Overview
A welcoming, multi-generational family seek a fantastic developmentally-focused nanny, who is also able to with some assistant-style duties. The usual schedule will be Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm, and please expect to travel to Manhattan and other domestic destinations on a reasonably regular basis.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be comfortable in a shared care environment and will have prior experience with toddlers (their son is 18months). Responsibilities will include:
- Providing a warm and loving environment that encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
- Researching and taking him to fun, educational and enriching local classes and playgroupsLight housekeeping pertaining to the baby, including his laundry and ironing, and keeping his areas very clean and tidy
- Potty-training, when the time comes!
- Helping with the morning and evening routines, encouraging healthy sleep habits
- All aspects of toddler care including feeding, nap schedules, evening routines etc
- Working closely with Mom, offering guidance, support, and up-to-date knowledge
- Engaging child in creative, imaginative, and developmentally appropriate play
- Supporting emotional regulation, communication, manners, and boundaries in a warm but firm manner
- Working collaboratively with parents and other staff
- Supporting transitions, changes in routine, and evolving family needs
Requirements
- Confident drivers preferred
- Strong understanding of milestones and development
- Professional, polished but with a warm, considerate and caring personality
- Calm, confident, and comfortable holding age-appropriate boundaries
- Able to partner effectively with family members and other household staff
- Able to engage with the children at their level, and encourage learning through play and exploration
- Excellent communication skills
- Organised and very tidy
- Japanese-speaking would be a bonus (but isn't essential)
Salary and Benefits
- From $40/hr, depending on experience
