weeks of free boarding for your dog or cat (during non-peak periods)
- 30% discount on all retail
- Health Benefits through 'Lemonaid'
- Retirement Savings Program through CalSavers
- Paid sick leave
Wag Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.'
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Work Remotely
  • No

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our associates and clients as safe as possible we are providing masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer to our employees. We require a temperature check and self-evaluation form to be filled out by employees at the start of each shift.

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