Babysitter / Childcare Support Specialist — $18–$21/Hr

If you’re naturally good with kids and looking for flexible work, BrightStar Care of Anchorage is hiring Babysitters / Childcare Support Specialists to support children and families while earning $18–$21/hr.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and may have experience in babysitting, caregiving, nannying, CNA work, paraprofessional support, special needs support, or family care.
You’ll help support a child’s daily routine, safety, play, personal care, and emotional well-being, while being part of a professional care team with nurse oversight.
Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Anchorage employees uphold A Higher Standard of Care.

Pay

• • $18–$21 per hour, depending on experience

What We Offer

At BrightStar Care, we value each of our team members and care about their well-being. Our list of benefits includes:

• • Flexible schedule options
  • PRN options available
  • Medical benefits for full-time employees
  • PTO after 90 days of employment
  • Weekly pay with direct deposit
  • Free training
  • Free continuing education
  • Part of a team with RN oversight
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Mobile shift access
  • Mobile time tracking and care notes
  • Nurse and Employee of the Month recognition
  • We promote from within
  • HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice
  • Enterprise Champion for Quality 8 YEARS RUNNING!
  • Joint Commission Accredited
  • Every BrightStar Care location is independently owned and operated

We strongly live our value of work-life balance by providing flexible work schedules, including weekend and evening opportunities.

What You’ll Do

As a Babysitter / Childcare Support Specialist, you will provide attentive, reliable, and developmentally appropriate care for a child in their home. This role is about more than “watching kids” - it’s about creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment where a child can feel cared for, engaged, and secure.

Responsibilities may include:

• • Providing one-on-one childcare and supervision in the child’s home
  • Supporting the child’s daily routine, safety, play, and emotional well-being
  • Assisting with hygiene and personal care as directed, including dressing, toileting, grooming, bathing, oral care, and feeding
  • Preparing meals according to the child’s needs or diet
  • Helping with light housekeeping related to the child’s care, such as linen changes or tidying care areas
  • Engaging the child in games, outdoor activities, and fun, age-appropriate interaction
  • Supporting a safe environment by following BrightStar policies, procedures, and care standards
  • Reporting any changes in the child’s condition or needs to the Director of Nursing or appropriate BrightStar team member
  • Maintaining confidentiality and respecting the child’s and family’s rights
    
    

Who This Role Is Great for

This may be a great fit if you are:

• • A natural helper who enjoys working with children
  • Patient, dependable, and calm under pressure
  • Interested in childcare, healthcare, education, behavioral health, or special needs support
  • Looking for meaningful work with flexible scheduling
  • Someone who wants hands-on experience while making a real difference for families
  • Responsible, kind, and able to follow care instructions carefully

Requirements

• • Current CPR certification
  • Ability to pass all required state and client-specific background checks
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to and from the child’s residence
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Possession and ability to use a smartphone

Preferred Qualifications

• • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Minimum one year of childcare, babysitting, caregiving, nanny, CNA, paraprofessional, or related experience preferred
  • Experience working with children with medical, behavioral, developmental, or special needs preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance meeting company requirements preferred

Our Values

At BrightStar Care, our team members are expected to demonstrate our core values in every interaction with clients, families, employees, vendors, and community partners.
We believe in being open and positive, serving with passion, doing the right thing, doing what we say, and making it great
That means showing up with kindness, accountability, honesty, professionalism, and a genuine desire to help.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a flexible childcare role where your work matters, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and join a team that is committed to providing A Higher Standard of Care.

BrightStar Care of Anchorage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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