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Jovie

Franchise-based nanny and babysitter placement

Back Up Nanny - Guaranteed Hours

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Cincinnati, OH, USA
In Person
Social & Community Services

About the job

Requirements
  • Have at least two years of paid or unpaid experience working with children and provide two childcare references and one character reference.
  • Be available to work at least three days per week, Monday through Saturday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., or work available after-school hours; weekend sitter shifts are also available.
  • Have a safe and reliable vehicle to reach assignments.
  • Have current First Aid and CPR certifications, or be willing to become certified.
  • Be up to date on vaccinations, including COVID vaccination, and pass a clean background screen.
  • Ensure the safety of children in care and engage them with active attention.
Responsibilities
  • Provide childcare for children of all ages for local families.
  • Organize outdoor activities, sing songs, read books, and provide opportunities for imaginative play.
  • Handle naps, meals, and schedules.

About the company

Jovie offers nationwide in-home childcare through a franchise network that connects families with vetted nannies and babysitters for full-time, part-time, and on-demand care. Families use the MySitters app to browse caregiver profiles and book services, while caregivers undergo background checks and training; franchisees receive ongoing training and support. The model includes multiple revenue streams from placement fees, hourly rates, and franchise royalties/marketing fees, plus corporate backup care for employers, hotels, and events. Jovie differentiates itself with a broad franchise footprint under Bright Horizons and a focus on reliable, flexible care for families and businesses, expanding reach beyond college-student caregivers.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$500K

Headquarters

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Bright Horizons back-up care revenue rose 19% in 2025 to $728 million.
  • Bright Horizons guides 2026 back-up care growth of 11% to 13%.
  • Aaniie's 2024 platform rollout modernizes Jovie's childcare booking and operations.

What critics are saying

  • Jovie is not accepting franchise applications, freezing growth in 2026.
  • A disclosed lawsuit names Jovie, Bright Horizons, and a franchisee, with $600,000 exposure.
  • Bright Horizons sells Sittercity inside back-up care, commoditizing Jovie's employer distribution.

What makes Jovie unique

  • Bright Horizons embeds Jovie into employer-backed back-up care across 1,000+ employers.
  • Jovie pairs vetted caregivers with app-based scheduling through MySitters and My Jovie.
  • Jovie serves 125 markets across 31 states, giving local childcare coverage at scale.

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Benefits

  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Company Social Events