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JobHero’s most-requested resume is for babysitter. In this example you can see the best practices for writing a child care resume.

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Job Outlook for Child Care

Over the next decade, there are expected to be an additional 160,200 jobs added in the child care field — an increase of 2% by 2029, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

While that growth is encouraging, it’s still going to be necessary that you have a resume that causes you to stand out from the competition.

So, before you start applying for jobs, check out our resume writing tips below to make sure your resume shines.

3 Tips for Writing Child Care Resumes

Choose the right format for your child care resume

As a child care professional you probably have read the story of Goldilocks and the three bears. Just like everything has to be ‘just right’ for Goldilocks, the same goes for your resume.

Before you write a resume, it’s necessary that you set it up for success by choosing the resume format that’s just right for your experience.

There are three main resume format types: chronological, functional and hybrid.

If you’re a child care applicant with a lot, five years’ experience or longer, you should use a chronological format.

If this is your first child care job or you have less than two years’ experience, use a functional format.

And, if you’re somewhere in the middle with more than two and less than five years’ working as a nurse, you should use a hybrid format.

The main difference between the three formats is where the main focus is put on your resume.

Chronological formats work well for people with a lot of experience because they put the emphasis on all the work experience you have. So, if you’re lacking experience, you should choose another format.

Meanwhile, functional formats put the emphasis on your skills instead of your work experience as a smart way to cover your inexperience.

As it indicates, a hybrid format is a halfway point between a functional and a chronological resume — for our purposes you can call it the “Goldilocks format” because it gives that just right balance to your work history and skills.

Promote your child care skills

Every role in child care is going to be a bit different depending on the child or children that you’re working with and their parent’s expectations.

However, there are certain skills that are welcome for any child care worker. We’ve included a list that highlights some of the most useful skills to mention in a child care resume.

Include some of these sought-after skills in your resume as they apply to you.

Desired skills for child care workers include:

  • Patience
  • Compassion
  • Friendliness
  • Instructional skills
  • Safety focused
  • Energetic
  • Active supervision
  • Food preparation
  • Entertaining activities
  • Social engagement
  • Education reinforcement
  • First-aid certified
  • CPR certification
  • Physical stamina
  • Emotional support
  • Oral communication
  • Schoolwork assistance
  • Activity planning
  • Childhood development
  • Protective supervision
  • Positive discipline
  • Socialization exercises
  • Giving directions
  • Outdoor activities
  • Meal planning
  • Activity coordination
  • Language skills, e.g., Fluent in Spanish, Mandarin or Tagalog, etc
  • Event organization
  • Behavioral monitoring
  • Decision making

Juice up your resume with some of these important keywords where they apply to your experience and describe who you are as a child care worker.

Here’s a failsafe tip: Study the exact language used in the ad or job posting and try to feature some of the same keywords and phrases that the employer uses if they’re relevant to job duties you perform.

Use a template to make sure your resume looks clean

Studies have shown that recruiters only look at a resume for an average of six seconds before moving onto the next one. If a resume is hard to read, it’s probably getting skipped.

Using a template is an easy way to avoid this.

A resume template is a preformatted document that was created by a professional designer. They took care of the design elements to make sure everything is well-presented and easy-to-read.

For you that means creating a resume is a breeze. All you have to do is pick a template that you like and fill in your information. You’re saved all the time of tinkering with columns, borders, shading and fonts.

JobHero has loads of resume templates that you can use to create your resume.

Even easier, JobHero has a resume builder that lets you choose from a selection of templates and then automates the process of filling in your information complete with auto-suggestions.

It creates these auto-suggestions based on extensive research that our resume professionals have tailored to every job title in the child care industry.

JobHero’s resume builder is like having an expert look over your shoulder to guide you step-by-step as you write your resume. You won’t find a faster or easier way to produce an outstanding looking resume.

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Child Care Resume FAQ

What should I put on my resume for child care?

For most jobs in child care, the focus of your resume should be on your work experience and skills. These sections should get the most space.

An education section should also be included. Higher education isn’t required for most child care care roles, but if you have a certification in first-aid or CPR mention it because that kind of training is very important when it comes to child safety.

You’ll also need to include the other resume basics like your contact information and a professional summary or objective.

How do I list education on a child care resume?

Most roles in child care will not require advanced degrees. However, your education is always an asset.

In the realm of child care, more so than a formal education, it’s really desirable if you have completed recent training in CPR or first aid. It gives parents peace of mind to entrust their children with someone who can take action in an emergency situation.

Note your certification certifying center or agency and date obtained. It should look something like this:

CPR Certification, Pasadena CPR, July 2020

To list your formal education, the following similar information is expected: The name of the school that you attended, its city and state, the years you attended, and, if applicable, the degree(s) you obtained. Typically, if you’ve graduated from college, you don’t need to list your high school education.

Here’s an example:

Drexel College Baltimore, MD

Graduated 2017, BA English

What kind of work experience should I put on a child care resume?

If you can, you should try to keep all the work experience you include in a resume focused on child care jobs you’ve held.

Try to consider the aspects from your previous work experience that would be the most relevant to this new experience.

For instance, if you worked as a babysitter and watched two children who were four and nine years old, mention those details. If it’s close to the ages of the children that you’re applying to sit it will instill confidence that you’re ready for the task.

You could even include unpaid child care experience if you used to watch siblings or family members for free. Just list all the responsibilities and actions you had to do to care for them.

If you don’t have previous experience in child care, you can also mention work experience that you have from other jobs in different industries, such as working in a retail store or at a golf course.

However, if you’re going to include work you did in other industries, try to feature the responsibilities that you were entrusted with. After all, parents want to know that the people they are leaving their children with are trustworthy people.

So try to include experience that shows that you can be relied upon.

 

How do I write a professional summary or objective statement for a child care resume?

Professional summaries and objective statements both live at the top of your resume and serve as the primary argument you give as to why you’re a good candidate.

The main difference between the two is that professional summaries are better for people with work experience in the child care industry, whereas objective summaries are better for people new to the industry.

In either case, you don’t need to say too much. Just make a brief two to three sentence argument for why an employer should see find promise in hiring you.

A professional summary does so by looking at your main achievements from past roles. A good example of a professional summary might look something like this:

“Dedicated child care worker with 3+ years of experience has made a friendly impact at daycare centers I’ve worked at. My fun disposition has made me a hit with kids while my professional demeanor and first-aid certification bring parents reassurance.”

Meanwhile, a solid objective statement focuses on what you hope to achieve for the employer if given a chance to work for them. A solid objective statement might look something like this:

“Self-motivated caretaker seeks job at a preschool in order to be a part of care-focused and positive child development. My energetic nature and skills in activity planning, giving direction and social engagement will bring greater nurturing to your school.”

If you’d like further information about the nuance of professional summaries and objective statements, JobHero has an in-depth guide that will give you all the tools you need to make sure that your resume begins well.

Should I include a cover letter with my child care resume?

Even if it’s not requested for the job, it’s always a good idea to include a cover letter when you submit your resume as it shows your professionalism and attention to detail.

Not to mention, a cover letter gives you more space to discuss your child care skills and maybe tell a story about a successful child care position you had.

If you need to see some good examples, JobHero has a library of child care cover letters that you can use to draw inspiration and create your own solid letter.

Not to mention, we also have a step-by-step guide on how to write a cover letter that will give you all the tools you need to make sure your letter is on-point.

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Last edited by: Gabriela Barcenas, CPRW, Content Writer II - October 28, 2024

Gabriela Barcenas

Gabriela Barcenas

CPRW, Content Writer II

Gabriela is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and career adviser. With 10 years of digital media experience and five years of resume writing expertise, her publication history includes fashion, education, travel, social justice, equitable design and career advice.

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