Back Up Nanny

About Jovie and the Role

Jovie, located in Newcastle, WA, engages multiple families by providing flexible, engaging, and fun childcare. This role is ideal for those with previous childcare experience—including babysitters, daycare workers, nannies, church nursery volunteers, retired teachers, or teaching professionals—seeking part-time or full-time work in a smaller, adaptable environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home child care without the responsibility of transporting children.
• Maintain clean and safe play environments by tidying up activities or meals you facilitate.
• Care for children ranging from infants to toddlers, with a particular focus on those under 2 years old.
• Engage children through hands-on age-appropriate activities that encourage development and safety.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay between $20 and $25.
• Paid training and supply of a nanny kit containing age-suitable activities and games.
• Full-time benefits include medical stipends, paid vacation and holidays, student loan repayment matching, and retirement savings matching funds.
• Opportunities for bonuses based on excellent feedback and contests offering gift cards and extra cash.

Candidate Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience with children, whether paid or voluntary, is required, with mandatory experience caring for infants.
• Reliable transportation and availability to travel to multiple homes in the area.
• Availability for at least 4 days a week, working shifts of 6 to 8 hours between 7 AM and 7 PM.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, friendly attitude toward families and supervisors.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Work environment is dynamic, child-focused, and involves some cleanup of activities.
• Time outdoors engaging in active play is expected when weather permits.
• Physical activities include regular lifting (up to 35 pounds), bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, and the ability to frequently move from floor level positions.
• Responsiveness and calm, effective reactions to emergency situations are necessary.