Sitter (On-Call)

ampplacement; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

ampplacement is seeking a Corporate Sitter in Springfield, Virginia, for on-call childcare services. This flexible position allows you to set your own schedule, working frequently or occasionally as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in childcare and must be dependable, adaptable, and have reliable transportation. Responsibilities include providing safe childcare, engaging children in activities, and communicating with families.

Pay is $20 per hour, with a $75 activation bonus after three successful shifts.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of childcare experience.
• Experience with infants through school-age children.
• Reliable transportation (required).
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Comfortable with pets.
• Professional, dependable, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and safe childcare.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain a calm, structured environment.
• Communicate professionally with families.
• Adapt quickly to new home environments.

Skills

Childcare experience

Adaptability

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Dependability

Job description

Position Description

Corporate Sitter (On‑Call). Set your own schedule – work frequently or occasionally. Supported by The Mother’s Prayer Placement’s Backup Care Division.

Compensation & Bonus

Pay: $20 per hour. Activation bonus: $75 paid after completing your first three successful shifts.

Schedule & Availability

Peak work times: Monday–Friday, 8am–6pm. Non‑peak times: evenings and weekends.

Assignments may be same‑day, next‑day or short‑notice. When marked available you must be responsive, ready to accept assignments, and prepared to travel up to 45–60minutes.

What this role is best suited for

• Nannies between full‑time placements
• Babysitters looking to fill gaps in their schedule
• Childcare professionals with part‑time availability
• Students in early childhood education
• Caregivers who enjoy flexibility over consistency

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and safe childcare
• Engage children in age‑appropriate activities
• Maintain a calm, structured environment
• Communicate professionally with families
• Adapt quickly to new home environments

Requirements

• 1–2+ years of childcare experience
• Experience with infants through school‑age children
• Reliable transportation (required)
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Comfortable with pets
• Professional, dependable, and adaptable

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You are dependable, even on short notice
• You do not rely on this as your only income
• You enjoy variety and new environments
• You are proactive, calm, and solution‑oriented

Important

This is an on‑call / backup care role only. If you are seeking guaranteed hours, full‑time or consistent schedules, please apply to our private nanny placements instead.