Part-Time Respite Caregiver Jobs in San Diego CA | After-School Childcare Position

About the position

Jovie is hiring compassionate, dependable caregivers to provide in-home respite care for children with disabilities and neurodivergent children throughout San Diego. This rewarding part-time position is perfect for childcare professionals, behavior technicians, special education aides, nursing students, and experienced caregivers who are looking for meaningful after-school work with flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, engaging, and compassionate in-home care
  • Build meaningful relationships with children and their families
  • Engage children through games, crafts, outdoor play, reading, sensory activities, and other age-appropriate experiences
  • Support daily routines while encouraging independence and confidence
  • Follow each family's care plan and communicate professionally with parents
  • Create a positive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of childcare or caregiving experience
  • Enjoy working with children of all abilities
  • Patient, dependable, and compassionate
  • Communicate professionally with families
  • Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance
  • Can provide at least 2 childcare-related references
  • Are at least 18 years old

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with special needs, autism, developmental disabilities, ABA, respite care, or behavioral support

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Sibling care bonuses
  • Flexible part-time scheduling
  • Employer-sponsored CPR & First Aid certification
  • California TrustLine assistance (if needed)
  • My Jovie scheduling app to manage your availability and assignments
  • Opportunities for additional shifts and career growth
  • PTO (for eligible full-time team members)
  • Paid holidays (for eligible full-time team members)
  • Healthcare stipends (for eligible full-time team members)
  • Retirement savings matching (for eligible full-time team members)
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