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Job Description
Family Location:
90503
Summary:
A bit about us: We're a FUN-loving, tight-knit family of 3 who love our two small dogs and one parakeet. We both work full-time and want our daughter to have an engaging and responsible big sister/big brother type nanny. Our 12-year-old daughter likes playing Sharks and Minnows at the pool, Disneyland, going to the park, and playing make-believe with her dolls and stuffies. Like most pre-teens, she enjoys her screens, and we'd love to find a nanny who can naturally draw her into other activities, keep her active, and encourage a healthy balance without constant battles over screen time.
A bit about you:
You're a fun, playful nanny who isn't afraid to make messes! You're open to feedback, communicate well with parents, and have endless ideas for activities that don't involve the iPad. You're able to assist with 7th-grade homework and enjoy connecting with kids at this unique age and stage. You're the type of nanny who establishes trust, guides with patience and kindness, and is confident and consistent when boundaries need reinforcement. You understand that caring for a pre-teen requires a unique skill set—balancing growing independence with clear expectations, building connection through collaboration, and knowing when to give space and when to provide guidance.
Job Duties:
School/summer camp pick-ups (could walk for school/drive for summer camp), preparing a snack, homework help, play and activities, driving to activities and excursions like the beach or Disneyland, children's simple dinner prep, tidying only play-related messes during care hours, daily dog walking.
Position Highlights:
Guaranteed Hours W-2 payroll Longterm Outlook Fun-focused placement
Qualifications:
2+ years of childcare experience, fluent in English, Driver's License, comfortable driving our child in your personal vehicle, a clean driving record, college degree or in college, and basic cooking ability (such as heating up a frozen pizza or making a PB&J). Set yourself apart (Nice-to-Have): You are flexible to work some weeknights and weekends with prior notice. Experience working with middle-school-aged children in settings such as after-school programs, camps, coaching, or youth organizations is a plus. We'd especially love to hear from candidates who appreciate the humor, curiosity, and growing independence that make this age such a fun and rewarding stage to work with.
Schedule:
Mon-Fri (2:30-6:30p) •We can offer some flexibility in the summer and provide additional hours if desired. Starts ASAP!
Pay:
$23-$27 an hour •All applicants must first interview with a Jovie specialist. Qualifying applicants will meet the family prior to being hired.
About Jovie:
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 W-2
Payroll Job Certifications:
Clean Driving Record Drivers License First Aid and CPR High School Diploma or GED Minimum age 17.5 years
Qualifications:
High School Diploma, 2+ years of childcare experience
