Childcare Workers
Automation risk
Low Risk (21-40%): Jobs in this level have a limited risk of automation, as they demand a mix of technical and human-centric skills.
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Growth
The number of 'Childcare Workers' job openings is expected to rise 6.5% by 2031
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due Sep 2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Childcare Workers' was $28,520, or $13.71 per hour
'Childcare Workers' were paid 38.4% lower than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2022 there were 459,460 people employed as Childcare Workers within the United States.
This represents around 0.31% of the employed workforce across the country.
Put another way, around 1 in 321 people are employed as Childcare Workers.
Job description
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.
SOC Code: 39-9011.00
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