Volunteer Childcare

Position Overview

The Volunteer Childcare Team Member plays a vital role in Circles Cobb’s mission by providing a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children during our weekly Tuesday evening Circles meetings. By caring for children, this role allows parents to fully participate in coaching, goal-setting, and community-building—critical steps on their journey from poverty to long-term financial stability.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who love working with children, value building in our community, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in Cobb County.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate activities during weekly Circles meetings
• Help create a warm, safe, and inclusive environment where children feel cared for and supported
• Work collaboratively with other childcare volunteers and staff
• Follow all Circles Cobb child safety, protection, and supervision guidelines
• Assist with light setup and cleanup of childcare space as needed

Time Commitment

• Minimum commitment: Two Tuesday evenings per month
• Schedule: Tuesdays from 5:30–9:00 pm
• Location: In-person in Austell, GA

✨ Dinner is provided on the evenings you volunteer.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children and supporting families
• Dependable, patient, and nurturing
• Able to follow safety protocols and work as part of a team
• Prior experience with children (parenting, babysitting, teaching, childcare, youth ministry, etc.) is helpful but not required

Requirements

• Background check required
• Mandatory child safety and protection training required (provided by Circles Cobb)

Why This Role Matters

By caring for children during Circles meetings, you are directly supporting parents as they build skills, confidence, and stability. Your presence helps remove a major barrier for families and plays a key role in helping them move from poverty to lasting financial independence.