I’m a work-from-home mom of three kids, ages 8 (girl), 6 (boy), and 4 (boy). We live on a 22-acre horse farm in Anthony, FL. We also have a sweet, people-loving Portuguese Water Dog puppy. She’s high-energy, but once the kids settle down, she settles down with them and loves to cuddle.
Our regular sitter is currently unavailable, so we’re looking for someone to help in the meantime. We’d also love to build a long-term relationship because even when she’s able resume with us, schedules sometimes clash. We don’t have family anywhere near us, so if we need any help with the kids, we rely on a sitter.
We have a standing date night every Friday evening. We could also use occasional daytime help when the kids are off school for holidays, breaks, and teacher workdays.
While the kids are awake, I’d love for you to be truly hands-on: play with them, lead activities and crafts, and get them outside exploring. We try to keep screen time limited. A show while you’re handling a task is fine, but the focus should be on play and activities.
Keeping the house in order is also part of the job. That includes general tidying, picking up toys, loading the dishwasher, and helping with the kids’ laundry.
One important note: our 4-year-old wears hard contact lenses. It’s very helpful to have a sitter who can take them out at bedtime. No experience is needed, because I’ll teach you. But I wanted to mention that upfront.
Down the road, once we’ve built strong trust, there may be opportunities for more. That could include overnight and multi-day care when my husband and I travel. A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are a big plus.
Above all, the kids’ safety comes first. I typically pay via Venmo, but I can also pay through Gusto payroll if you prefer.
