Love kids? Want a meaningful role and work-life balance? If babysitting feels more like fun than work, Jovie is the place for you. At Jovie, we connect great caregivers with pre‑screened families who value reliable, joyful childcare. Whether you're looking for part‑time flexibility or steady hours, you'll be supported every step of the way. We're hiring PT and FT sitters that can work in some of the following areas for daytime jobs! Highland Park, Buffalo Grove, Deerfield, Fox Lake, Lake Forest, Grayslake, Vernon Hills, Gurnee, Lincolnshire, Mundelein, Glenview, Northbrook, Park Ridge, Winnetka, Wilmette, and Evanston. Why Caregivers Love Working with Jovie ✅ Competitive Pay
- starting $19/hr, based on experience, availability for shifts, and work areas ✅ Flexible Schedules
- Work full‑time or part‑time, choose your workdays ✅ Support You Can Count On
- Dedicated management team on-call 24/7 ✅ Growth Opportunities
- 30 guaranteed hours/week positions available, pending initial performance ✅ Employee Status
- Legal W2 employee with biweekly direct deposit pay ✅ Perks & Bonuses , including:
- Free Telehealth access
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounted health club membership
- Pay increases & onboarding bonuses
- $15 bonus per shift in some North Suburb zip codes: Deerfield 60015, Highland Park 60035, Vernon Hills 60061, Wilmette 60091, Lincolnshire 60069, Buffalo Grove 60089, Evanston 60202 What You'll Be Doing
- Caring for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years (based on your experience)
- Creating fun, engaging activities — crafts, games, and imaginative play
- Ensuring a safe, nurturing environment
- Helping with light clean‑up after meals and playtime
- Working with a variety of families — no two days are the same! You'll Thrive in This Role If You
- Truly enjoy spending time with children
- Can engage confidently with infants, toddlers, and kids
- Build trust quickly with both children and parents
- Are reliable, communicative, and caring
- Spanish‑speaking is a plus! Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Prior childcare experience (infant experience preferred)
- At least 1 full weekday available Monday-Friday
- Driver's License and reliable vehicle
- Ability to pass a background check
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain — we help!
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Who We Are:
Jovie is a purpose-driven community built around great caregivers and the families they support. With more than 20 years of experience, we provide nanny and sitter services across 37 states and nearly 200 locations nationwide. Our Chicagoland team is small, mighty, and women-led—and we're looking for passionate, reliable sitters to join us. If you love working with kids and want a flexible role that fits your schedule, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Jovie team!
Job Benefits:
Free telehealth benefit enrollment as well as health club and AAA discounts Regular Paychecks
- No need to worry about asking to be paid or filing paperwor Safe, Vetted families
- Every family is screened for your safety Tuition reimbursement
Job Certifications:
Qualifications:
High School, 1 year