What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Nanny position at Kid Care?
Infant Nanny
San Jose, CA
Part Time to Full Time
Student (College)
Compensation:
- Hourly Wage: $23–$25 per hour
- Overtime Wage: $34.50–$37.50 per hour
Position Overview
Are you a natural with children? Whether you have experience as a nanny, babysitter, daycare provider, teacher, or simply love caring for infants and young children, we welcome you to join our on-call childcare team. This role is focused on meaningful interactions, dependable support for families, and high-quality care.
About Us
For more than 20 years, our organization has partnered with families to provide reliable childcare solutions, including full-time care, part-time care, and on-call backup support. We believe in training, supporting, and empowering childcare professionals with resources, professional development, and a strong team culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive environment.
About You
- You genuinely enjoy working with infants and children
- You are engaging, creative, and child-focused
- You communicate clearly with parents and team members
- You can work at least three days per week between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
- You have a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
- You can assist with homework up to 5th-grade level
- You have at least 1 year of hands-on childcare experience with infants and older children
- You can provide 3 references (2 childcare-related and 1 character reference)
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are dependable and take reliability seriously
Job Benefits
- Reward program offering gift card incentives for performance and reliability
- Employer-sponsored CPR/First Aid and California Trustline
- Opportunities for advancement and priority placement for consistent family schedules
- Health care stipend, PTO, paid holidays, and retirement savings matching
- Legal pay with bi-weekly direct deposit and accrued sick time
- Worker’s compensation coverage
- Opportunities for overtime at 1.5x hourly wage
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Regular wage increases
- Support from an experienced staffing team that helps you secure the hours you need
- Ability to self-select childcare assignments
- Work with vetted families who value professional care
- Pre-determined service areas and ability to return to preferred families
- Activity kit provided for childcare assignments
Required Certifications
- First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- High School Diploma or GED
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Active, child-focused environment with activity cleanup
- Outdoor play as weather allows
- Regular lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, and pushing
- Ability to safely lift 35 pounds
- Ability to move from floor to standing multiple times per day
- Ability to react quickly and calmly in urgent situations
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that values strong childcare professionals and provides ongoing support, training, and dependable opportunities. Help create safe and joyful experiences for families across the community.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please provide email address for quickest connection:
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
- Babysitting: 1 year (Required)
- Nannying: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25
