Part-Time Nanny/Household Assistant in Chatham, NJ

Maplewood Online; Chatham (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Maplewood Online is seeking a warm, energetic part-time nanny/household assistant in Chatham, NJ to support a busy family with a 3-year-old daughter. The role is three days per week, Fridays 8am–6pm plus two additional weekdays 8am–5pm, live-out, with light household duties and occasional dog care.

Responsibilities include planning activities, preparing simple meals, driving to classes and parks, laundry, tidying, and organizing play areas while maintaining safety and a positive, structured

Qualifications

• Experience caring for preschoolers in a family setting.
• Ability to drive child to activities and manage household duties.
• Positive reinforcement discipline style and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan age-appropriate activities.
• Prepare child meals and snacks.
• Drive to activities, classes, and parks.
• Perform full-house cleaning and laundry.
• Shop for groceries and organize spaces.
• Support learning and development milestones.

Skills

Childcare

Driving

Organization

Communication

Job description

Part-Time Nanny/Household Assistant in Chatham, NJ

Position: Part-time, live-out
Location: Chatham, NJ 07928
County: Morris
Age: 3 years old
Start date: ASAP
Pets in home: A dog
Car requirement: Nanny vehicle required
Vaccinations: Standard vaccinations required
Schedule: Friday from 8 am - 6 pm + 2 more days from 8 am to 5 pm
Compensation: $25–$35 per hour, based on experience
Position Code: G754CH

More Details

A warm, family-first household in Chatham is seeking a caring, energetic, and dependable nanny/household assistant to support their growing family. The schedule is three days per week. Fridays required from 8:00 am–6:00 pm, plus two additional weekdays from 8:00 am–5:00 pm (flexible on days).

Duties

• Planning engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Preparing lunch and snacks for the child.
• Driving to local activities, classes, playdates, parks, and libraries.
• Supporting learning, creativity, and developmental milestones.
• Following the family's gentle but structured discipline philosophy.
• Maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

Additional workday responsibilities

• Full-house cleaning and organization.
• Children's and parents' laundry.
• Vacuuming and general household tidying.
• Grocery shopping and household errands.
• Meal preparation for the child.
• Organization projects such as playrooms, closets, and pantry spaces.
• Occasional assistance with the family dog, including letting the dog into the yard

Ideal nanny

The ideal candidate is warm, respectful, organized, and direct in their communication. The family is seeking someone who can balance a nurturing childcare approach with strong household management skills. Candidates should be comfortable driving the child to activities. Looking for a confident swimmer who is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and who enjoys engaging children through play, music, crafts, and outdoor activities. The ideal nanny will share a discipline style centered on positive reinforcement, communication, consistency, and clear boundaries. Male and female candidates are welcome.

About the child

The family has one delightful 3-year-old daughter. She is happy, curious, affectionate, thoughtful, and kind. She loves music, singing, arts and crafts, reading, pretend play, and anything pink! She currently enjoys gymnastics, dance classes, and swim lessons. The family feels a younger, energetic caregiver may be an especially good fit to keep up with their active toddler and engage in plenty of hands‑on play and activities.

About the family

The parents describe themselves as hardworking yet balanced, valuing quality family time, kindness, structure, and a positive home environment. They are looking for someone who will become a trusted extension of their family and share their respectful, nurturing approach to childcare. The family pet is a friendly Yorkshire Terrier (minor pet care required).

Benefits

• Salary plus paid vacation days off
• Paid holidays off
• Paid sick days off
• Paid personal days off

Applicants will be subject to various background screens and must be able to provide valid work and childcare references.