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Nanny, Babysitter & Childcare Provider | $21–$23/hr

Position Type: Full Time

Position Location: Wilmington, Delaware

Office: Jovie of Philadelphia

Job Description:

  • Full-Time & Part-Time | Wilmington, DE & Surrounding Areas

    Wilmington, DE | New Castle County

    Love Working With Kids? Turn It Into a Job You’ll Love.

    If you have experience caring for children and want a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, professional support, and opportunities to grow, we'd love to meet you!

    Jovie is hiring dependable, engaging caregivers to work with local families throughout Wilmington and surrounding New Castle County communities.

    Whether your childcare experience comes from babysitting, daycare, schools, summer camps, youth programs, or caring for children in your community, your experience may be a great fit.

    Pay: $21.00–$23.00 per hour

    Opportunities Available

    • Full-Time
    • Monday–Friday
    • Assignments scheduled between 6:00 AM–8:00 PM
    • Part-Time
    • Flexible weekday opportunities based on your availability.
    • After-School: 2PM-10PM

    Many assignments are 6+ hours, allowing you to build meaningful weekly income without piecing together multiple short shifts.

    Why Work With Jovie?

    Competitive Pay
    • Earn $21–$23/hour while doing meaningful work with children.


    Flexible Scheduling

    • Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Tell us when you're available, and we'll work to connect you with opportunities that fit your schedule.


    We Find the Families

    • Skip constantly searching for your next babysitting or nanny job.
      Jovie connects you with screened local families who need childcare.


    Build Your Childcare Career

    • Gain experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children while strengthening your childcare resume.


    You're Part of a Team

    • Unlike working independently as a babysitter, you'll have a local management team available to provide guidance and support.


    Benefits & Perks


    • $21–$23/hour
    • Flexible scheduling
    • Paid Time Off
    • Referral bonuses
    • Travel incentives for qualifying assignments
    • Tips from families
    • Performance incentives and recognition
    • Professional childcare training
    • Semi-annual performance reviews with opportunities for raises
    • Health, Dental & Vision benefits for eligible full-time employees
    • Support from a dedicated local management team


    What You'll Do

    • Your day may include:
    • Providing safe, attentive care for children ages 6 weeks–13 years
    • Playing games, reading, doing crafts, and planning age-appropriate activities
    • Caring for infants and toddlers
    • Preparing simple meals and snacks
    • Supporting nap, feeding, homework, and bedtime routines
    • Playing outdoors and keeping children engaged
    • Tidying children's play and meal areas
    • Communicating professionally with parents
    • Creating a positive, safe, and fun environment for every child


    You May Already Have the Experience We're Looking For

    You don't need to have been a professional nanny to have valuable childcare experience.

    We encourage candidates with experience as a:

    • Babysitter • Nanny • Daycare Teacher • Daycare Aide • Preschool Teacher • Teacher Assistant • Paraprofessional • Camp Counselor • After-School Staff Member • Youth Program Staff • Coach • Tutor

    • College students studying Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Human Services, or related fields are also encouraged to apply.


    Regular, verifiable childcare experience may also be considered.


    What We're Looking For

    • Successful Jovie caregivers are:
    • Dependable and punctual
    • Patient and engaging
    • Comfortable working with different families and age groups
    • Professional communicators
    • Responsible and safety-conscious
    • Genuinely interested in working with children


    Requirements

    • Childcare or relevant transferable experience
    • Three childcare or professional references
    • Reliable transportation
    • Ability to travel to assignments within the service area
    • CPR & First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it
    • Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive background screening
    • Legally authorized to work in the United States
    • Reliable availability and communication


    Your Childcare Experience Can Take You Further

    Maybe you're looking for a flexible job while attending college.
    Maybe you love working with children but want a change from the daycare environment.
    Maybe you've been babysitting for years and are ready to turn that experience into consistent paid work.
    Or maybe you're already an experienced nanny looking for more opportunities.

    There's a place for you at Jovie.

    Bring your experience, personality, and love for children. We'll help connect you with families who need you.

    Apply Today

    Join Jovie and start making a difference for families throughout Wilmington and New Castle County.

    Work Location: In person; assignments throughout Wilmington and surrounding New Castle County communities


    Thank you for considering Jovie – the nation’s most complete resource for full-service nanny and professional babysitting services. Building Stronger Families®.

  • Job Benefits:

    • CPR/ First Aid Training
    • Education/ Certificate Opportunities
    • Holiday Bonuses
    • PTO
    • Resume Builder
    • Travel Incentive

    Job Certifications:

    • AED
    • CPR
    • First Aid

Salary: 21.00-23.00/Hourly

Education: HS Diploma

Experience: 1 years

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your childcare experience.

Must be 18 or older to apply.