Back-Up Care Nanny; BUC Nanny

Back‑Up Care Nanny (BUC Nanny) – Flexible Childcare Opportunities

Company: Philia Home Care
Location: Washington, DC Metro Area (DC, Maryland, Virginia)
Job Type: Part‑time, On‑Call, Flexible Schedule

Philia Home Care provides compassionate, reliable care for families. Our Back‑Up Care (BUC) Nannies step in when a family's regular childcare is unavailable—whether due to school closures, illness, work emergencies, or last‑minute changes. We are seeking nurturing, flexible, and dependable caregivers to join our Back‑Up Care team.

As a Back‑Up Care Nanny, you’ll provide safe, engaging, and professional care for children of all ages in their homes. Assignments are short‑term or same‑day and require adaptability to new family environments. This is an excellent role for experienced childcare providers who want flexible, rewarding work.

• Provide attentive, high‑quality care for infants, toddlers, and/or school‑aged children
• Step into new household environments with confidence and professionalism
• Supervise play, activities, meals, naps, and routines
• Communicate clearly with parents and agency staff
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment at all times

• Minimum 3 years childcare experience (nannying, babysitting, daycare, or teaching)
• Flexibility and reliability—comfortable accepting last‑minute or same‑day assignments
• Warm, patient, and professional demeanor
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
• Must pass a comprehensive background check
• Reliable transportation to client homes

• Flexible, on‑call work that fits around your schedule
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities to work with diverse families and children
• Supportive agency team—you're never on your own

• On‑call, part‑time — hours vary depending on family needs
• Daytime, evenings, and weekend opportunities available
• Pay:
  Competitive hourly rate, based on experience