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On-Call Grandma

Ready to make a positive impact in your community? Join us for flexible, meaningful work supporting local families when life gets busy.

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Who We’re Looking For:

Many of our caregivers are retired educators, healthcare professionals, experienced parents, and grandparents who still have so much to give.

  • Warm, dependable adults

  • Prior experience with children (parenting, teaching, caregiving, etc.)

  • Reliable transportation

  • Flexible weekday availability

  • Comfortable with background check.

Why Join OCG:

  • Choose assignments that fit your schedule

  • Meaningful, short-term support (no long-term nanny contracts)

  • Local families

  • Clear policies and structure

  • Competitive hourly pay

The Process (Simple + Clear)

Qualified applicants who move forward in the process will have their required background check costs covered by On-Call Grandma during our initial launch phase.

  • Step 1 - Submit Application

  • Step 2 - Short Phone Conversation

  • Step 3 - Background Check

  • Step 4 - Orientation & Profile Setup in system

  • Step 5 - Accept Assignments

Professional On-Call Grandma caregiver providing supportive, on-demand childcare for a school-aged child in Frederick, Maryland.

A note about our name: “Grandma” is a term of endearment. It represents warmth, reliability, and trust — not age. Our caregivers come from a variety of backgrounds, and all are vetted and held to clear standards of safety and professionalism.

Ready to make a difference in a family’s life?

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