FT or PT Nanny

About the role

This position is for a nanny who can provide dependable childcare on a full-time or part-time basis in Los Gatos, California. The role is centered on supporting families with meaningful, engaging care that helps children thrive while making daily life easier for parents.

Compensation

• Base pay is set at $23 to $25 per hour.
• Overtime is compensated at $34.50 to $37.50 per hour.

Who this role is for

The opportunity is open to people who naturally connect with children and enjoy creating positive, playful experiences. Jovie welcomes experienced nannies, babysitters, daycare professionals, retired teachers, and others who love working with kids.

About the employer

Jovie Nannies + Sitters has supported families with childcare solutions for more than 20 years, including full-time and part-time nanny care, sitter services, and backup childcare. The organization emphasizes community, purpose, training, and ongoing support for childcare professionals, and it states that it provides equal employment opportunities and values diversity.

What the job involves

• Spend time with children through play, reading, arts and crafts, and other age-appropriate activities in the family home.
• Communicate clearly with parents and coordinate well with coworkers.
• Be available to work at least three days each week between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
• Use a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license for transportation when needed.
• Help with homework, including math and English work up to the 5th-grade level.
• Bring at least one year of regular childcare experience with infants and older children.
• Provide three references, including two child-related references and one personal character reference.
• Maintain a dependable schedule so families can count on consistent support.

Working environment

• The setting is active and child-focused, and it includes cleanup after activities.
• Time outdoors may be part of the day when weather allows, with plenty of active play.
• The work involves frequent bending, lifting, squatting, reaching, and pushing.
• You must be able to lift up to 35 pounds safely.
• You should be able to move between standing and floor-level activities several times during the day.
• You need to respond quickly when situations require it.
• You may need to handle urgent situations calmly, safely, and effectively.

Certifications and qualifications

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

Benefits and support

• Opportunity to earn reward points that can be redeemed for gift cards from brands such as Target, DoorDash, Lululemon, and Starbucks, based on family feedback, last-minute coverage, punctuality, and contests.
• Employer-paid CPR/First Aid and California TrustLine support.
• Chances to grow in the childcare field and be considered first for consistent nanny placements.
• Health care stipend, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement savings matching.
• Legally compliant pay with biweekly direct deposit, accrued sick time, and workers’ compensation insurance.
• Access to new families, repeated bookings, and requested assignments.
• A mobile app for scheduling and keeping assignment details organized.
• Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.
• Paid training and professional development.
• Regular wage increases.
• Support from a staffing team, plus the ability to view open assignments and self-select jobs.
• Mentorship, team culture, and responsive leadership.
• Vetted families who value professional childcare placements.
• Assignments are assigned within predetermined locations and with preferred families.
• A kid kit with age-appropriate activities and games for use on assignments.

Additional information

This role is offered as an on-call style childcare opportunity for people who want flexible family support work and a chance to build a career in the childcare field. The employer highlights teamwork, purpose, and the chance to make a positive difference in children’s lives.