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**Part-Time Nanny for Family in Branford (Transitioning to Full-Time)**
**Location:** Branford, CT
**Start Date:** February 1
**Job Description:**
A loving family in Branford is seeking a caring and experienced nanny to provide support for their 2-year-old son that has some developmental needs and will require assistance with speech and physical therapy exercises. The position will begin part-time and gradually transition to full-time as the family prepares for the arrival of a new baby, due August 2025.
**Schedule:**
- **Feb 1 – March 15, 2024:** Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM (15-20 hours/week)
- **March 15 – May 1, 2024:** 7-8 hours/week
- **May 1 – August 9, 2024:** 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday
- **Post-baby arrival (August 2025):** 8 hours per day, 4-5 days per week
**Responsibilities:**
- Provide nurturing and attentive care for 2 year old, assisting with his speech and physical therapy exercises.
- Support child in reaching developmental milestones, particularly in walking, talking, and motor skills, using patience and encouragement.
- Assist with daily routines, including feeding, napping, and playtime.
- Lift and carry child as needed.
- Work closely with the parents to ensure consistent care and communication.
- Help prepare for the arrival of the new baby and assist with newborn care once the baby arrives.
**Requirements:**
- Experience with early childhood development, particularly in speech and physical therapy, is a must.
- Strong physical ability to lift and carry child as needed.
- Experience with pregnancy and newborn care is highly preferred.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Patient, reliable, and compassionate.
- Comfortable with pets (two Toy Persian cats in the home).
- CDC Standard Vaccinations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35