Organized Full-Time Live-In Nanny Needed in New City, NY
- Position: Full-Time, Live-In Nanny
- Location: New City, NY 10956
- Schedule: Typical weekday split shift from 6:30–10:00 a.m. and 3:00–8:30 p.m. At least one overnight per week and 1- 2 weekend shifts as needed. (totals to about 45 hours per week)
- Salary: $30/hr, paid through payroll – about 45/hrs per week – Approximately $74,000 annually
- Benefits: Two weeks of paid time off and five sick days
- Start Date: March 2027, with the possibility of starting as early as January for the right fit
- Pets: One friendly, 2½-year-old Irish Setter–Poodle mix
A family in New City, NY, is seeking an organized, proactive nanny to care for their three children, 12-year-old twins and a 5-year-old. After six years with an au pair program, the family is looking for an experienced nanny who can bring structure to busy mornings, manage school and activity schedules, and handle the children’s laundry and meal prep.
The parents’ work and on-call schedules sometimes overlap, so the nanny should be comfortable taking full responsibility for the children when both parents are away. The family aims to provide the schedule in advance and needs flexibility for changes, weekly overnights, and weekend coverage. One parent travels for work approximately once a month.
Responsibilities
- Get the children up and ready for school, prepare breakfast, handle morning drop-offs, and tidy up after the morning routine.
- Coordinate pickups from school and activities based on each child’s schedule.
- Plan age-appropriate activities for the 5-year-old, including trips to the park, outdoor play, museums, etc.
- Help the twins stay organized, offer basic middle school homework support, and encourage them to take responsibility for their assignments.
- Prepare simple meals and snacks for the children while following the household’s kosher practices. The family would like to build a routine around home-prepared meals.
- Manage the children’s laundry and keep their belongings, school supplies, and activity gear organized.
- Lead evening routines and provide overnight and weekend care as scheduled.
Qualifications
- Professional nanny experience with elementary and middle school-aged children
- Experience managing routines and schedules for multiple children
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing the children’s day independently
- Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
- Comfortable preparing meals, following kosher kitchen practices, and working in a home with a dog
- Available for a live-in split schedule, weekly overnights, and weekend coverage as needed