
Hybrid Occasional Babysitter bei Helpr
Helpr · San Juan Capistrano, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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- Optionales Büro in San Juan Capistrano
A wonderful family in San Juan Capistrano is seeking a reliable, engaging babysitter to provide occasional care for their two daughters (5-year-old and a 3-month-old) with the goal of building a long-term relationship. Care is typically needed on weekends (Saturday or Sunday, 10am–2pm) or weekday evenings for date nights.
They are also open to a “sitter share” arrangement, caring for no more than 4 children at one time with friends or family. This could include partnering with another sitter for shared bookings.
- Start Date: ASAP
- Length of Position: Ongoing
- Hours: 3–6 hours per visit; no guaranteed hours
- Notice: At least 2 days’ notice provided for bookings
- Availability:
- Weekends (day or evening)
- Weekday evenings (date nights)
- Open to weekly or biweekly bookings (not required)
- Upcoming care needs: Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th
- Times: Between 8am–10pm (no earlier, no later)
- Hours: 3–6 hours per visit; no guaranteed hours
- Rate: $25–$30/hour (based on experience; separate rate negotiable for sitter share)
Responsibilities
- Engage in hands-on, age-appropriate entertainment
- Encourage limited screen time
- Provide outdoor time and active play (bike riding, walks, etc)
- Plan outings (park, library, etc)
- Drive children using family’s vehicle or own (on occasion)
- Bottle feedings (and eventually solids)
- Prepare and serve meals, observe during eating
- Change diapers as needed
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of paid experience caring for children in the same age group, infant and school age
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- CPR certified or willing to become certified
- Able to pass background and social media screening
- Clean driving record with proof of valid car insurance
- Must provide 2 references from paid, child care-related experience
- Comfortable with a friendly small dog (no pet care required)
- Preferred but not required: has experience with caring for 3 to 4 children at once or has experience with “sitter share” bookings.
Compensation
- This position pays $25–$30/hour, based on experience. This is an occasional position, typically 3–6 hours per shift on weekends or weekday evenings. The family hopes to find someone open to scheduling weekly or biweekly, but this is not a requirement.