Nanny Position (Los Gatos, CA)

Home Work Staffing; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical stipend

W-2 payroll with taxes withheld

Job summary

Home Work Staffing in Los Gatos, CA is seeking a proactive Full-Time Nanny to care for two children: a 2-year-old and a 10-month-old. The role is live-out, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm, with 50 guaranteed hours weekly.

The nanny will lead active play, arrange age-appropriate activities, drive to classes, and coordinate with the household manager on supplies. CPR/First Aid, driver’s license and 3–5 references are required.

Qualifications

• In-home nanny experience or an early childhood education background.
• Experience with infants and toddlers.
• Strong understanding of child development and emotional needs.
• Experience partnering with parents on parenting and education approaches (a plus).
• Early childhood or childcare education (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead active, hands-on play and daily outdoor time.
• Plan age-appropriate arts, crafts and activities.
• Drive to playgrounds, music class and library programs.
• Handle preschool drop-offs, pickups and transitions for older child (3 days/week).
• Prepare meals, snacks and bottles, and feed both children.
• Keep nap and feeding routines consistent.
• Guide the children through emotional moments with patience and calm.
• Keep play areas and kids’ spaces tidy.
• Work with the household manager on orders for diapers, formula and other supplies.
• Pack the children’s bags for family trips as needed.
• Occasionally let out or feed the family’s dog.

Skills

Nanny experience

Infants & toddlers

Child development

Parent collaboration

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Vaccinations

Dog-friendly

Professional references

Education

Early childhood education

Job description

Overview

A warm, active family in Los Gatos is looking for a proactive, energetic Full-Time Nanny to care for their two young children: a 2-year-old who turns 3 in January and a 10-month-old who turns 1 in January. The kids love sports of every kind, including hockey, golf and baseball. They also love scooters, playgrounds, reading, painting, music class and library programs. The family wants someone who is athletic, witty and relatable, who enjoys the work and likes to learn, and who anticipates needs without waiting to be asked. The parents’ schedules change with the seasons, so flexibility is essential. A household manager also works in the home, and the nanny will coordinate with them on supply orders. Travel is not required but may come up occasionally.

Benefits

50 guaranteed hours/week, 10 days paid vacation, 5 days (50 hours) sick leave, 8 paid holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day), medical stipend based on experience, W-2 payroll with taxes withheld

Responsibilities

• Lead active, hands-on play and daily outdoor time
• Plan age-appropriate arts, crafts and activities
• Drive to playgrounds, music class and library programs
• Handle preschool drop-offs, pickups and transitions once the older child starts half-day preschool (3 days/week)
• Prepare meals, snacks and bottles, and feed both children
• Keep nap and feeding routines consistent
• Guide the children through emotional moments and meltdowns with patience and calm
• Keep play areas, kids’ laundry and kids’ spaces tidy
• Work with the household manager on orders for diapers, formula and other child supplies
• Pack the children’s bags for family trips as needed
• Occasionally let out or feed the family’s dog (a friendly senior)

Requirements

• In-home nanny experience or an early childhood education background
• Experience with infants and toddlers
• Strong understanding of child development and emotional needs
• Experience partnering with parents on parenting and education approaches (a plus)
• Early childhood or childcare education (a plus)
• Flexible schedule to accommodate changing family needs
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Vaccinations: MMR, DTaP, Varicella, Hib, Tdap, seasonal flu and at least 2 COVID-19 doses
• Comfortable around dogs
• Must be able to provide 3–5 professional references (excellent references required)

Start Date

ASAP

Location

Los Gatos, CA

Compensation

$40–$45/hr, depending on experience

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm; flexibility required

Guaranteed Hours

50 hours/week

Position Type

Full-Time, Live-Out, Long-Term