KC061 - Back-up Nanny - Woodside, CA
About The Position
A warm and welcoming family in Woodside, CA is seeking a Full-Time Back-Up Nanny to support their nanny team in caring for their 3-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter. This position is unique: the nanny will be on retainer year-round and will work up to a maximum of 12 weeks per year to provide coverage when the primary nannies are on vacation, out sick, or otherwise unavailable. You MUST live within a two-hour drive of Woodside to be considered, to ensure availability for some of the last minute coverage (i.e. the other nanny calls out sick). The current nanny team operates on a rotational schedule of 7-days on / 7-days off, from 7am–7pm, live-out. The back-up nanny will follow this same schedule during all coverage weeks. Unless you're covering for the babies nanny then the hours are 6:30-7:00 pm. Vacation weeks will be communicated in advance whenever possible, but this role also requires comfort with occasional last-minute requests. This is a casual but fully staffed home that includes a chef, housekeeper, PA, and a team of three nannies. The family values individuals who can be warm and personable while still maintaining professional boundaries.
Requirements
- Toddler experience with at least three verifiable references
- Must be available to work Christmas 2026 and then every other year after
- Up to date on vaccinations or willing to update prior to start
- CPR/FirstAid certified (or willing to obtain)
- TrustLine certified (or willing to obtain)
- Valid passport; must be willing to travel domestically and internationally
- Valid driver’s license
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must live within a two-hour drive of Woodside, CA
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about childcare and early childhood development
- Warm, encouraging, and able to maintain professionalism at all times
- Energetic and engaged
- A team player who integrates well into a staffed household
- Able to remain fully present with the children
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, attentive care
- Step seamlessly into the established routine and maintain consistency of care
- Plan and engage in age-appropriate, developmentally supportive activities
- Take the children on walks, supervise outings, and support developmental milestones
- Prepare children’s meals and snacks
- Assist with child-related light housekeeping, including laundry, sanitizing toys, and keeping play and bedroom spaces tidy
- Collaborate professionally with the household team
Benefits
- Guaranteed annual retainer totaling $60,000+ NET, regardless of how many of the 12 weeks are worked
- Maximum of 12 work weeks per year following the 7-on/7-off, 7am–7pm schedule
- Additional holiday pay provided
- Private bedroom and bathroom will be provided during working weeks
- Nanny car can be provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
