Respite Care Provider

Job Description:

• Compensation:
  
  • Hourly wage: $18-20 per hour
  
  
  Do you love working with kids and making a difference in their lives? We’re looking for reliable, caring, and energetic Respite care nannies to join our team! This is a wonderful opportunity to gain hands-on childcare experience while enjoying a flexible schedule that works for you.
  
  You focus on creating meaningful connections and fun experiences with children. We provide the support of a caring team and amazing opportunities to make a difference.
  
  When you’re a child’s caregiver, you’re not just supervising, you’re inspiring them with the very best of you.
  
  You’ll get to:
  

  • Be a Role Model – Change a mood with a smile. Bring calm to chaos. Show children how it’s done.
  • Be Playful – You get to be a kid again while enjoying games, crafts, and adventures alongside them.
  • Be Helpful – Many parents are stretched thin balancing work, family, and responsibilities. You’ll help lift that load.
  • Be Adventurous – Rediscover the world through a child’s eyes while encouraging curiosity and joy.
  • Be in Charge – Manage safety, provide structure, and create fulfilling days that make a lasting impact.

  
  
  Compensation + Benefits:

  • Paid training + professional development
  • All work within 15–20 miles of your home

  
  

  
  

  About You:
  

  • Able to provide 3 references: 2 non-family childcare-related (paid or unpaid) and 1 character reference
  • At least 1 year of childcare experience (special needs experience a plus!)
  • Compassionate, reliable, and safety-focused
  • Minimum age: 18 years old
  • Reliable vehicle + valid driver’s license
  • CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain—we’ll reimburse you!)
  • Available for shifts of at least 4 hours (evenings are often requested more than mornings)
  • Comfortable working with children ages 6 months–12+ years
  • Must be able to lift 35 lbs, be active, and react quickly to ensure child safety

  
  

  
  

  Working Conditions & Requirements:
  

  • Active, kid-centered environment including play, activities, and clean-up
  • Some time spent outdoors, weather permitting
  • Involves lifting, bending, squatting, and frequent movement throughout the day
  • Ability to remain calm and effective in emergent situations

  
  

  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! 🌈
  
  Real Life Reviews:
  “One of the best environments and people-group 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
  
  Working Conditions and Requirements:

  • Work environment will be active, kid-centric and includes 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 

  
  

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

  
  
  So, apply today! Let’s talk about your schedule, your skills, and your next opportunity to make a difference.
  
  
  

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
• Regular wage increases
• Support, mentorship, team atmosphere, and engaged leadership
• You’ll receive a Kid-Kit filled with age-appropriate activities and games that you will bring to childcare assignments

Job Certifications:

Salary: 18-20/

Education: High School Graduate

Experience: 1 year