#543 Full-Time Nanny/Family Assistant in Union Square, NYC

Location: Union Square, NYC (family will be moving to the West Village in ~1 year)

General Schedule: Full-time, 40–45 hours per week guaranteed (depending on candidate’s preferences). The preferred schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, but Monday through Friday candidates will also be considered. Includes 1–2 evening shifts per week. Sample schedules (flexible on exact hours): 

Tuesday to Saturday 

• Tue & Fri 12-8 pm, Wed/Thu/Sat 9-5 pm

Monday to Friday

• Tue & Fri 12-8 pm, Mon/Wed/Thurs 9-5pm

Child’s age: currently 6 months old

Ideal start date: June 2025

Travel: 

• 3-4 trips/year (7-10 days each)
• All expenses covered
• Private bedroom and bathroom provided, no expectation for overnight care of child
• Overtime and overnight pay as applicable
• Guaranteed 1 day off per 7-day trip, plus 1 paid recovery day upon return

Job Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Childcare:

• Diaper changes and supporting overall healthy hygiene
• Engaging the child in age-appropriate activities
• Sterilizing baby equipment
• Manage the child’s laundry
• Reading, tummy time, indoor and outdoor play
• Eventually, preparing meals for the child
• Taking the child to activities and arranging playdates 
• Keeping the child’s room and the shared spaces in the home clean and tidy

Family Assistant & Household Support:

• Organization, grocery runs, errands, restocking household items, unpacking boxes, loading and unloading the dishwasher, occasional family meal prep, and light housekeeping (vacuuming, family laundry, helping to put things away and keep the household orderly).
• Teamwork: Work in coordination with stay-at-home mom, take initiative, partner with existing staff
• Flexibility to shift toward more childcare as family grows
• Assist with packing/unpacking for travel

Ideal Candidate:

• 3+ year of full-time nanny or family assistant experience with a similar age group
• Warm, emotionally intelligent, and communicative 
• Gentle and respectful of the family’s parenting style (no sleep training or bottle feeding pressure)
• Interested in a long-term role that will evolve with the family
• Professional yet approachable demeanor
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with mom and on a team (the family has two personal assistants who help with household responsibilities and a house cleaner)

Requirements:

• 3+ years of FT nanny or family assistant experience with a similar age group
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S
• 2–3 strong, relevant references
• Ability to travel with the family domestically and internationally
• Respectful of gentle parenting style
• Vaccinated (TDAP, COVID, Flu)
• CPR and First Aid Certified (or willing to get it renewed)
• Comfortable around a cat

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with a base hourly rate of $40 + / – per hour. Legal pay, on a W-2, with benefits. Additional travel pay: anticipated earnings of approximately $5,200–$10,400 per year on top of the guaranteed 40 hours.

Benefits:

• Vacation: 10 paid vacation days
• All federal holidays, with flexibility for swaps if stated at time of contract signing
• Sick Days: 5 per year
• Healthcare Stipend
• Unlimited MTA card