Full Time, Live Out, Nanny

Nannyauthority; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nannyauthority in Springfield, IL seeks a full-time, experienced nanny to provide developmentally focused care for a toddler, with the possibility of supporting a newborn arriving in late October. Immediate start and a stable, nurturing routine are essential. You’ll work Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours weekly. Responsibilities include meal preparation, light housekeeping, organizing play, and communicating closely with parents to adapt to the family’s evolving needs, including

Qualifications

• Experience with toddlers and newborns preferred.
• Ability to maintain a structured, developmental routine.
• Comfort working in a home with pets and adapting to family needs.

Responsibilities

• Kitchen cleanup, family laundry, changing bedding, and tidying shared/common areas.
• Snack and simple meal preparation.
• Occasional errands.
• Limited pet care during naps or independent play.
• Planning and leading age-appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, and social-emotional growth.
• Maintaining consistent routines.
• Preparing nutritious meals and snacks and supporting key developmental milestones typical of the toddler stage, such as language development, motor skills, and independence.
• Child-related household tasks including tidying play areas, organizing toys, and handling children’s laundry.
• Strong communication and collaboration with parents, adapting as family needs evolve.
• Comfort working in a home with pets; flexibility for occasional overtime and domestic travel.

Skills

Toddler care

Developmental activities planning

Communication with parents

Flexible schedule

Job description

Overview

A family in Springfield, Illinois, is seeking a full‑time, experienced nanny to provide developmentally focused care for their young toddler, with the possibility of supporting a newborn arriving in late October. Immediate start. Salary range: $35 to $45 per hour. Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Kitchen cleanup, family laundry, changing bedding, and tidying shared/common areas.
• Snack and simple meal preparation.
• Occasional errands.
• Limited pet care during quieter periods such as naps or independent play.
• Planning and leading age‑appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, and social‑emotional growth.
• Maintaining consistent routines.
• Preparing nutritious meals and snacks and supporting key developmental milestones typical of the toddler stage, such as language development, motor skills, and independence.
• Child‑related household tasks including tidying play areas, organizing toys, and handling children’s laundry.
• Strong communication and collaboration with parents, adapting as family needs evolve.
• Comfort working in a home with pets; flexibility for occasional overtime and domestic travel.