West Metro Sitter
Jovie, Excelsior, MN, United States
Jovie is looking for experienced caregivers to help provide care to our local families on the evenings and weekends. The flexible babysitting gig would be 3+ hours during the days of Friday through Sunday and the times of 4pm–Midnight. Care would possibly include making and providing meals, engaging in activities such as arts and crafts, board/card games, baking, outdoor play, bedtime routine, and staying with the children until the parents arrive home. Have fun babysitting in a family home while making extra cash!
Compensation + Benefits
Hourly wage starts at $16–$18
Flexibility to work around a school schedule if you are a student, or other gigs if you are a gig economy worker or on call at your current position
Ability to start with just a few days per week if needed due to other commitments
Paid training + professional development (including CPR/First Aid certification and additional childcare training).
Work within 15–20 miles of your home
Communicate directly with your manager to learn new skills and meet new families. We're here for you.
What We Look For
You will be able to provide 3 references, 2 must be from working with children
Personal experience is important! If you're a big sister/brother and have taken care of your younger siblings for many years, this could be considered great experience to work with us
You have relatable childcare experience (special needs experience a plus) and the desire to work one‑on‑one with children in their home, putting safety above all else
You have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license
You’re already CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to be
You are available to work at least 2 shifts per week (Friday through Sunday from the hours of 4p–Midnight)
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
Safety and COVID‑19 Guidelines
We expect all employees to follow CDC guidelines and ensure best hygiene practices when working and in their personal time. This family is following these recommended guidelines cautiously and conservatively and expects the caregiver to do the same to keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible.
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Compensation + Benefits
Hourly wage starts at $16–$18
Flexibility to work around a school schedule if you are a student, or other gigs if you are a gig economy worker or on call at your current position
Ability to start with just a few days per week if needed due to other commitments
Paid training + professional development (including CPR/First Aid certification and additional childcare training).
Work within 15–20 miles of your home
Communicate directly with your manager to learn new skills and meet new families. We're here for you.
What We Look For
You will be able to provide 3 references, 2 must be from working with children
Personal experience is important! If you're a big sister/brother and have taken care of your younger siblings for many years, this could be considered great experience to work with us
You have relatable childcare experience (special needs experience a plus) and the desire to work one‑on‑one with children in their home, putting safety above all else
You have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license
You’re already CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to be
You are available to work at least 2 shifts per week (Friday through Sunday from the hours of 4p–Midnight)
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
Safety and COVID‑19 Guidelines
We expect all employees to follow CDC guidelines and ensure best hygiene practices when working and in their personal time. This family is following these recommended guidelines cautiously and conservatively and expects the caregiver to do the same to keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible.
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