18+ years of age
High school diploma or GED
Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification and Tuberculosis test (if you haven't had one in the last year)
Ability to pass a preemployment background check
So you need to be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and at times carrying children or objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.
Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.)
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.