AC186 - Full-Time Nanny - Detroit, MI

British American Household Staffing•Detroit, MI

20d•$40

About The Position

A warm, well-traveled family in the Metro Detroit area of MI, is seeking an experienced, flexible nanny to support and care for their one-year-old daughter. The family has a second home in Northern Michigan and travels often, and the nanny is expected to travel. The family is exploring a childcare arrangement that offers flexibility, including the option of a live-in role. This position is ideal for a professional nanny who enjoys variety, travel, and seamlessly integrating into an easygoing household. The child was born prematurely and has adjusted and is developing normally. The ideal candidate will have experience with preemies and will be able to support her needs. The general schedule will be Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 5pm and Fridays from 8am to 12pm. The family is open to an 8:30am start as well.

Requirements

Prior experience with preemies
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
U.S. or U.K. passport preferred
Pet-Friendly – The family has two dogs (30lb and 50lb) - hypoallergenic
Ability to swim
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
CPR/First Aid certified
Up-to-date vaccinations for Covid and Flu
Advanced education in early childhood development (master’s preferred)
Legal to work in the U.S

Nice To Haves

Capable of providing structure while also being able to go with the flow when plans change
Worldly and familiar with British/European cultures preferred
Fun, easygoing, and truly loves being a part of a child’s growth and development
Dependable, reliable, and trustworthy
Comfortable with occasional work-from-home parents
Emotionally intelligent, professional, and discreet
Works intuitively without direction while adhering to parents’ preferences
Thoughtful and kind
Friendly and positive demeanor
Ability to speak another language
Comfortable with road trips and long durations in the car

Responsibilities

Always ensuring the safety and well-being of the child
Actively engaging the child in age-appropriate play-based learning, music, and cultural exposure
Maintain all daily routines, including naps, meal plan/prep, feeding, bathing, diapering, and activity schedules
Support developmental milestones through tracking and active participation
Work in collaboration with the parents and keep a nanny log
Communicate any questions or concerns promptly, ensuring seamless care
All child-related housekeeping, laundry, tidying up, organization, and stocking of the child’s room and areas
Limit screen time
Teach the child a secondary language
Create a warm, nurturing environment for the child to thrive
Travel plan/prep
Pack/unpack and maintain some continuity for the child
Travel domestically and internationally