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Jovie of Garden City

After-School Sitter

Wantagh, NY · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

After-school sitter needed in Wantagh for two adolescent boys. Responsibilities include picking up from school, driving to activities, helping with schoolwork, meal preparation and light housekeeping.

Jovie Garden City

After-School Sitter

Wantagh, NY · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

After-school sitter needed in Wantagh for two adolescent boys. Responsibilities include picking up from school, driving to activities, helping with schoolwork, meal preparation and light housekeeping.

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After-School Sitter

Jovie of Garden City

Wantagh, NY • On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

After-school sitter needed in Wantagh for two adolescent boys. Responsibilities include picking up from school, driving to activities, helping with schoolwork, meal preparation and light housekeeping. Reimbursement for driving mileage is available.

This is a great opportunity to build a relationship with wonderful family, with the support of an organization that always has your back. 

In addition to the 10-12vhours per week you'd work with our clients, we have additional opportunities for occasional on-call work if you want them.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Availability 3:30p-6:30p Tuesday-Thursday
  • Your own car, driver's license and clean driving record
  • Eligibility to work in the US
  • Willingness to undergo/pass a background check

Jovie offers:

  • Ongoing support + professional development
  • Bi-weekly direct deposit payment to your bank account
  • Worker's Comp coverage
  • Additional, flexible opportunities to work if you want to earn additional income

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