# Tandem: Childcare Jobs

> The platform for the modern childcare workforce

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jointandem](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jointandem)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.jointandem`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Join Tandem
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 21,620
- **Rating:** 3.25 / 5 (88 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.153.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-08
- **First published:** 2023-03-04
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 115 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jointandem)
- **Website:** [https://join-tandem.com](https://join-tandem.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.join-tandem.com/privacy-policy](https://www.join-tandem.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Tandem: Childcare Jobs** is a flexible job platform designed specifically for the modern childcare workforce. It connects childcare professionals with local child care centers, allowing them to pick shifts based on personal schedule preferences, pay rates, and distance. Both short-term substitute roles and full-time permanent positions are available.

The app streamlines the credential management process by guiding workers through state-required background checks, document uploads, and medical form scheduling. After successful credentialing, workers can apply for shifts, attend work with easy clock-in/out options, and build a reliability score through performance and reviews. 

Tandem offers a unique payment system, TandemPay, where users receive earnings immediately after shifts. Funds can be spent directly via a virtual or physical debit card, transferred to a bank account, or added to Apple Wallet. The platform fosters long-lasting relationships between childcare workers and centers while empowering professionals to work on their own terms with flexibility and daily pay.

## Rankings

- #420,325 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.jointandem.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's flexibility, ease of use, and the opportunity it provides for childcare jobs with daily pay. However, multiple reviews highlight significant technical issues such as freezing, login problems, and unupdated job listings. The app lacks employer ratings, making it hard to assess job reliability. Costs for mandatory training and background checks are a downside, as is the limited direct customer support. Overall, the app has potential but is hampered by usability and support challenges on Android.

### Pros

- The app is generally easy to use once understood.
- Provides flexibility to work on your own schedule and get paid daily.
- Good help center and support for substitutes.
- Opportunity to meet new people and work in childcare.
- Useful for finding childcare jobs and supplementary income.

### Cons

- App frequently freezes or gets stuck on loading screens, preventing access.
- Lack of business ratings or reliability info, making it hard to assess employers.
- Technical issues including jobs stuck in review, unresponsive app features, and login problems.
- Mandatory training and background check fees are required and can be costly relative to pay in some areas.
- Limited customer service options; no direct person to speak with, only email/text support.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jointandem)