AC248 - Part-Time Nanny/Mother's Helper - Manhattan, NY
About The Position
A warm family in East Midtown, Manhattan, is seeking a kind, nurturing, and engaging part-time Nanny/Mother’s Helper to care for their 16-month-old daughter and provide light household support. The child is curious and active, and the role emphasizes attentive, developmentally appropriate care, hands-on play, and supporting her learning and independence. The position combines childcare with child-related tidying, laundry, and simple cooking for the child; cooking or meal preparation for the family is preferred. The mother is a stay-at-home parent. The nanny should be comfortable taking direction, communicating openly, and collaborating within a close-knit family environment. A separate housekeeper handles deep cleaning. The family has a hypoallergenic Cockapoo, and the candidate should be comfortable around the dog. The general schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday may also be an option; Sundays may be considered instead of Saturdays for the right candidate. Local candidates only. The family offers $40 or more per hour, commensurate with experience and cooking ability.
Requirements
- Prior experience in a similar role with children of the same or similar age.
- CPR certified.
- Valid U.S. work authorization.
- Warm, kind, friendly, and genuinely enjoys being around young children.
- Playful, creative, and enthusiastic about supporting a toddler's development.
- Responsible and dependable, with sound judgment.
- A self-starter who can anticipate needs and take initiative.
- Receptive to direction, adaptable, and easy to work with.
- Comfortable collaborating with a stay-at-home parent in a close-knit family environment.
- Organized and capable of balancing childcare with light household responsibilities.
- Comfortable around the family's hypoallergenic Cockapoo.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to travel is a plus, but not required.
- Willingness and ability to cook or prepare meals for the entire family.
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for the child.
- Engage the child through play, reading, music, and age-appropriate learning activities, including hands-on floor play rather than passive entertainment.
- Encourage early learning, including numbers, animals, language development, and exploration.
- Take the child to nearby classes, museums, playdates, and other age-appropriate city activities.
- Plan engaging outings and activities while ensuring the child's safety and well-being.
- Maintain the child's daily routine and keep her play areas tidy.
- Provide general childcare.
- Communicate with Mom about activities, meals, and daily updates.
- Handle the child's laundry and keep her clothing organized.
- Change crib sheets as needed.
- Dust and wipe down surfaces; tidy common areas and keep the environment organized.
- Assist with household tidying related to the child and her activities, including wiping surfaces, sanitizing toys, and putting toys away.
- Prepare fresh, simple, nutritious meals for the child and safely store prepared food in the refrigerator.
- Assist with basic meal preparation; cooking for the entire family is preferred.
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and clean up after meal preparation.
- Help facilitate outings, playdates, and family activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
