Part-time Nanny/Family Assistant in Los Altos, CA I Weekend and Evening Childcare Position
About The Position
A welcoming and thoughtful family of 3 is seeking an experienced caregiver to become a trusted extension of their family. The ideal candidate will value warmth, consistency, meaningful engagement, and calm professionalism. This role involves working collaboratively with existing childcare support, primarily during evening and weekend hours. The family is looking for someone who views childcare as a meaningful career and is interested in building a long-term relationship. The 3-year-old son is sweet, active, and energetic, enjoying outdoor play, dinosaurs, and cars. He would benefit from a nanny who engages in active play and shares his love for the outdoors.
Requirements
- 10 years of professional experience caring for young children in private homes and/or exceptional early childhood settings.
- Demonstrated success confidently managing evening routines and bedtime.
- A valid driver's license.
- Clean driving record.
- Reliable personal vehicle.
- Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Up-to-date vaccinations.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Fluent in English.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Willingness to work when the child is mildly ill.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality (NDA) and professionalism.
Nice To Haves
- A career nanny who finds joy in engaging young children through movement, conversation, outdoor play, and enriching experiences.
- Flexibility to cover occasional date nights.
- Openness to occasional domestic travel.
- Strong family assistant instincts, including the ability to anticipate needs before being asked.
- Thoughtfully support child-related organization, errands, and supplies.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Encourage learning through conversation, reading, music, exploration, and play.
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the child.
- Support bath time, evening routines, and bedtime.
- Communicate proactively with parents about routines, activities, and noteworthy events.
- Organize child-related spaces, clothing, toys, and gear.
- Complete child-related laundry and light tidying or resetting of child spaces.
- Help with child-related groceries, supplies, and errands.
- Anticipate child-related needs.
- Provide thoughtful day-to-day family support.
- Work collaboratively with parents and the family's existing childcare support.
Benefits
- 20 Guaranteed Hours (per week)
- 5 Days of Sick Pay
- 1 Week of Vacation Pay
- Overtime Pay (when applicable)
- Opportunity for Occasional Domestic Travel
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
