As used in this article, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed herein unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
(i) "Child care service" means any school, business or volunteer service that is:
1. Licensed by the state to perform child care; or
2. Involves the care, instruction or guidance of minor children where a fee is charged for the care, instruction, guidance or participation of a child in the program or activity offered by the school, business or service; or
Any public school.
"Child care service employer" means every person, firm, association, partnership, or corporation offering or conducting a child care service.
"Applicant" means any person who is being considered for employment or as a volunteer by a child care service employer.
"Convicted" means an adjudication of guilt or a plea of nolo contendere.
"Sex offense" shall have the meaning ascribed in Section 45-33-23.