Family Assistant

The Nanny League•Cortlandt Manor, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A warm, busy Connecticut family is seeking an experienced, proactive full-time nanny and family assistant for three children, including an infant. This is a long-term, weekend-focused position with two guaranteed days off. The family is open to live-in accommodation on workdays only, with a private guest bedroom and bathroom, or a live-out arrangement. Candidates must live within commuting distance and be willing to commute occasionally to the city with the family. The schedule is approximately 40–50 hours per week, includes weekend coverage, early mornings, and some evenings, and may vary with school days off, children’s illnesses, and parents’ work events. Rare overnights may be requested when an event runs late; notice and compensation will be discussed in advance. The role combines childcare with family support. The nanny will collaborate respectfully with the household’s housekeeper. A paid, multi-day working trial will take place before a final hiring decision. The target start date is early November. Pay is $40–50+ per hour gross depending on experience, paid via payroll. Benefits will be discussed based on experience, schedule, and responsibilities.

Requirements

Substantial professional nanny experience in private homes; the posting’s qualifications specify a minimum of five years of professional nanny experience as an alternative to a BA/BS college degree or an associate degree in a related field.
At least five years of childcare experience in any field.
Strong infant-care experience and experience managing multiple children of different ages.
Current infant and child CPR and first aid certification, with willingness to renew as needed.
A first responder course is required.
Confidence using an epinephrine auto-injector in an emergency.
Excellent recent work and personal references.
Clean driving record and a U.S. driver’s license (the posting says this does not apply to NYC residents).
Competent swimmer, if and when required.
Strong safety awareness.
Fluent English.
Non-smoker.
Able to make a one-year commitment unless applying for a temporary position.
Eligible to work in the U.S.
Willing to sign the no-cell-phone-driving guarantee.
Willing to complete Stop the Silence training upon membership.
Live within commuting distance and be willing to commute occasionally to the city with the family.
Tdap vaccination is required.
Willing to sign an NDA and undergo reference and background checks.

Nice To Haves

Spanish fluency is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide attentive care for three children, including an infant.
Plan and engage children in age-appropriate activities, outings, reading, and play.
Manage school and activity transitions.
Prepare and serve meals and snacks for the children.
Drive safely using the family’s dedicated car.
Do children’s laundry and tidy children’s spaces.
Plan meals, shop for groceries, and prepare nutritious meals.
Take ownership of the household’s daily rhythm, anticipate needs, and flag potential issues.
Collaborate respectfully with the housekeeper.
Commute occasionally to the city with the family.
Provide occasional overnight coverage when requested, with advance notice and compensation discussed beforehand.