Working with KSDE | kittensittinde

Who We Are

Kitten Sittin' of Delaware is a professional in-home cat sitting and small pet care company. Our dedicated team of cat sitters visits clients’ homes to provide personalized care and attention based on each pet's specific needs — all while offering peace of mind to their owners.

Service Area

We primarily serve Northern Delaware, focusing on the Greater Wilmington area, including:

19803 – Wilmington (primary zip code, must live within 5 miles)
19801, 19802, 19806 – Wilmington
19809, 19810 – Wilmington and nearby neighborhoods

Why Join Kitten Sittin'?

Joining Kitten Sittin' of Delaware means becoming part of a trusted, compassionate, and professional team that puts pets and their people first. Here’s why our sitters love working with us:

Daily Joy: Spend time caring for adorable cats and small pets who appreciate your love and attention.
Employment Perks: W-2 employee status, competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and workers' compensation.
Bonuses & Perks: Referral bonuses and discounted pet sitting services for your own pets.
Wellness Benefits: Enjoy flexible, independent work, fresh air, and peace of mind, knowing you’re making a difference.

Services We Offer

In-Home Cat Sitting: Visiting clients' homes to care for cats and small pets while their owners are away — feeding, litter box cleaning, medications, and playtime.
Special Care for Small Pets: Including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, and more.

Requirements to Join Our Team

To be part of the Kitten Sittin' team, you must:

Live within 5 miles of zip code 19803.
Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Have experience with and a deep love for cats (and small pets).
Be prepared to work in all weather conditions (we care for pets rain or shine).
Love people as much as pets — this is both a pet care and customer service role.
Be highly reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
Be able to communicate clearly and promptly via text, email, and phone.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Take the role seriously and show commitment to our clients and their pets.
Provide professional references.
Pass a current and clean background check (reimbursed after 6 months).
Complete free online Pet First Aid training (provided by us).

Available Positions

Part-Time Cat Sitters

Availability: Minimum of two weekends per month and holidays (such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).
Flexible Scheduling: Visits occur in the morning (7-9 AM), evening (4-6 PM)
Workload: The number of visits per day may vary depending on client needs.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting Pay: Detailed in the offer letter; performance reviews at 90 days, 6 months, and annually.
Gratuities: 100% yours to keep!
Direct Deposit: Paid weekly on Fridays.

Benefits Include:

Workers' compensation insurance.
Tax withholding (Social Security, Medicare, etc.).
Discounted cat sitting services for your personal pets.
Flexible scheduling to work around your life.
Referral bonuses.
Background check reimbursement after 6 months of employment.
Free Pet First Aid & CPR training.

Commitment to Long-Term Relationships

Kitten Sittin' of Delaware is dedicated to building lasting relationships with both clients and team members. We are looking for sitters who want to grow with us, not for those seeking short-term or transitional work. Our clients trust and depend on the familiar faces of their assigned sitters — we value that trust deeply.

Important Notes

Reliability is essential — pets count on you. No-call/no-show is grounds for termination.
Exclusive Employment — Kitten Sittin' employees cannot work for other pet care companies or operate their own pet sitting business while on our team.
Payroll & Tax Compliance — We fully comply with payroll tax requirements, including all applicable deductions (Social Security, Medicare, court-ordered garnishments, etc.).