Overview

A warm Palm Beach family is looking for an energetic, playful, and highly capable nanny for their two children, ages 7 and 9. Their current nanny’s last day is October 15, so they would like someone to start as soon as possible.

Schedule
This is a full-time position of 40–45 hours per week.

  • Friday 3pm through Sunday 10am
  • Overnight Friday and some Saturdays
  • Monday 3pm to 9pm (required)
  • Availability for an occasional Tuesday or Wednesday evening is a plus
  • The family is flexible for the right person

Accommodations
Live-in is preferred for the weekend but not required. A private, comfortable guest house is available.

Travel
The job is based in Palm Beach. The family spends summers in the Hamptons. A nanny who can join them is a plus but not required.

Compensation
$35 to $50 per hour, depending on experience. The family will pay top of range for a standout candidate.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a warm, engaging, and capable nanny who genuinely loves working with children and takes pride in being an integral part of a family’s day-to-day life. The family is looking for someone who can walk in the door each afternoon, take ownership of the children’s routine, and keep things moving without needing to be micromanaged. A nanny who is playful and engaged with the kids while also being organized, dependable, and naturally proactive will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

  • Provide attentive and developmentally appropriate care for the children
  • Assist with after-school, evening, bedtime, and weekend morning routines
  • Drive the children to activities, appointments, and extracurriculars (nanny car provided)
  • Plan engaging, educational, and age-appropriate activities and outings
  • Prepare simple meals and snacks for the children
  • Maintain the children’s bedrooms, playrooms, clothing, toys, and personal belongings
  • Assist with the children’s laundry, organization, packing, and unpacking
  • Provide overnight care on Fridays and some Saturdays, responding to the children’s needs throughout the night
  • Maintain open communication with the parents regarding schedules, activities, and the children’s needs
  • Ensure a safe, nurturing, organized, and positive environment at all times

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional nanny experience in a private household
  • Strong hands-on experience with school-age children
  • Excellent longevity and references from current and previous employers
  • Warm, nurturing, energetic, and confident childcare style
  • Flexible, dependable, and able to adapt to the needs of a busy family
  • Excellent communication skills and sound judgment
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
  • Valid U.S. work authorization

Start Date: ASAP, ideally with some overlap before October 15.

The family is hoping to find their next long-term nanny and is excited to begin meeting qualified candidates!

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