Part Time Infant Caregiver – South Sudbury, MA

Seeking a reliable, attentive, and caring part-time caregiver for an active and curious 6-month-old infant girl in South Sudbury, MA. The family is looking for a consistent, long-term caregiver to grow with their family through at least August 2027. The home includes one cat (no pet care required). This family has a vaccination policy in place, which will be discussed directly with the candidate.

Schedule:

• Days: 1–2 weekdays per week (flexible on specific days)
• Hours: 4–7 hours per shift (approximately 4–14 hours per week)

Family Specifications:

• Smoke-free home
• Has one cat in the home
• Parents may occasionally work from home, but caregiver will independently manage infant care
• Strictly no screen time allowed for the baby (TV, phones, tablets, or electronic media)
• Personal phone use permitted during nap times or brief necessary moments, provided screens are kept out of the baby's view
• Caregiver may take the baby into the yard or on local stroller walks, but driving/transporting the baby is strictly prohibited

Responsibilities:

• Provide full independent care for a 6-month-old infant
• Bottle feeding and age-appropriate mealtime support
• Diaper changing and basic hygiene
• Hold the baby for contact naps and provide patient infant sleep support
• Engage in age-appropriate developmental play, including tummy time, reading, singing, and floor play
• Take the baby outside for yard play and neighborhood stroller walks
• Light cleaning up after the baby (bottles, toys, and baby items)

Requirements:

• Proven infant care experience
• Comfortable working in a home with a cat
• Reliable transportation to and from the home (having your own car is strongly preferred)

Preferred:

• Infant CPR and First Aid certifications
• Excellent references

Compensation:

• $25–$30 per hour
• Position includes three paid trial shifts at an agreed hourly rate within this range

All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant experience.

Important Information:

Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers. All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our careers page. (Job #168010).