Full Time Nanny - Lower Manhattan

Maison D'Enfants NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family in lower Manhattan is seeking a dedicated Full-time Nanny for their three children aged 6 and under. The role requires a professional with at least 10 years of nanny experience, a team-oriented mindset, and flexibility for travel and overnight stays. Competitive pay of $40 per hour with added benefits, including paid leave and a Metrocard. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a nurturing approach to childcare.

Benefits

Unlimited monthly Metrocard

Two weeks paid leave per year

Potential health insurance stipend

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience as a full-time nanny.
• Fluency in both oral and written English.
• Experience with educational milestones preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving care to three young children, including meal prep.
• Facilitate schedules, school drop-offs/pick-ups, and light housekeeping.
• Work alongside other caregivers and family members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

Education or equivalent knowledge of child development

Job description

Full-time Nanny required for a lower Manhattan family with three young children (ages 6 and under). Specific duties to be negotiated with the family, but in general, you will be responsible for providing loving care to the children (including meals), tidying, cleaning and children related laundry. To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 10-15 years of experience caring for multiple children, have excellent attention to detail and be a discreet and professional caregiver. This is a fast-paced and demanding role with high expectations; proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and having a team oriented mindset while remaining calm and collected is essential in this role. Adhering to and helping to facilitate planned schedules, school drop offs, pick ups and participating in classes are expected, as well as partnering alongside other caregivers, house staff members, and parents. The family values someone who is extremely motivated, warm and upbeat, enjoys being active, and takes initiative with the children and around the house. This is a live-out position, with the flexibility, interest and ability to travel domestically and internationally as well as assist with occasional overnights/weekends as needed.

Location: Lower Manhattan, NYC

Start date: Flexible for the right candidate - ASAP / by Spring 2025

Days/times: Work hours will generally land between 8am - 7pm. Family open to guaranteeing between 40 - 55 hours depending on preferred work schedule (Monday through Thursday or Monday through Friday depending on the candidate).

Flexibility/interest for travel (including holidays), occasional weekends/overnights and supporting family with date nights/work events is essential

Children: Three children: ages 6 and under

Conditions: $40 per hour* plus unlimited monthly Metrocard, public holidays, sick/personal days and two weeks paid leave per year. Family open to offsetting health insurance with a healthcare stipend for the ideal candidate.

*dependent on experience

For further consideration, applicants must possess the following:

• Authorization to work in the US


• A minimum of 10 years experience as a full-time nanny working in private homes


• A well-suited demeanor for working with children pre-school and school aged children


• A schedule with flexibility for evening coverage (work events/date nights), interest to travel with family domestically, internationally (and stay overnights/late as needed).


• Experience with educational milestones (teaching background would be ideal)


• Exceptional childcare references that attest to strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity and high emotional intelligence.


• Education or equivalent knowledge of ages and stages of child growth and development


• Readiness to help with light housekeeping and all tasks related to childcare (meal prep, cooking, organizing, laundry, etc.).


• Interest in working in a partnership/alongside with other caregivers and Mother in the home


• Demonstrates professionalism and discretion at all times, reflecting the high standards and values prioritized by the family


• Fluency in both oral and written English