Full-time Nanny Jobs in Palo Alto, CA | Work with Local Families

Position Type: Full-time or Part-time
Pay: $23-$26/hour + Overtime Pay
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Office: Jovie of Sunnyvale and San Mateo

Love Working with Infants and Toddlers?

Jovie is hiring experienced, engaging caregivers to provide in-home care for infants and toddlers with local families throughout Palo Alto. This is a great opportunity for childcare professionals seeking a rewarding full-time nanny job with daytime hours, supportive leadership, and opportunities for growth.

What You’ll Do

• Provide safe, nurturing care for infants and toddlers
• Support feeding, naps, and daily routines
• Encourage learning through reading, play, and age-appropriate activities
• Communicate with parents about their child’s day
• Create a positive environment where children can learn and grow

Schedule

• Monday–Friday availability preferred
• Most shifts occur between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM
• Typical shifts are 6–9 hours
• Work with vetted, local families

You’ll be a great fit for this nanny job if you:

• Have at least 1 year of infant childcare experience
• Love working with infants and toddlers
• Are dependable and professional
• Communicate well with parents and children
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Can provide references (At least 2 related to childcare work; 1 character)
• Are least 18 years old
• Good to know: Experience may come from nannying, babysitting, daycare, preschool, church nursery, or other childcare settings.

Why Work with Jovie?

• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid training and professional development
• Employer-sponsored CPR and First Aid
• Supportive leadership team
• Vetted families who value professional childcare
• My Jovie scheduling app
• Reward and recognition programs
• Eligible full-time team members may also receive PTO, paid holidays, healthcare stipends, and retirement savings matching.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need previous nanny experience?
A: No. We welcome experience from nannying, babysitting, daycare, preschool, church nursery, and other childcare settings.

Q: Will I work with one family or multiple families?
A: Assignments vary based on family needs, your availability, and scheduling preferences.

Q: What ages will I care for?
A: Most assignments involve infants and toddlers, though opportunities may occasionally include older children.

Q: Are benefits available?
A: Eligible full-time team members may receive PTO, paid holidays, a health care stipend, and retirement savings matching.

Q: What happens after I apply?
A: Our recruiting team will review your information and schedule an interview. Next, we will conduct screening and reference checks; and send an offer to join the team if qualified. You’ll join us for Orientation and Training on the Jovie Way, then we’ll match you with families that fit your experience and availability. You are paid every two weeks via direct deposit!

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a full-time nanny job in Palo Alto and enjoy caring for infants and toddlers, we’d love to hear from you.