CLASSES + CHILDCARE = A JOB THAT CAN ACTUALLY FIT
College students: already have experience working with kids? Put it to work.
Jovie offers flexible sitter positions that can fit around school and other commitments. Especially relevant for students interested in Education, Psychology, Child Development, Nursing, Social Work, Speech/OT, and Family Studies.
Build experience. Earn money. Make a difference.
Location:
We provide care for families located all over the Chicagoland area. Whether you live in Central Chicago, or in the North or South Suburbs, we have positions for you!
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Caring for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years (based on your experience)
• Creating fun, engaging activities — crafts, games, and imaginative play
• Ensuring a safe, nurturing environment
• Helping with light clean‑up after meals and playtime
• Working with a variety of families — no two days are the same!
What You'll Enjoy:
Competitive Pay – $17–$21/hr based on experience, availability, work areas
Flexible Schedules – Work full‑time or part‑time, choose your workdays
Support You Can Count On – Dedicated management team on-call 24/7
Growth Opportunities – Childcare guidance, Special event care
Employee Status – Legal W2 employee with biweekly direct deposit pay
Perks & Bonuses, including:
- Free Telehealth access
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounted health club membership
- Pay increases & onboarding bonuses
You’ll Thrive in This Role If You:
• Truly enjoy spending time with children
• Can engage confidently with infants, toddlers, and kids
• Build trust quickly with both children and parents
• Are reliable, communicative, and caring
• Spanish‑speaking is a plus!
You May Be a Great Fit If:
· You are 18+
· You have prior childcare experience
· You have two weekdays available Monday–Friday
· You have reliable transportation; suburban sitters need a personal vehicle
· You are dependable, communicative and caring
· You can pass a background check
• You have a CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain — we help!)
If you love working with kids and want a flexible role that fits your schedule, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Jovie team!
Jovie is the nation’s most respected, complete, and professional resource helping busy families raise smart, confident, well-adjusted kids.