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)