Child Care Teacher Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Child Care Teacher:

  • Bachelor's degree in education or similar relevant field
  • Previous working experience as a child care teacher for (x) years
  • Certificate in first aid and CPR
  • Additional teaching and/or educational license/certificate is a big advantage
  • In-depth knowledge of child development
  • Creative and artistic teaching abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Great amount of patience and flexibility
  • Must enjoy working with children
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Child Care Teacher skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Child Care Teacher roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.