On-Call Childcare Opportunities | Pittsburgh, PA

East Wind Nannies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

W-2 employment

Workers compensation protection

Flexible shifts

Job summary

East Wind Nannies is seeking college students for on-call childcare opportunities in Pittsburgh, PA. You choose the shifts you want and build childcare experience while earning $18–$25 per hour, with potential $21+ per hour for high-demand slots.

The role emphasizes flexibility, reliability, and safe, engaging activities for 1-3 children. Ideal candidates are organized, have childcare experience, and want a schedule that fits around classes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent childcare experience, with at least 2 years as a professional nanny.
• Experience working with non-family clients and varied ages.
• Ability to create engaging activities and supervise children safely.

Responsibilities

• Keep kids safe, engaged, and having fun during shifts.
• Play games, read stories, and lead crafts and activities.
• Adapt to different families and age groups while maintaining reliability.

Skills

Responsible

Friendly

Strong communication

Supervising children

Job description

On-Call Childcare Opportunities | Pittsburgh, PA

Skip the coffee shop. Skip the retail shift.
Get paid$21+/hour to build blanket forts, read stories, and make kids laugh on a schedule you choose.

COLLEGE STUDENTS - GET PAID TO PLAY

Flexible Nanny Jobs | Pittsburgh | $18-25/hour

Start Date: August 2026

WHO / WHAT

Need a job that works around your class schedule not the other way around?

East Wind Nannies is hiringcollege students who love kidsto join ourCaregiver Team. Our caregivers provide backup care for wonderful families throughout Pittsburgh and the best part isyou choose the shifts you want to work.

No fixed weekly schedule. No asking a manager for time off.
Justflexible work that fits your life.

This role is especially great for students studying:

• Education
• Psychology
• Nursing
• Social Work
• Child Development
• Or anyone who simply enjoys being around kids

It’s also a fantastic way to buildreal childcare experience for future careers.

HOW IT WORKS

Families post available shifts through our app andyou decide which ones to accept.

That means you can:

• Work around yourclass schedule
• Pick up shifts duringbreaks or lighter weeks
• Earn extra money when you need it
• Work with different families and age groups

You stay100% in control of your schedule.

PAY & PERKS

• $18 - 25/hour starting pay
• Overtime and bonus opportunities
• Choose the shifts you want
• W-2 employment (legal pay + proof of income)
• Direct depositli>
• Workers compensation protection (we’ve got your back)

Many students find this rolefar more flexible than retail or restaurant jobs.

WHAT SHIFTS LOOK LIKE

Most shifts involve caring for1-3 childrenand might include:

• Playing games
• Reading books
• Crafts and creative play
• Outdoor adventures
• Preparing simple snacks or meals

Your main job?Keep kids safe, engaged, and having fun while their parents work.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Our best caregivers are:

• Responsible and dependable
• Friendly, warm, and engaging
• Comfortable supervising children and leading activities
• Strong communicators

In 150 characters or fewer, tell us what makes you unique. Try to be creative and say something that will catch our eye! 150

We seek candidates who’ve had a minimum of 3 years of recent childcare experience, with at least 2 years as a professional nanny (meaning you’ve nannied for non-family members for 20-40 hours/week), or a teacher, therapist, behavior interventionist, or working in a childcare center. Do you have this experience?

Are you ready and willing to work the hours listed in the job description?

Do you have your own vehicle and a clean driving record?

Does your resume indicate your prior childcare experience? (If your answer is no, please update your resume to include childcare/nannying experience before applying). A resume that does not include childcare/nannying experience will automatically be declined.

Are you willing to be paid legally with taxes removed?