#616- Full-Time Nanny in Midtown West

Location: Midtown West
Schedule: Monday – Friday, from approximately 8:00am – 6:00pm
Child: One child, 18 months old
Start Date: ASAP

About the Family

A warm and loving mother is seeking a full-time nanny for her sweet, curious, and active 18-month-old son. Mom works full-time on a hybrid schedule, splitting her time between working from home and in the office.

The child is highly observant, social, communicative, and loves outdoor play and interactive games. The family follows a gentle parenting philosophy and values the Montessori method and child-led play. Seeking a nanny who deeply respects children as individuals, values emotional regulation, and can support the child’s growth with patience, sensitivity, and intention.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Warm, kind, communicative, and emotionally intelligent
• Deeply attentive to a child’s emotional and developmental needs
• Experienced with toddlers and early developmental milestones
• Sensitive, patient, and able to connect with children on an individual level
• Aligned with gentle parenting, Montessori principles, and child-led play
• Highly engaged and present (minimal personal phone use while actively caring for the child)
• Active and enthusiastic about spending time outdoors 
• Strong in English communication
• Comfortable with travel and comfortable with being on or around boats; a confident swimmer is preferred

Nice to Have:

• Montessori certification
• German or Polish speaking
• Enjoys travel and adventure

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Actively engaging the child in fun, age-appropriate activities
• Supporting the achievement of age-appropriate milestones 
• Diaper changes and supporting healthy hygiene
• Maintaining the child’s nap and eating schedules
• Child-related meal preparation and laundry
• Taking the child to parks, playdates, classes, and activities
• Keeping the home’s main spaces and the child’s room clean and tidy
• Occasional child-related errands
• Maintaining open daily communication with Mom
• Supporting family travel and helping maintain the child’s routines and transitions while away

Travel

Travel is required for approximately 6 weeks per year, typically in 1 – 2 week increments. Destinations include domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Significant full-time nanny experience with toddlers and school-aged children
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Strong, relevant childcare references
• Strong English communication skills
• Confident swimmer
• Fully vaccinated
• Tech-comfortable and able to navigate everyday smartphone communication/tools
• Non-smoker
• Able to travel domestically and internationally 
• Flexible with the schedule

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, starting at approximately $40/hr, based on experience and credentials
• Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
• Paid sick leave
• 10 days of paid vacation 
• Paid holidays 
• Healthcare stipend
• Uber home provided for late nights or unsafe commuting hours
• Additional discretionary stipend/perks available depending on the overall compensation structure

This is an excellent opportunity for a nanny passionate about early childhood development seeking a meaningful, long-term position with a thoughtful and respectful family.