Job Description
Competitive pay:
$17.50–$20.50/hr +
$2/hour for each additional child
We are an
approved respite provider for families throughout
San Diego County , offering both ongoing weekly placements and flexible “On Call” assignments.
Regional Center Special Programs :
- Currently running commute mileage reimbursement
- Special programs are subject to change based on regional center policy
- A supportive team environment with training and hands-on guidance
- Legal employment with direct deposit pay
- A meaningful opportunity to help families and neurodivergent children thrive
Are you passionate about working with children and want to make a meaningful difference? We’re hiring caring and dependable individuals for part-time positions on our respite care team ! Support neurodivergent children and teens—including those with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy—while gaining experience and bringing joy to local families.
We Look For:
- Engaging, creative, and child-focused individuals who enjoy play, arts & crafts, reading , and supporting learning through fun
- Experience with special needs in any capacity is a huge plus!
- Childcare or nanny experience preferred; references may come from paid or unpaid work
- Willingness to work with multiple families in various home environments
- Reliable and insured transportation to travel across San Diego County
- Cell phone with data to manage schedules and job info via app
- Flexible schedules - availability for part-time or full-time shifts between 12:00pm–9:00pm
Example Sitter Shifts:
- 12:00pm–6:00pm
- 2:30pm–6:30pm
- 12:30pm–8:30pm
Additional Benefits:
- Paid orientation and training
- Employer-sponsored CPR/First Aid certification and Trustline registration (if needed)
- App-based tools to manage availability, assignments, and maximize your earnings
Working Conditions and Requirements: - The work environment will be active, kid-centric, and include clean-up of activities
- Part of each day may be spent outside, weather permitting, and will be active play
- Essential Physical Requirements:
- Position involves regular lifting, bending, squatting, reaching, and pushing
- Must be able to lift 35 pounds safely
- Must be able to get up from and down to the floor numerous times throughout the day
- Will need to be able to react quickly to certain situations
- May need to react to emergent situations in a calm, effective and safe manner
We’re excited to grow our team with passionate caregivers who are ready to support children with special needs through meaningful respite care . If this sounds like you, apply today!
Note: Only applicants who meet the above requirements will proceed in the hiring process, which includes a phone screen, one-on-one interviews, reference checks, and background screening.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work,