Job Description

Job Title: Child Care Specialist

Hours: 24-40 Hours Expected Per Week

Schedule Monday-Friday

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Location: Ann Arbor, MI and Surrounding Area Within a 25 Mile Radius

Join the Safe at Home Child Care Team – Where Compassion Meets Purpose

Safe at Home (SAH), a division of Kennedy Care, is looking for passionate, caring nannies to provide high-quality in-home childcare to families in your community. As a nanny with SAH, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying flexibility and support designed to fit your lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking consistent hours or a flexible schedule, we work with you to create the right childcare match.

We are proud to serve employees of Ford Motor Company, the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and individual families seeking compassionate nannies.

Why You’ll Love Being a Nanny with Safe at Home

• Flexible nanny schedules tailored to your availability and goals
• Work with one or multiple families to provide personalized childcare
• Families participate in our internal screening process to ensure a great fit for you as a nanny
• Eligibility for benefits after 12 months of employment (30+ hours/week), including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO for all SAH employees
• Bonuses and monthly recognition for outstanding nanny performance
• Opportunities for advancement in your childcare career
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible backup care shifts
• Paid trainings, including CPR certification, at no cost to our nannies
• Team-building events with other like-minded childcare professionals

As a Nanny, You Will:

• Provide engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s growth and development
• Create a warm, safe, and fun environment for each child in your care
• Build professional relationships with families to deliver high-quality childcare
• Communicate openly with families and our SAH team to ensure consistency and support
• Respond to the emotional, social, and physical needs of each child, keeping safety and well-being top of mind
• Provide transportation for outings, activities, and errands, ensuring children arrive safely and on time

Our Values:

• Love Others – Treat every child, family, and teammate like a loved one
• Positivity – Bring optimism and warmth to every interaction
• Perseverance – Handle challenges calmly and professionally to ensure successful outcomes
• Authenticity – Be genuine in your intentions, wants, and needs

If you are a nanny who is passionate about childcare, thrives in a supportive environment, and loves creating meaningful experiences for children, Safe at Home is your perfect fit. Join our team and help families thrive while making a lasting impact in your community.

Kennedy Care is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the Kennedy Care family to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of childcare experience
• Outstanding communication skills
• An undeniable positive, can-do attitude
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Proof of Auto Registration and Insurance
• Maintain availability for at least two full weekdays (Monday–Friday). A full day is defined as a minimum of eight hours of consecutive availability between 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.