Jovie of Chicago

Infant Babysitter

Buffalo Grove, IL - Part Time to Full Time

Are you a baby whisperer? Looking for a flexible job caring for infants?  
If you love taking care of little ones, we have families that need your care! At Jovie, we connect great caregivers with pre‑screened families who value reliable, joyful childcare. Whether you’re looking for part‑time flexibility or steady hours, you’ll be supported every step of the way. 
 

Why Caregivers Love Working with Jovie 

✅ Competitive Pay – $18+/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 – Nanny and special event opportunities 
✅ Employee Status – Legal W2 employee with biweekly direct deposit pay  
✅ Perks & Bonuses, including: 

  • Free Telehealth access 

  • Tuition reimbursement 

  • Onboarding bonuses 

  • $15 bonus per shift in some North Suburb zip codes:  

Deerfield 60015, Highland Park 60035, Vernon Hills 60061, Wilmette 60091, Lincolnshire 60069, Buffalo Grove 60089, Evanston 60202 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Caring for children ages 6 weeks+ (based on your experience)  
• Guiding development and daily routines — bottle feeding, naptime, sensorimotor 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! 

  

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You 

• Truly enjoy spending time with children  
• Can engage confidently with infants and toddlers 
• Build trust quickly with both children and parents  
• Are reliable, communicative, and caring  
• Spanish‑speaking is a plus! 

Requirements 

• Must be at least 18 years old  
• Prior infant experience and references 

• Daytime availability Monday-Friday  
• Reliable transportation 
• Ability to pass a background check  
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain — we help!) 

  

Ready to Get Started? 
Join a purpose‑driven childcare community that supports you just as much as the families you serve.  
Apply today and start doing work you’ll genuinely love. 

Apply: Infant Babysitter
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