24 Hour Sleep-In Newborn Nanny

Home Work Staffing; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private live-in suite

Meals and groceries provided

2 weeks paid vacation

2 sick days

2 personal days

3 paid holidays

Payroll service

Job summary

Home Work Staffing in Norwalk, CT is seeking an experienced live-in nanny and family assistant for a newborn. The role includes six 24‑hour shifts per month, with the baby attending daycare 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. The nanny will handle infant care alongside light household tasks, with a private live-in suite provided.

Typical shifts run about six 24-hour periods monthly, plus 40 hours/week guaranteed. A private suite, meals, groceries, and holidays are included, and a professional payroll service

Qualifications

• Professional experience caring for young infants, ideally newborns
• Knowledge of newborn development, feeding, soothing and safe sleep practices
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred
• COVID-19, Tdap and flu vaccinations
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
• Minimum one-year commitment

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, loving and developmentally appropriate care for a 9-week-old baby
• Manage feedings, diaper changes, naps, soothing and daily infant routines
• Watch the baby’s comfort, safety and developmental milestones
• Follow safe sleep practices and keep the nursery and feeding area clean and organized
• Provide overnight and extended care during scheduled 24-hour shifts
• Drive the baby to and from daycare in your own vehicle
• Communicate regularly with the parent about the baby’s schedule, needs and progress
• Help with grocery shopping and household errands
• Do the family laundry and keep common areas tidy and organized
• Prepare simple meals and help with light cooking
• Help with day-to-day household tasks as needed

Skills

Infant care

Communication

Flexible schedule

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Driver’s license

Vaccinations (COVID-19, Tdap, flu)

Job description

Start Date: ASAP
Location: Norwalk, CT
Compensation: $30–$35/hour
Schedule: Full-time live-in. Includes about six 24-hour shifts per month (approx. 6:15 AM to 8:00 AM the next day). The remaining hours go to light household management and family support. The schedule is set about three months in advance.
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

We are looking for an experienced, nurturing and dependable live-in nanny and family assistant to care for a 9-week-old infant in a private Norwalk household. The role covers six 24-hour shifts per month. During the remaining scheduled hours, the nanny will help with light household management to keep the home organized and running smoothly. The baby attends daycare from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and the nanny will handle drop-off and pick-up, a short 9-minute drive.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional nanny with newborn experience who is comfortable with extended shifts and enjoys pairing infant care with light household support. The nanny will have a private first-floor suite with a bedroom, living room, kitchen and full bathroom. They are welcome to any food and groceries in the home.

Benefits:

Private live-in suite, meals and household groceries provided, 2 weeks paid vacation, 2 sick days, 2 personal days, 3 paid holidays, payroll through a professional payroll service

Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, loving and developmentally appropriate care for a 9-week-old baby
• Manage feedings, diaper changes, naps, soothing and daily infant routines
• Watch the baby’s comfort, safety and developmental milestones
• Follow safe sleep practices and keep the nursery and feeding area clean and organized
• Provide overnight and extended care during scheduled 24-hour shifts
• Drive the baby to and from daycare in your own vehicle
• Communicate regularly with the parent about the baby’s schedule, needs and progress
• Help with grocery shopping and household errands
• Do the family laundry and keep common areas tidy and organized
• Prepare simple meals and help with light cooking
• Help with day-to-day household tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Professional experience caring for young infants, ideally newborns
• Knowledge of newborn development, feeding, soothing and safe sleep practices
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred
• COVID-19, Tdap and flu vaccinations
• Valid driver’s license and your own reliable vehicle
• Minimum one-year commitment
• Flexible and adaptable to a changing work schedule
• Reliable, organized, proactive and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working independently across infant care and light household responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, professional demeanor
• Must be able to provide 3–5 professional references