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Masonic Villages

Child Care Worker

Elizabethtown, PA · On-site

$16.59/hr

As a Child Care Worker, you will carry out our Mission of Love by providing nurturing care ... the children including medication administration. * The demonstrated knowledge of basic ...

Anne Arundel County, MD

Child Care Program Specialist

MD · On-site

$60K - $112K/yr

This is a professional position responsible for assisting the Department's Senior Management Assistant for child care with the administration and program management of all School Age Child Care ...

Cherokee Nation

Early Childhood Teacher CD

Stilwell, OK

$12.75 - $17/hr

... Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment. • Possess or ability to ... Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of ...

Cherokee Nation

Early Childhood Teacher CD

Stilwell, OK · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

... Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment. • Possess or ability to ... Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of ...

UnityPoint Health

Teacher Child Care

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Maintains effective and respectful partnerships with parents, families, staff and administration ... Essentials Child Care Preservice required within 90 days of hire.

Cherokee Nation

Early Childhood Teacher CD

Tahlequah, OK

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

... Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment. • Possess or ability to ... Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level child care administration in the United States is $19.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an entry level child care administration do at a daycare?

An entry-level child care administrator at a daycare manages daily operations, ensures compliance with licensing regulations, and supports staff and children. They often handle scheduling, record-keeping, and communication with parents, requiring organizational skills and basic knowledge of childcare policies.

What is the difference between Entry Level Child Care Administration vs Entry Level Preschool Teacher?

AspectEntry Level Child Care AdministrationEntry Level Preschool Teacher
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in child care or administrationHigh school diploma; early childhood education certification or CDA preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice settings within child care centers, overseeing operationsClassroom settings directly with children
Employer & Industry UsageChild care centers, administrative offices, non-profit organizationsPreschools, daycare centers, early childhood education programs
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for administrative roles in child careCompared for direct teaching roles with administrative oversight

Entry Level Child Care Administration focuses on managing and coordinating child care services, often requiring administrative skills and certifications. In contrast, Entry Level Preschool Teachers work directly with children, emphasizing early childhood education and classroom management. Both roles are essential in the child care industry but serve different functions within the same environment.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Child Care Administration job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,474 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Early Childhood Lead Teacher I CD

Cherokee Nation

Tahlequah, OK

$15 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

Provides supervision and instruction to children in early childhood classroom. Develops and implements lesson plans and daily schedules; maintains all applicable licensing and accreditation guidelines; assesses children's learning and development, and coordinates services and communicates regularly with families.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
• Child Development Associate Credential from a college or technical school; Certificate of Mastery in Early Childhood Education, 18 college credit hours in Early Childhood Development, Human and Family Services, Elementary Education, Family and Consumer Science or other related field.
• One (1) year of related experience.


COMPETENCIES
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset & problem-solving skills
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Open to change
• Ability to oscillate between independent & collaborative work with ease
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coach others


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
• Possess or ability to obtain Entry Level Child Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for childcare.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS
• Child Development Associate Credential from a college or technical school; Certificate of Mastery in Early Childhood Education, 18 college credit hours in Early Childhood Development, Human and Family Services, Elementary Education, Family and Consumer Science or other related field.
• One (1) year of related experience.


COMPETENCIES
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset & problem-solving skills
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Open to change
• Ability to oscillate between independent & collaborative work with ease
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coach others


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
• Possess or ability to obtain Entry Level Child Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for childcare.

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