About the role
Overview
A lovely high profile family is seeking an exceptional nanny to care for their bright and active 2-year-old son while they are based in New York from mid-November 2026 through mid-May 2027. The schedule for this role will be Monday through Friday, full-time hours, ideally with flexibility to work some weekends as well. The family travels frequently, and there may be an opportunity for this to develop into a long-term position for the right candidate who is open to relocation and frequent travel full-time. A French-speaking candidate would be ideal, but this is not required and finding the right nanny is the priority!
Responsibilities
- Bringing the child to and from daycare (half days) four days per week
- Taking an active role in planning his days outside of daycare, including researching and organizing classes, activities, playdates, outings and other age-appropriate experiences around New York
- Preparing healthy and age-appropriate meals
Child-related laundry
- Keeping children's areas tidy and organized
- Managining inventory and purchasing day-to-day supplies including groceries for his meals and snacks, diapers, and other essentials
- Proactively identifying when clothes, toys or equipment have been outgrown and suggesting appropriate replacements or updates
- Maintaining a calm, organized and nurturing environment while encouraging his development, curiosity and independence
- Having a confident and proactive communication style, keeping the parents well informed throughout his day
- Open to and confident providing occasional 24 hour sole care
Qualifications
Warm and loving
Engaging and proactive in planning developementally appropriate outings and activities
Highly organized
Confident taking initiative, while respecting and maintaining the structures and routine already in place
Very discreet and security-conscious
Requirements
US work authorization
- Available for a full-time role from November 2026-May 2027
- An excellent knowledge of NYC, with the confidence to take the lead in creating a stimulating and varied schedule for the child
- French speaking would be ideal but is NOT required
- Recent experience caring for toddlers
- Some flexibility for evenings, overnights, and weekends
Salary and Benefits
$40-45/hr.+ DOE