ROTA Nanny - Menlo Park area, CA

The Wellington Agency; Atherton (CA); In loco; USD 130.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Wellington Agency in Menlo Park, CA, seeks an experienced ROTA Nanny for two children, ages 2 years and 6 months. This rotational role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a collaborative approach with the existing nanny team.

The position involves travel roughly one week per month, including Tahoe and Europe, with on-site childcare duties and light household tasks. A valid driver’s license and at least 5 years of nanny experience are preferred.

Competenze

• Minimum of 5 years of professional nanny experience, particularly with infants and toddlers.
• Strong understanding of infant and toddler development, age-appropriate activities, and established childcare routines.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Comfortable working in a household with a dog and assisting with basic pet care.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally with the family.
• Flexibility to accommodate the family’s schedule and occasional additional hours while on duty.
• Willingness to assist with light household and family-support duties.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, discretion, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to provide excellent professional references.

Mansioni

• Provide attentive, nurturing care for two children, ages 2 years and 6 months.
• Maintain routines for meals, naps, activities, and daily transitions.
• Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development.
• Encourage creativity, exploration, early learning, and age-appropriate independence through play and structured activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for the children.
• Collaborate with the family’s existing and incoming childcare team to ensure consistency in routines, communication, and caregiving standards.
• Travel with the family between their primary residence in Menlo Park area and second home in Tahoe, approximately one week per month.
• Accompany the family on domestic and international trips, including occasional travel to Europe.
• Safely transport the children as needed.
• Travel & Family Logistics: adapt to changes in location and schedules while maintaining consistency in care.

Conoscenze

Nanny experience

Infant care

Toddler development

Driver's license

Travel with family

Communication

Formazione

Early childhood education background

Descrizione del lavoro

Schedule: Rotational schedule, with flexibility for a 7/7, 10/10, or 14/14 rotation. The typical workweek is approximately 68+ hours while on duty, with the following anticipated schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM; Saturday, 11:00 AM–8:00 PM; and Sunday, 11:00 AM–6:00 PM. Occasional additional hours may be needed, so flexibility is essential.

Compensation: $130,000+, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates with specialized educational backgrounds or a creative, teaching-focused approach to childcare are especially valued.

Living Arrangements: Live-in or live-out arrangements may be considered.

Travel: Domestic and international travel required, including approximately one week per month at the family’s second home in Tahoe, CA, and an annual trip to Europe.

Position Overview

A warm, supportive family in Menlo Park area, CA, is seeking an experienced, nurturing ROTA Nanny for their two children, ages 2 years and 6 months. The family currently has an established local nanny team and consistent routines they hope to maintain as they transition to a rotational model. Mom is present in the home, and the family values a calm, collaborative environment with strong communication and teamwork. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, developmentally focused, and passionate about supporting young children’s growth through engaging, age-appropriate activities. The family is open to candidates residing outside the Bay Area and is comfortable coordinating travel for the right nanny.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for two young children, ages 2 years and 6 months.

Maintain established routines for meals, naps, activities, and daily transitions.

Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development.

Encourage creativity, exploration, early learning, and age-appropriate independence through play and structured activities.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for the children.

Collaborate with the family’s existing and incoming childcare team to ensure consistency in routines, communication, and caregiving standards.

Household Support & Light Assistant Duties

Assist with light household tasks, including washing dishes, tidying common areas, and completing family laundry.

Coordinate dry-cleaning drop-offs and pickups as needed.

Assist with general household organization, including opening packages, breaking down boxes, and taking out the trash.

Walk and provide basic care for the family dog.

Help maintain an organized, functional household environment while prioritizing the children’s care and well-being.

Travel & Family Logistics

Travel with the family between their primary residence in Menlo Park area and second home in Tahoe, approximately one week per month.

Accompany the family on domestic and international trips, including occasional travel to Europe.

Adapt to changes in location, routines, and schedules while maintaining consistency in the children’s care.

Safely transport the children as needed.

Communication & Teamwork

Maintain open, professional communication with the parents and other household team members.

Follow established routines and caregiving preferences while bringing initiative and thoughtful suggestions to the role.

Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and supportive working environment.

Maintain discretion and confidentiality regarding the family’s personal and professional lives.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of professional nanny experience, particularly with infants and toddlers.

Strong understanding of infant and toddler development, age-appropriate activities, and established childcare routines.

Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Comfortable working in a household with a dog and assisting with basic pet care.

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally with the family.

Flexibility to accommodate the family’s schedule and occasional additional hours while on duty.

Willingness to assist with light household and family-support duties.

Strong communication skills, professionalism, discretion, and a team-oriented attitude.

Ability to provide excellent professional references.

Preferred Qualifications

Educational background in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.

A creative, educational, or teaching-focused approach to childcare, with the ability to develop engaging learning experiences for young children.

Iranian heritage or familiarity with Iranian culture.