Overview
A warm, busy family with two children (aged 2.5 years and 3 months old) is seeking a loving, energetic nanny who can confidently care for both children and transition smoothly between infant and toddler needs. The position is full-time, and the family will guarantee 50 hours per week, Monday–Friday, from 7.30 am – 6.30 pm (10 of these hours will be incorporated into the guaranteed salary at overtime). Mom will be on maternity leave through March, but this role will ideally start asap to ensure a seamless transition for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Provide warm, attentive care for a toddler and an infant simultaneously
- Handle school and activity drop-off and pickup for the toddler, often with the baby (all within walking distance from the family's home)
- Create a nurturing, structured, and engaging environment for both children
- Maintain a tidy, organized home environment
- Assist with family laundry when possible (only if time permits)
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding schedules, routines, and needs
Qualifications
- Professional experience caring for infants and toddlers at the same time
- Warm, energetic, patient, and highly reliable
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with parents
- Comfortable managing transitions, schedules, and outings for two young children
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain with the family's support)
- Ideally an educational background in Child Development or ECE.
Requirements
- US passport, Green Card, or EAC
- Up-to-date vaccinations (Flu/ Tdap/ MMR/ RSV)
- Willingness and ability to manage stroller travel and daily drop-offs/ pick-ups
- Punctuality and consistency with a 50-hour weekly schedule
- Readiness to support light household upkeep when time permits
- The family has a cat (not hypoallergenic), so candidates must be pet-friendly
Salary and Benefits
- $40–$45 per hour commensurate with experience
- MetroCard provided
- $400/month healthcare stipend (the family is also happy to discuss an HRA if candidates prefer this)
