Nanny/Housekeeper

Job Title: Full-Time Nanny for Infant & Future Children

Location: Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA

Position Type: Full-time, Live-Out

Start Date: April
 Overview: This family is seeking a dedicated, reliable, and experienced nanny who will become an integral part of their household. With a busy professional life and some flexibility to work from home, they are looking for someone who shares their values and will grow with the family over time.

Family Overview:

• Parents: Both professionals with flexible work-from-home arrangements.
• Children: Currently an infant, with plans for more children in the future.
• Pets: A friendly, well-behaved dog that enjoys walks and treats.
• Home Environment: The family values healthy living, outdoor activities, and maintaining a clean and organized home. The family enjoys outdoor excursions, so being comfortable with outdoor activities in all weather is essential.

The Ideal Candidate:

The family is looking for a long-term, nurturing nanny who can support them in raising their children, provide high-quality care, and become an extended member of the family. The ideal nanny will be flexible, reliable, and open to learning new things. A background in childcare and experience with infants is essential, and speaking a second language is preferred. The nanny should be comfortable with a dog and able to take initiative in all aspects of the children’s care and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Infant Care: Provide attentive and nurturing care for the infant, including feeding, diapering, and ensuring a safe environment.
• Outdoor Activities: Take the infant (and future children) on daily outdoor excursions, such as walks, park visits, library trips, and other local adventures.
• Breastfeeding Assistance: Take the infant to the mother's workplace for breastfeeding 1-2 times per week (1.5-mile walk or bus ride).
• Cloth Diapering & Elimination Communication: Maintain cloth diapering routine and assist with elimination communication as part of the childcare approach.
• Meal Prep: Prepare simple meals for the parents when possible and help with ingredient prep for family meals.
• Light Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organized home, including laundry and light cleaning.
• Errands: Help with errands like picking up dry cleaning, grocery runs, and occasional post office visits.

What Works Best for the Family:

• Flexibility: The family values a nanny who is adaptable and open to learning new things.
• Reliability: Punctuality and dependability are essential in this busy household.
• Language Skills: Ideally, the nanny speaks another language to engage with the infant and help foster multilingual development.
• Outdoor Enthusiasm: The family places a high value on outdoor activities and would love a nanny who is eager to spend time outdoors with the children.

Position Requirements:

• Work Hours: Monday through Wednesday, 7:00 AM – 5:30PM  , Thursday 7 - 12PM. On Wednesday they are giving you the option to nanny share to make more money.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of childcare experience, including infant care.
• References: At least 2 professional references required.
• Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted upon a contingent offer of hire.
• Personality Traits: Reliable, flexible, positive, patient, and proactive.

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $30 - $35/hr on payroll
• Living Arrangements: Live-out position (no accommodations provided)
• Benefits: Paid vacation, paid holidays, and potential for extra hours as family needs change.
• Health Insurance: Not provided
• Other Benefits: Family-friendly environment, possibility of long-term employment, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive family.

Requested Duration:

This is a long-term position, with the family hoping to find someone who will commit to at least 10 years of employment.

To Apply: If you are a passionate, dependable, and experienced nanny who loves working with infants and would enjoy becoming a long-term member of a caring family, we encourage you to apply. 

Salary : $30 - $35