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Child Caregiver

Rich & Cristy Carpenter
Jackson, MI Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 11/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2027

Job Summary
We are a warm, energetic Christian family looking for a reliable, faith-filled support to help with our two 12-year-old boys. You’ll be working 1:1 with just one of the boys each day, helping maintain routines, assist with light meal prep (think PB&J!), coordinate fun outings (pool, parks, stores), support homework and bedtime routines, and more. Come be a steady, joyful presence in our family’s life!

Schedule

School Year: 2pm–9pm, Mon–Fri, with optional weekend shifts.

Summer Shifts: 8am–2 p.m. or 2pm–9pm, Mon–Fri, with occasional weekends (2–9pm).

We’d love one full-time (40 hrs/week) helper, but are open to consistent part-timers.

Expenses

Mileage for outings reimbursed!

Duties

  • Supervise and engage in a variety of activities
  • Implement age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity and exploration.
  • Provide care for child, including supervision, feeding, and prompting to maintaining hygiene.
  • Manage behaviors effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to promote good behavior.
  • Communicate regularly with parents regarding child's progress and any concerns.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for child at all times.
  • Administer first aid when necessary and ensure that all safety protocols are followed.

Experience

  • Previous experience in childcare settings such as classrooms, nannying, babysitting, or caregiving is preferred.
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is beneficial.
  • Strong skills in behavior management to effectively support children's social interactions.

Other requirements

Candidate will need to pass a State required background check and after hire will need to complete training courses required by Medicaid.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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