Special Needs Sitter- Santa Clara

Position Type: Part Time

Position Location: Burlingame, CA

Office: Jovie of San Mateo

Job Description:

  • Compensation:
    • Competitive pay wage of $20 to $24 per hour, plus an additional $3 per hour for each additional sibling


    Our most fulfilling positions work with amazing children from multiple families! Join our Respite Care Team and make a difference in the lives of children and teens who have special needs! As an approved respite provider for children with special needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy, we seek to grow our Respite Care Team. Many children are awaiting engagement from a caring and patient role model. Are you the person who makes that connection? Text NANNY to 206-752-6917 to apply and schedule your interview in under 3 minutes.

    We are currently seeking nannies and babysitters for assignments with our pre-screened families in Sunnyvale and surrounding areas:
    • Weekly placements with consistent families (weekday afternoons and/or evenings)
    • Weekly weekend placements with consistent families (typically 4-hour shifts; work up to 2 shifts per day for more hours)
    • Occasional shifts with varied families (weekday or weekend afternoons and early evenings)—work just when you want to, self-selecting open assignments from our My Jovie App


    About you:
    • An engaging, creative, child-focused individual who is willing to have fun, play, read, do arts and crafts, and similar activities in families' homes
    • Childcare or nanny experience preferred
    • Special needs experience in any capacity is an absolute plus. We are looking for time spent with siblings, friends, or volunteering.
    • Childcare references from paid or unpaid experiences
    • Part-time or Full-time schedules with availability for 4-hour shifts between 12 pm-8 pm weekdays or 8 am – 6 pm on weekends
    • Reliable and insured transportation is required to travel to various family homes
    • A cell phone with data to accept and record assignments


    About us:
    For more than 20 years, Jovie Nannies + Sitters has been a trusted partner for parents seeking childcare solutions from full or part-time nannies to fun-filled sitters to on-call backup childcare. Join us if you're ready for a rewarding journey! Jovie is all about community and purpose, providing nannies and sitters with training, resources, and support to boost their childcare skills and confidence. Jovie provides equal employment opportunities to all – we celebrate diversity! 🌈

    Working Conditions and Requirements:
    • The work environment will be active, kid-centric, and include clean-up of activities
    • Part of each day may be spent outside, weather permitting, and will be active play
    • Essential Physical Requirements:
    • Position involves regular lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, and pushing
    • Must be able to lift 35 pounds safely
    • Must be able to get up from and down to the floor numerous times throughout the day
    • Will need to be able to react quickly to certain situations
    • May need to react to emergent situations in a calm, effective and safe manner


    Real Life Reviews:
    “One of the best environments and people groups that I have ever worked for.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Google
    “Jovie has great management and safe families.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Indeed
    “This job has been a godsend as it got my foot in the door in the childcare industry and has sustained me living on my own.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Glassdoor

    Text NANNY to 206-752-6917 to apply and schedule your interview in under 3 minutes.

  • Job Benefits:

    • Earn Reward points for gift cards to Target, Door Dash, Lululemon, Starbucks and more through family feedback, taking last minute shifts, on-time arrival, and special contests.
    • Employer-sponsored CPR/First Aid
    • Regular wage increases
    • Support from our experienced staffing team who works to get you all the hours you need! Or view our calendar of open assignments and self-select the jobs you want
    • Support, mentorship, team atmosphere, and engaged leadership
    • Vetted families who value the professional care that comes from a professional placement agency
    • Work within pre-determined locations and with favorite families
    • You’ll receive a Kid-Kit filled with age-appropriate activities and games that you will bring to childcare assignments

    Job Certifications:

    • First Aid and CPR
    • High School Diploma or GED

Salary: 20-24/Hourly

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 1 + year