Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play. Excludes “Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education” (25-2011) and “Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education” (25-9042). 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 2.6% Openings Per Year 2,407
Wages	Median Hourly $17 per hour Average Annual $36,920 per year
Education Needed	These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Education Available in Washington	Child Care Provider/Assistant Child Development
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