Live-out Educational Nanny

DM Estate Staffing•Menlo Park, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A loving, dedicated Bay Area family is seeking a long-term, highly engaged, and confident Full-Time, Live-Out Educational Nanny to join their household as a true parenting partner in the hands-on care of their active, intellectually curious two-year-old son. They are planning to grow their family this year and would like to bring the right professional on board before that, both to bond with their son now and to transition smoothly into caring for a toddler and a newborn together in the months ahead. This is a deeply collaborative “shared care” role, working closely alongside an involved mother. The family takes parenting seriously, practicing a gentle but boundaried approach that leans into their child’s passions. They are looking for an exceptional caregiver who sees childcare as a respected career, takes child development seriously, and hopes to grow with the family for many years to come.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Open to candidates presently local to the Bay Area only.
Valid driver’s license.
Willing to undergo an in-depth background check.
Able to provide excellent employment references.
A minimum of five years of childcare experience, with the bulk of that time spent caring for toddlers and infants, and a deep understanding of early childhood developmental milestones, whether as a nanny or as an early childhood teacher with strong references.
Excellent English communication skills, with strong verbal engagement to support the child’s growing vocabulary and cognitive development.
Genuine enjoyment of a collaborative environment, working as a co-partner in childrearing.
Cat-friendly, with no allergies.
No smoking or vaping.

Nice To Haves

A background in early childhood education, teaching, or specialized childhood training is not required, though it will be given priority.
The person who will thrive in this role is comfortable collaborating and working alongside other adults, perhaps as a former co-teacher.
Excellent communication and the confidence to share ideas and take the lead are essential.
A real understanding of gentle, boundaried parenting philosophies, ones that center emotional security and conversation, will matter a great deal.

Responsibilities

Plan creative, developmentally rich activities and outings that lean into his interests and support his rapid growth.
Partner with Mom as a “step-in / step-out” caregiver: tag-team daily care, step back when she wants to take over a task, and take confident solo charge of both children for date nights or special events when that time comes.
In the future, have the ability to prepare for and transition smoothly into newborn care alongside Mom and a postpartum doula during the early months, eventually caring for both a toddler and an infant.
Keep the playroom and children’s spaces fully organized, including thoughtful toy rotations and ongoing projects.
Maintain a warm, collaborative relationship with Mom and the full-time Housekeeper so the household runs smoothly and feels calm and well managed.