JOIN OUR TEAM
HELP CHILDREN THRIVE
At Owl House, our days are filled with the pure joy of watching young children explore their world. We are a tight-knit, supportive team that truly appreciates one another, and we work together to create a calm, beautiful sanctuary for children ages 13 months to 5 years.
Our environment is fun, deeply rewarding, and full of life, but it also requires high focus. The children rely on our undivided attention, so we maintain a low-chatter, intentional space where our eyes, ears, and hearts are entirely on the kids. If you love young children, crave a stable and deeply meaningful role, and thrive when you are fully engaged in your work, you will love being part of our family.
THE ROLE: CHILDCARE ASSISTANT (YEAR-ROUND)
Best for…
Someone children naturally gravitate toward. You love being immersed in nature through all seasons, you enjoy telling stories off the top of your head, and you find real satisfaction in the quiet rhythm of wholesome cooking and caring for a beautiful space. You have the rare patience to let a two-year-old "help" you, even when it slows everything down
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm
Pay
Competitive. Details shared during the initial screening.
Core Duties
Monitoring adventurous outdoor play including ziplines, tree climbing, and winter snow. Spontaneous storytelling and guiding children through conflict resolution. Preparing wholesome snacks and lunches, including weekly vegetable prep and serving. Keeping our space beautifully clean through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting, and kitchen and bathroom care. Holding a warm and welcoming presence for parents at drop-off and pickup, and logging daily updates in the Brightwheel app.
WHAT WE ASK
Long-Term Intent
A genuine desire to stay, bond with the children, and grow with our program for multiple years. This is not a seasonal or summer-only role.Reliability
Strict punctuality, excellent attendance, and a highly coachable, supportive team attitude.Safety
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, pass a comprehensive state criminal background check and fingerprinting, and hold or quickly obtain Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
CURRENT OPENINGS
Our team is currently complete, and we are not actively hiring. We still love connecting with dedicated caregivers. If you feel aligned with our mission and would like us to keep your application on file for future openings, we would be glad to hear from you.
ARE YOU UNDER 13?
We love having older siblings and Owl House alumni come back to help. Our Junior Helpers join us a little differently, with a parent or guardian signing on with them. Click here for our Junior Helper Form.