Job Description

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

• Consistent placements with families (weekday daytime, afternoons, and/or evenings)
• Weekend shifts with consistent families (typically 4-hour shifts; option to work up to 2 shifts per day for more hours)
• Flexible “on-call” shifts with varied families—work when you want by self-selecting open assignments through our My Jovie App

Looking for a flexible, rewarding seasonal opportunity working with kids? Join our team as a Seasonal Summer Sitter and make a difference in the lives of children and families!

We’re looking for engaging, creative, and child-focused individuals who enjoy play, reading, arts & crafts, outdoor activities, and hands-on fun in family homes. This is a great opportunity for those with open daytime availability and a desire to gain meaningful childcare experience.

What We’re Looking For:

• Childcare or nanny experience preferred
• Special needs experience in any capacity is a big plus (siblings, volunteering, friends, etc.)
• Childcare references from paid or unpaid experience
• Availability for part-time or full-time schedules, with 4-hour shifts between:
  • Weekdays: 12 pm – 8 pm (daytime availability highly preferred)
  • Weekends: 8 am – 6 pm
• Reliable and insured transportation to travel to various family homes
• Cell phone with data to accept and manage assignments

Working Conditions & Requirements:

• Active, kid-centric environment including play, activities, and clean-up
• Time spent outdoors, weather permitting (parks, walks, backyard play, etc.)
• Fast-paced, engaging environment supporting children’s needs

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Regular lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, and pushing
• Ability to lift 35 pounds safely
• Ability to get up and down from the floor frequently
• Ability to react quickly to various situations
• Ability to respond to emergent situations calmly, safely, and effectively

Our most fulfilling roles involve working with amazing children from multiple families! Join our Respite Care Team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and teens with special needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Many families need extra support during this time—this is your chance to step in as a positive and caring role model.

Are you the connection they’re waiting for?
Text NANNY to 206-752-6917 to apply and schedule your interview in under 3 minutes.

About Us:
For more than 20 years, Jovie Nannies + Sitters has been a trusted partner for families seeking reliable childcare—from full- and part-time nannies to flexible, on-call sitters. Join us for a rewarding, flexible seasonal opportunity !

At Jovie, we’re all about community and purpose. We provide our caregivers with training, resources, and ongoing support to help you grow your skills and confidence. Jovie is proud to be an equal opportunity employer—we celebrate diversity and inclusion.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Weekday work

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