EC010 - Monday-Thursday Nanny - Upper East Side

Overview

A warm, professional couple based on the Upper East Side is seeking an experienced weekday nanny for their 16-month-old son.

Both parents work, so this is a sole-charge position. The nanny will take full responsibility for the child’s care throughout the day, from the morning routine through bedtime. The family is looking for someone confident and capable who can independently manage his schedule, meals, activities and developmental needs.

The schedule will be Monday through Thursday, approximately 12 hours per day, with 48 guaranteed hours per week. The role can be live-out, although accommodation may be available for the right candidate.

This is a fully child-focused position with no general household cleaning required. The family hopes to find a nanny who is warm, calm, caring and easy to have in the home. The ideal candidate will be proactive and engaging without feeling the need to keep the child constantly scheduled or entertained. They should respect the family’s privacy and personal space, communicate openly and be interested in becoming a valued, long-term part of the household.

Responsibilities

• Manage the child’s morning, daytime and bedtime routines
• Plan age-appropriate activities, playdates and outings
• Support developmental milestones through engaging play and learning
• Prepare and serve all meals and snacks for the child
• Manage the child’s laundry and keep his clothing and wardrobe organized
• Keep the nursery, play areas and child-related belongings clean and organized
• Coordinate with the weekend nanny to maintain consistency
• Communicate openly with the parents regarding the child’s routine and development
• Provide occasional evening babysitting with advance notice
• Travel with the family occasionally, as agreed

Qualifications

• Calm, warm and genuinely caring
• Experienced and confident with toddlers
• Knowledgeable about early childhood development
• Flexible and comfortable with daytime and evening care
• Proactive without feeling the need to keep the child constantly scheduled
• Organized, reliable and able to work independently
• Respectful of the family’s privacy and personal space
• Collaborative and comfortable working with involved parents
• Clear and professional communicator

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of professional nanny experience
• Recent experience caring for infants and toddlers
• Excellent, verifiable professional references
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• CPR and first-aid certificationAbility to travel domestically and internationally, if required

Salary and Benefits

• $35+ per hour, depending on experience
• 48 guaranteed hours per week including applicable overtime, with the potential for additional hours
• Healthcare and OMNY transportation benefit
• Paid vacation, sick days and federal holidays