Backup Child Caregiver – Flexible Hours & Weekly Pay

Care Com; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full-service support

Sick and vacation time

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Care.com is seeking a Caregiver to join the CareBenefits team to provide safe, nurturing childcare in families' homes. You’ll be placed in jobs based on experience, location and availability, delivering a consistent level of care across multiple families.

Responsibilities include home-based care for children in ~8-hour shifts, adherence to family schedules, and light household duties, with a focus on safety and engagement. Compensation varies by location and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Minimum of 1 weekday availability to work (at least 8 consecutive hours between 6am-8pm).
• Related childcare experience.
• Reliable transportation to reach families’ homes and ability to travel up to 15 miles from your home.
• CPR/First Aid certification required prior to start date (will provide reimbursement for certification).
• Familiarity and ability to use app-based products and electronic devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Intro Calls with each family you're booked with.
• Care for children in their homes, typically an 8-hour day.
• Abide by and follow the schedule and rules set forth by parents.
• Perform household duties relating to the care you provide; i.e. cleaning up after meals, doing dishes, and cleaning up after activities.

Skills

Childcare experience

English communication

CPR/First Aid certified

Reliable transportation

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

App-based tools familiarity

Availability (1 weekday)

18+ years old

Travel up to 15 miles

Job description

Care.com is seeking a Caregiver to join the CareBenefits team to provide safe, nurturing childcare in families' homes. You’ll be placed in jobs based on experience, location and availability, delivering a consistent level of care across multiple families.

Responsibilities include home-based care for children in ~8-hour shifts, adherence to family schedules, and light household duties, with a focus on safety and engagement. Compensation varies by location and experience.