Part-Time Nanny Position

Gilder Search Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1 week paid vacation

2 paid sick days

2 paid personal days

3 paid holidays

Healthcare stipend offered

Optional Maine travel with expenses

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Downtown Boston is seeking a part-time nanny to care for two energetic boys (ages 2 and 3) with infant care in the evenings. Start ASAP, with after-school hours and potential Maine travel for extra hours.

The role emphasizes active outdoor play, soccer/basketball/other sports, reading, dinner prep, and bedtime routines in a warm family setting.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for young children, including infants, is required.
• Energetic, outdoorsy approach with initiative and independence.
• Reliable and able to work without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Taking over care after school and daycare
• Outdoor play and physical activity, including use of the nearby sports field and playground
• Teaching and practicing sports skills — soccer, basketball, baseball, and golf
• Reading and age-appropriate enrichment activities
• Creating engaging activities that incorporate the children's interests
• Preparing and assisting with dinner
• Evening care of the infant, including bath and bedtime routines
• Supporting the children's bedtime routines
• Keeping the children engaged, happy, and active throughout the afternoon and evening
• Clean-as-you-go tidying: cleaning up after activities and meals, keeping children's spaces tidy, and maintaining common areas used during the day
• Optional: joining the family for occasional weekends or overnights at their Maine home

Skills

Active lifestyle

Sports background

Independent worker

Reliable

Education

No formal childcare certification or degree required

Job description

Location:Boston, MA
Compensation: $35–$38 per hour
Commitment Level: Part-time, long-term
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:00PM–9:00PM; Friday, 4:00PM–8:00PM
Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

An active, warm Downtown Boston family is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and self-motivated part-time nanny to join their household team. The nanny will care for their two energetic boys, ages 2 and 3, with care of their infant daughter during the evening portion of the shift. The family currently employs a daytime nanny, and this role picks up in the afternoon after school and daycare. The ideal candidate brings genuine energy, creativity, and initiative to the children's afternoons and evenings, and takes ownership of the role without needing to be micromanaged. This is an excellent fit for someone with a sports, coaching, or athletics background who truly enjoys getting outside and being active with young children. The family maintains a clean, organized home and is looking for someone who is naturally proactive about their environment. There is also an optional opportunity to earn additional hours at the family's second home in Maine, roughly 2.5 hours from Boston.

Benefits

• 1 week paid vacation
• 2 paid sick days
• 2 paid personal days
• 3 paid holidays
• Healthcare stipend offered
• Optional additional paid hours at the family's Maine home, with mileage, gas, and travel expenses covered
• Additional benefits and perks negotiable for the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Taking over care after school and daycare
• Outdoor play and physical activity, including use of the nearby sports field and playground
• Teaching and practicing sports skills — soccer, basketball, baseball, and golf
• Reading and age-appropriate enrichment activities
• Creating engaging activities that incorporate the children's interests
• Preparing and assisting with dinner
• Evening care of the infant, including bath and bedtime routines
• Supporting the children's bedtime routines
• Keeping the children engaged, happy, and active throughout the afternoon and evening
• Clean-as-you-go tidying: cleaning up after activities and meals, keeping children's spaces tidy, and maintaining common areas used during the day
• Optional: joining the family for occasional weekends or overnights at their Maine home

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience caring for young children, including infants
• Experience with active, energetic children preferred
• Sports, coaching, teaching, or athletic background is a strong plus
• Reliable, accountable, and able to work independently without close supervision
• Calm and responsible while still bringing energy and enthusiasm
• Comfortable working alongside other household staff
• A personal vehicle is not required for the Boston role; the family uses rideshare for transportation with the children
• Having a vehicle is a plus for optional Maine travel
• No formal childcare certification or degree required
• Must be able to provide 3–5 professional references