Childcare Assistant Volunteer

Sheltering Grace Ministry (SGM)

Childcare Assistant Volunteer

Position Type: Volunteer (Non-Paid)

Program Area: Childcare & Family Support Services

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Schedule: Flexible (Minimum volunteer commitment required)

Reports To: Executive Director / Childcare Program Supervisor

Position Overview

The Childcare Assistant Volunteer at Sheltering Grace Ministry supports the daily operations of our faith-based childcare services. Volunteers assist in providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for infants and young children while serving mothers and families in crisis.

This is a non-paid volunteer position for individuals who have a heart to serve, enjoy working with children, and desire to support families through compassionate, faith-centered care.

Lunch will be provided each day the volunteer is scheduled to serve.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and care of infants and young children (ages 6 weeks to preschool)
• Support age-appropriate learning, play, and developmental activities
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing childcare environment
• Assist with feeding, diapering, and routine childcare needs as appropriate
• Support mothers participating in SGM programs during childcare hours
• Follow all SGM childcare policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality standards
• Assist with classroom organization, toy sanitization, and activity preparation
• Participate in daily devotionals and faith-based activities as scheduled
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Volunteer Experience & Growth

Volunteers will gain experience in:

• Childcare and early childhood support
• Faith-based and trauma-informed care
• Serving families in crisis within a nonprofit ministry setting
• Team collaboration and compassionate service

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Interest in childcare, family services, ministry, or community outreach
• Ability to work patiently and compassionately with infants and young children
• Willingness to complete a background screening and comply with child safety policies
• Commitment to SGM’s mission, values, and faith-based environment
• Reliable, respectful, and dependable

Volunteer Terms

• Volunteer / Non-Compensated Position
• Lunch provided on scheduled volunteer days
• Volunteer schedule and duration agreed upon in advance
• This role does not guarantee paid employment

Supervision & Support

Childcare Assistant Volunteers will receive:

• Orientation and on-site training
• Supervision from SGM leadership or childcare supervisor
• Ongoing guidance and support
• Volunteer service verification upon request

Mission Alignment

Sheltering Grace Ministry exists to provide safe housing, childcare, life skills, and spiritual support to pregnant and postpartum mothers in crisis. All volunteers are expected to uphold the mission, values, and faith-based principles of SGM while serving with compassion and integrity.