Occasional Babysitter

Helpr; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Helpr is seeking an Occasional Babysitter in Encinitas, CA 92024 to provide backup care for an active infant. The role involves intermittent weekday care, typically 8:30 AM–4:00 PM, with no guaranteed hours. Start date is November 25, 2026, and the position is ongoing as-needed work.

Responsibilities include feeding, diapering, nap time facilitation, and bottle sanitation. Applicants must have 3+ years of paid infant care, CPR certification or willingness to obtain it, and be legally eligible to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of paid professional infant care experience.
• CPR certified, or willing to become certified.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to provide 2 childcare-related references from a professional setting.
• Able to successfully clear a background and social media screening.
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record.
• Reliable vehicle to transport child for emergencies (car seat provided).
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Bottle and solid feeding.
• Diaper changing.
• Facilitating nap times.
• Washing and sanitizing bottles.

Skills

Infant care experience

Spanish (bonus)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Job description

Occasional Babysitter

Department: Care Finder

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Encinitas, CA

Compensation: $32.00 / hour

Description

We’re currently looking for an Occasional Babysitter in Encinitas, CA 92024

A lovely family in the Village Park area seeks an occasional babysitter for their active and happy 7.5 month old to start Wednesday, November 25th. The family needs intermittent backup care on weekdays from 8:30 AM–4:00 PM when their child is unable to attend daycare due to a common cold, low-grade fever, or scheduled daycare closures. The family can generally provide 1–2 weeks’ notice for scheduled daycare closures and 12–24 hours’ notice for sick care. Those applying do not need to be available for all of the family’s requests, but should understand that there are no guaranteed hours for this position.

• Start date: November 25, 2026
• Length of Position: Ongoing
• Schedule: Intermittent care – No guaranteed hours
• Typical needs: Weekdays, 8:30AM–4PM
• Compensation: $32 per hour

Upcoming days care is needed:

• Wednesday, November 25, 8:30AM–4PM

Responsibilities

• Bottle + solid feeding
• Diaper changing
• Facilitating nap times
• Washing/sanitizing bottles

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of paid professional infant care experience
• CPR certified, or willing to become certified
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Able to provide 2 childcare-related references from a professional setting
• Able to successfully clear a background and social media screening
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record
• Reliable vehicle to transport child for emergencies (car seat will be provided by family)
• Spanish speaking is a plus

Compensation

This position pays $32 per hour, and the family is looking for intermittent care, as needed.

• Flexible schedule - work when you are available
• No guaranteed weekly or monthly hours