HBS Backup Caregiver

Vivvi Early Learning•Cambridge, MA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Vivvi is looking for passionate, experienced caregivers to deliver exceptional in-home backup care for one of its clients. While this role may look a bit different from a typical caregiving role, it is an exciting opportunity for someone who is flexible, and loves working with a variety of families! This is a guaranteed 40 hour per week position, meaning you will be paid for the time regardless if you are working. In this position you will be working with a variety of families on an as needed basis for urgent backup care needs (booked same day) or in advance between the hours of 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a nanny or early childhood educator
Excellent communication skills
Record of building strong parent partnerships
Strong references
Experience with caregiving for a variety of ages ranging from infant through school age
Legally authorized to work in the US
See themselves as a learner alongside children
Committed to health and safety at the highest level
Do not rely on screens or technology to deliver a positive experience for the children in your care
Have strong technical and organizational abilities (responding to emails, text messages, etc)
Are well-versed in child development and best practices (e.g., safe sleep)
Are dynamic and creative in your approach to caring for all types of children
Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional in-home backup care for one of its clients.
Work with a variety of families on an as needed basis for urgent backup care needs (booked same day) or in advance.
Provide screen-free care to a variety of children.
See themselves as learners and researchers alongside children.
Be committed to health and safety at the highest level.
Be dynamic and creative in their approach to caring for all types of children.
Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Travel to the job's location (a private family home).