Seeking a regular weekend babysitter for non-verbal special needs child

Sittercity; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Sittercity is helping a family in Renton, WA find a long-term babysitter for a 7-year-old with SYNGAP-1. Start is ideal around mid-October. Weekend hours are roughly 10am–6pm, with weekday availability a plus.

Experience with special needs children is preferred, but a willingness to learn and empathy are most important. You’ll work as a team with Mom and Dad, including light meal prep and light housekeeping. Role requires driving (parent’s car or yours) and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with special needs children.
• Experience with SYNGAP-1 or autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Snacks/Meals.
• Light housekeeping.
• Toilet training.
• Light laundry.
• Driving the Kids.

Skills

Own car

Pet friendly

Special needs experience

Job description

We're looking for a long-term babysitter for a 7-year-old child who SYNGAP-1, a genetic disorder which includes non-verbal autism and intellectual/developmental delays. Out current babysitter is retiring mid-October; we'd ideally have someone starting then, with regular weekend hours being roughly 10am to 6pm (though we can discuss the specifics). Weekday availability great, not expected. Experience with special needs children is preferred, but a willingness to learn and an empathetic heart is more important. You'll be working as a team with Mom and Dad. This role would also include light meal prep, light housekeeping, and driving (either a parent's car or yours), so a license is required.

Requirements

• Sitter has own car
• Comfortable with pets
• Special needs experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare Snacks/Meals
• Light housekeeping
• Toilet training
• Light laundry
• Driving the Kids