Babysit on a flexible schedule with adorable kids!
Are you joyful? Experienced? Reliable?
We are seeking sitters with “servants’ hearts” - those who want to care for our families as if they’re your own family! Parents depend on us and kids look up to us, so it’s a responsibility we take to heart! Please be aware that due to the nature of our work, the process to contract with Seminole Sitters takes some time to allow for thorough background checks and other sureties.
Required qualifications:
Have 4+ years consistent childcare experience and training, beyond time spent with children of family/friends (e.g. as a babysitter, camp counselor, mother's helper, nanny, substitute teacher, volunteer in church nursery or VBS, etc.);
Certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid (or be willing to acquire such within the month);
Computer and Internet access and competency (e-mail, online scheduling, mobile apps, Zoom, etc.);
Willingness to work on a contract basis; and
Punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate -- this is not a line; it is imperative that we respect the time and trust of the families we serve.
Preferred qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent;
Exception: We will accept a limited number of Junior Sitters: current high school students who have a driver’s license and transportation, have some babysitting experience, and are willing to become a certified babysitter through Nurse Sharena or the American Red Cross, in addition to CPR & First Aid certification (which is included in Nurse Sharena’s course).
Pursuing or already hold a degree in a child-related field; and
Valid driver’s license and your own reliable transportation with proper insurance.
Rarely, we are able to offer a limited contract to serve clients in downtown Tallahassee. As long as you can reliably make it downtown to work, having a driver’s license or your own transportation is not required.
Typically, these are the scheduling needs we see in Tallahassee:
Clients prefer sitters with weekday availability (at least two weekdays per week, ideally 7:00 am - 6:00 pm). We are closed Sundays.
Clients have some seasonal needs throughout the year, too:
In the Spring, we seek sitters available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to care for a group of small children in a professional setting.
During the kids’ school year (August - May), parents request sitters who are willing to drive children weekdays after school (typically 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm).
Each Fall, families like to have sitters willing to babysit during FSU's home football games. We pay extra for babysitting these days!
Parents still need babysitters during spring break, summer break, and winter break! If you're willing to stay local, we'd love to consider you.
While you are awaiting a reply, please carefully consider your availability over the next few months. Keep in mind that we are open every day except Sundays and we (being the super-planners we are) will be interested to know your availability during FSU's home football games, your summer / holiday availability, your availability during upcoming semesters, etc.
Thank you!
Available Recurring Jobs (updated February 9, 2024)
These are some regular jobs we have available with Tallahassee families! We’ve not included the many one-time and occasional jobs we have available week-to-week.
HE family: Saturdays 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Sitter must be willing to learn some ASL for Deaf toddler.
RO family: Now - April 26th (Spring semester), Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, caring for child who will be 2yo in April
KM family: Now - March 8th, any 2-3 days on Wed/Thu/Fri from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Care for girl born mid-October 2023. Times likely flexible; family currently on waiting list for daycare.
CT family: Tuesdays any 3 hours between 9:00 am - 1:00 pm