North Suburb Sitter

Jovie of Chicago; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Telehealth

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Health Club

Pay Increases

Onboarding Bonus

$15 bonus per shift in some North Subr

Job summary

Jovie of Chicago is seeking reliable babysitters for daytime shifts across multiple Illinois suburbs. Join a purpose‑driven childcare community with flexible part‑time or full‑time options, where you’re supported by a dedicated management team and paid as a W2 employee.

Caring for children from 6 weeks to 13 years, you’ll create engaging activities, maintain a safe environment, assist with light cleanup, and collaborate with diverse families.

Qualifications

• 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!).

Responsibilities

• 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!

Skills

Childcare experience

Infant experience

Reliable and communicative

Spanish-speaking (a plus)

Job description

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– $18–$22/hr based on experience, availability, 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– Childcare guidance, Special event care
• 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!)

Join a purpose‑driven childcare community that supports you just as much as the families you serve.

Are you at least 18 years old or older?*

Are you legally eligible to work in the US?*

Do you have at least 2 FULL days of availability Monday-Friday, 7am-7pm?*

How long do you envision working with us?*

Do you have your own vehicle, or would you be using Public Transport? Own Vehicle Public Transport Other*

What zip code are you living in?*

What is your background working with children? What ages?*

Are you comfortable working with multiple families to fill your schedule?*

Our competitive pay ranges are between $17-22/hr, depending on experience, availability, and qualifications. Are you comfortable with this range?*

If not comfortable with this range, what are you looking for in terms of an hourly wage?*

Are you looking for a summer only position?*

Are you able to provide at least 3 references? We require 2 childcare references (can be family, non-parents) and 1 non-family character reference.*

Please Provide 3 References (We require 3 childcare references, 2 of which should be non family related and or 1 character reference from a non-family member. Include first name, last name, relationship, phone number, and email for each.)*