Summer Babysitter Needed - Starting $16-16.25/hr

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  • Now Hiring: Summer Babysitters - Weekday Hours

    Pay Rate: Starting at $16.00–16.25/hr + Gas Reimbursement

    Make a difference this summer while earning steady income and building childcare experience. Jovie of San Antonio is hiring seasonal summer sitters to support local families during their busiest months. If you’ve worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, nanny, daycare assistant, or you’re a teacher on summer break, this is a great way to put your skills to work.

    What You’ll Do
    • Provide in‑home care for children ages 1–13Lead fun, age‑appropriate summer activities

    • Support routines: meals, naps, playtime, bedtime
    • Prepare snacks and simple meals
    • Transport children safely when needed
    • Maintain a safe, positive environment
    • Clean up after any activities, meals, or play time


    Why You’ll Love a Summer Role

    • Choose two consistent weekdays you're available that fit your summer schedule
    • Great pay: $16–16.25/hr, paid bi‑weekly
    • Gas reimbursement for eligible drives
    • Work with a supportive local team
    • Every shift brings new families and fun experiences
    • Perfect for students, teachers, and anyone wanting meaningful summer work
    • Seasonal Availability
    • Must be available two weekdays between 7AM–7PM
    • Typical weekly hours: 5–20 hrs
    • Assignments matched within 30 miles of your home


    Requirements

    • 1+ year of childcare experience, which may include nannying, babysitting for non‑family clients, daycare, church nursery, camps, or similar roles
    • Family experience is welcome as additional background, but applicants must also have experience caring for children outside their own family
    • 2–3 childcare references, which may include a mix of professional and family references
    • CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain
    • Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation
    • Must be 18+

    Compensation & Benefits

    • Starting pay: $16/hr
    • W‑2 employment
    • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance for eligible employees
    • Sick pay
    • Rewards program with gift card incentives
    • Bi‑annual raises based on performance


    About us:

    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 Nannies + Sitters 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!





  • Shift: Day Shift - Mon-Fri, anytime between 7AM-7PM (1-2 Day Availability Requirement)

    • Job Benefits:

    • Dental Insurance (IF FULL TIME)
    • Life Insurance (IF FULL TIME)
    • Vision Insurance (IF FULL TIME)

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