Full-time Mother’s Helper in Ladera Ranch, CA

Job Description:

• Location: 

  • 92694

  
  

  
  Helping a hands-on mom with an infant (7 months) and a 6-year-old who keeps life interesting!
  
  Please note: Valid driver's license, CPR certification (or willingness), comfort around dogs, and NDA are requirements for this position.
  
  A Little About Us
  
  We're a busy, loving family of four in Ladera Ranch — and life right now is full in the best possible way. A curious 6-year-old who never runs out of questions. A baby who is currently discovering that hands are fascinating. A mom who is present, involved, and genuinely trying to do it all — and just needs a great person in her corner.
  
  That's where you come in.
  
  We're not looking for someone to take over. We're looking for someone who fits naturally into the rhythm of our home, genuinely loves being around kids, and finds real satisfaction in making a household feel calm and cared for.
  
  Oh — and we have a small dog who will immediately consider you her best friend.
  
  What Your Days Will Look Like
  
  Some days you're on the floor building Legos with our 6-year-old or doing art projects at the kitchen table. Some days you're helping soothe the baby through a fussy afternoon while Mom gets a moment to breathe. And sometimes, when the kids are settled or napping, you're folding laundry, tidying a play space, or just helping the house feel like itself again.
  
  It's not glamorous every minute — but if you're the right person, you already know that. And you love it anyway.
  
  Specific things you'd help with:
  
  Creative play, reading, outdoor time, and activities with our 6-year-old
  
  Infant care alongside Mom — feeding, soothing, tummy time, nap routines
  
  Light household tasks: laundry, tidying, keeping kids' spaces organized
  
  Being a calm, joyful presence that makes everyone's day a little easier
  
  Schedule Options:
  
  Tuesday–Saturday: Hours TBD
  
  Fridays and Saturdays require a later start and end time.
  
  Schedules are set in advance. Changes are rare and communicated clearly.
  
  We can discuss hours and are flexible, offering a full-time or part-time position.
  
  Travel With Our Family
  
  We travel 2–3 times per year and would love someone who is open to joining us.
  
  When traveling, you can expect:
  
  - To be treated as a professional member of the household team
  
  - Clear expectations and communication
  
  - Private accommodations and respected downtime
  
  A valid passport (or willingness to obtain one) is required.
  
  The Kind of Person We're Hoping to Find
  
  You're warm but not chaotic. You're proactive without being pushy. You notice what needs to be done and just do it — not because you were told to, but because you take pride in it.
  
  You're great with babies and with bigger kids. You communicate openly, show up when you say you will, and treat our home and our kids like they matter — because to you, they genuinely do.
  
  Experience with infants specifically is really important to us. If you have that, tell us about it.
  
  What We Offer
  
  $25–$35/hour, depending on experience and fit
  
  Guaranteed hours
  
  Paid time off and paid holidays
  
  A long-term role for the right person
  
  A home where you'll be respected, appreciated, and treated like the professional you are
  
  One Thing We'd Love You to Answer
  
  Tell us about a time you were in someone's home caring for their kids and noticed something that needed attention — something nobody asked you to handle. What did you see, what did you do, and what made you decide to step up?
  
  We ask this because it tells us everything a résumé can't. There's no wrong answer — just be honest and specific.
  
  We know the right person is out there. If you read this and thought 'that sounds like me' — please reach out. We'd genuinely love to meet you.

  
  

  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.
  
  
  

Job Benefits:

• Guaranteed Hours
• Long-Term Outlook
• Major Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Job Certifications:

• Clean Driving Record
• Drivers License
• First Aid and CPR
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age 17.5 years

Salary: -/

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 3–5+ years professional childcare experience (infant through early childhood)