STAR HARBOR CARE & STAFFING LLC
Flexible In-Home Childcare Backup Caregiver
Part Time • San Jose
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
About the Role:
Star Harbor Care is looking for a warm, dependable Flexible In-Home Childcare Backup Caregiver to join our growing team in San Jose, CA! This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate childcare professional who thrives in dynamic environments and loves making a positive impact in children's lives. If you're adaptable, nurturing, and ready to step in when families need you most, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Provide on-call, backup in-home childcare services for families on an as-needed basis
- Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate activities, play, and learning
- Maintain safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments within the family's home
- Assist with daily routines including meals, nap times, and hygiene
- Communicate clearly and professionally with parents and guardians regarding child's day and needs
- Follow each family's specific household rules, schedules, and childcare preferences
- Respond promptly to last-minute or short-notice placement requests
Requirements:
- Prior childcare experience (nanny, babysitter, daycare, or similar role) strongly preferred
- Flexible availability - Have two or three full weekdays available to do pick up cases
- Must have current CPR and First Aid certifications
- Prefer to have Trust Line -Candidates with trustline will fast track in the hiring process
- Must be located in Sunnyvale, San Jose, Santa Clara areas
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes
- Warm, patient, and adaptable demeanor with strong interpersonal skills
- Must pass background check and provide professional references
- Strong reliability and responsiveness to last-minute scheduling needs
About the shifts:
- The shifts are normally 6 to 8 hours long
- Shifts can start as early as 7:00 AM
- We do have shifts at night but not over night
About Us:
Star Harbor Care is a trusted care and staffing agency dedicated to connecting skilled caregivers with families who need dependable, high-quality support in San Jose, CA. Families choose us for our commitment to safety, professionalism, and personalized matching. Our caregivers love working with us because we value their flexibility, treat them with respect, and work hard to place them in rewarding opportunities that fit their schedules and strengths.
Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
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