Nanny - Flexible Hours

Role overview

Jovie is looking for an experienced nanny who is upbeat, warm, and comfortable caring for babies and toddlers in different family homes. The position involves supporting parents while they are at work, with most schedules falling on Monday through Friday during standard daytime hours. This opportunity is well suited to someone who already has childcare experience through babysitting, nanny work, daycare, preschool, church nursery, or similar settings.

Compensation

• Hourly pay ranges from $20 to $22.
• Overtime is paid at $30 to $33 per hour.
• Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.

What you'll do

You will spend your time engaging young children in a safe, active, and nurturing environment. Typical activities include playtime, reading, arts and crafts, and other age-appropriate activities in the family's home. The role also includes keeping parents informed, working well with coworkers, and helping maintain an organized childcare setting.

Candidate profile

• You should genuinely enjoy working with children and bring a creative, playful, child-centered approach.
• Strong communication with parents and team members is important.
• You need to be available at least five days a week for shifts of 6 to 9 hours between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
• You must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license to travel to assignments.
• You need at least 1 year of hands-on infant care experience.
• You should be able to share 3 references: 2 related to work with children, whether paid or unpaid, and 1 personal character reference.
• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Reliability and dependability are essential for success in this role.

Job certifications and education

• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.

Work environment and physical demands

• The role is active and child-focused, and you should expect to clean up after activities.
• Time outdoors may be part of the day when weather permits, with active play included.
• The job involves regular lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, and pushing.
• You must be able to lift up to 35 pounds safely.
• You should be able to get up from the floor and return to the floor repeatedly throughout the day.
• Quick reaction to changing situations is important.
• You may need to respond to urgent situations calmly, effectively, and safely.

Benefits and support

• You can earn reward points that may be redeemed for gift cards from brands such as Target, DoorDash, Lululemon, and Starbucks through family feedback, last-minute shifts, punctuality, and contests.
• Employer-sponsored CPR/First Aid and California Trustline support are included.
• There are opportunities to grow in childcare and be considered first for consistent nanny placements.
• Benefits include a health care stipend, PTO, paid holidays, and retirement savings matching.
• Pay is handled legally through biweekly direct deposit, with accrued sick time and workers' compensation insurance.
• You can meet new families and receive repeat or requested assignments.
• The My Jovie app helps you manage your schedule and keep assignment details organized.
• There are overtime opportunities, paid training, professional development, and periodic wage increases.
• You will have support from an experienced staffing team, access to open assignments, mentorship, a team-oriented atmosphere, and engaged leadership.
• Families are carefully screened, and the placement is with professional households that value quality childcare.
• Assignments are limited to predetermined locations and may include preferred families.
• You will receive a Kid-Kit with age-appropriate activities and games to bring to assignments.

About the employer

For more than 20 years, Jovie Nannies + Sitters has supported families with childcare solutions ranging from full-time and part-time nannies to backup care and sitters. The organization emphasizes community, purpose, training, resources, and ongoing support for childcare professionals, and it follows equal employment opportunity practices with a commitment to diversity.

Additional information

This role is described as a good fit for someone seeking steady childcare work with flexibility, structure, and ongoing placement opportunities. Most assignments are scheduled on weekdays during traditional working hours.