AS703 - ROTA NCS/Infant Nanny - SoHo, NYC

British American Household Staffing•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A warm, private family in New York City is seeking an incredible ROTA NCS/nanny to assist with care of their first child, who was born March 2026. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert, evidence-based childcare while helping create a nurturing, well-organized environment. The schedule for this role will be 24/7, 7 days on/off, alternating with the family's NCS, who will transition to a ROTA schedule. The family is open to a candidate who is interested in 6 months to a year, or someone who wants to stay with the family more long-term. The family is looking for someone who is calm, confident, and highly experienced—a trusted professional who can work independently within a private household while respecting the family's rhythms, privacy, and security needs. This position is ideal for someone who finds fulfillment in working seamlessly alongside a family, providing exceptional care with a gentle, unobtrusive presence. The family is willing to provide separate accommodations outside of the family's home, if the candidate is not local to NYC, or they are willing to assist with fly in/out. They are seeking the best of the best and are happy to be flexible for the right person.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of professional nanny experience
Experience with infants as young as 3 months, including overnight
Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) certification required
ROTA or 20/7 NCS experience
Knowledgeable about developmental milestones, and educationally focused
Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification
Dog owner or extensive dog experience - must enjoy building a positive relationship with our family dog and participating actively in baby + dog walks
Up-to-date vaccinations (Covid, Flu, MMR, RSV, Tdap)
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Excellent, verifiable references from previous families
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Comfortable with a respectful, unobtrusive working style
Comfortable following parents lead on all discipline and developmental decisions
Prioritize safety always
NDA and confidentiality agreements required before start
Household security protocols must be followed
Comprehensive background investigation required, including criminal check, employment and education verification, credit check, and potential interview with private investigator

Nice To Haves

Calm, steady, and unflappable under pressure
Highly discreet with strong professional boundaries
Organized, methodical, and detail-oriented
Clear communicator who inspires confidence
Self-directed and proactive
Educational background
Warm yet respectful presence that feels natural and unobtrusive
Service-oriented professional who enjoys working independently
Comfortable with appropriate professional boundaries
Values discretion and respects parental choices
Takes pride in anticipating needs and providing excellent care
Non-judgmental and supportive of parental decisions
Comfortable with all cleaning and organization tasks
Dog-savvy and genuinely enjoys working with dogs
Adaptable and responsive to changing needs
Able to integrate smoothly with minimal onboarding
Discretion is essential and deeply appreciated

Responsibilities

Bring baby to mother for breastfeeding (overnight and as needed)
Wash and prepare all bottles
Bring breast pump to mother wherever she is located
Clean and maintain all pumping equipment and accessories
Keep all feeding supplies organized and ready
Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of the child at all times
Implement and maintain safe sleep practices aligned with current guidelines
Help establish and support feeding and sleep routines appropriate for developmental stages
Handle all diaper changes and maintain diaper changing systems
Monitor baby's wellbeing, feeding patterns, and developmental progress
Maintain pristine cleanliness of all baby-related spaces
Clean and replace burp cloths, baby clothing, and linens promptly after use
Organize and maintain baby clothing, gear, and supplies
Daily cleaning and organization of toys and play equipment
Monitor inventory; proactively alert parents when supplies need reordering
Prepare strollers and diaper bag for walks and outings
Set up and take down play areas (playpens, mats) as requested
Ensure readiness for restaurant outings and other public venues
Track routines, observations, and milestones
Provide concise handoff documentation as appropriate
Brief, situational check-ins with parents as needed
Report directly to mother (and father as appropriate)
Coordinate thoughtfully with broader household as needed
Transportation coordinated through family security/provided driver when applicable
Recommend age-appropriate products and equipment as needed