KP841 - ROTA Nanny - Atherton, CA

Overview

A warm, dynamic family in Atherton, CA, is seeking a career ROTA nanny for their 8 month-old, starting asap. The position will operate on a 1–2 week ROTA schedule, with the nanny working approximately 1–2 weeks on followed by 1–2 weeks off, depending on the family's needs and agreed rota. 

The family travels regularly and is seeking a nanny who has significant previous experience travelling with high-profile/private families, including both domestic and international travel. The ideal candidate will be genuinely excited by a travel-heavy lifestyle and comfortable managing the practicalities of travelling with an infant, including packing, organising nursery supplies, maintaining routines across different time zones and environments, and adapting quickly to changing schedules.

The family is ideally seeking a long-term commitment from candidates to ensure consistency of care for their child, long-term nannies who are excited to grow with them, who can build a meaningful relationship with their child, and adapt as their needs evolve. They’re seeking warm, thoughtful nannies who are truly passionate and knowledgeable about child development, dedicated to creating a nurturing and calm environment, and who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented household. 

This is a deeply valued role in a loving home, with involved, mindful parents who respect and appreciate the unique contributions of a fantastic nanny. BAHS placed the family's second ROTA nanny.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and high-quality care for an 8-month-old baby 
• Follow the baby’s daily routine (feeding, diaper changes, nap times, playtime).
• Engage in age-appropriate developmental activities such as tummy time, sensory play, reading, and music.
• Create a joyful, loving environment where the baby feels safe, stimulated, and supported.
• All typical nursery duties will apply - keeping play areas tidy, keeping on top of supplies, removing old toys/ wardrobe items that no longer fit, etc.
• Ensure safety, comfort, safe sleep practices, and a clean environment for the baby.
• Take full responsibility for the baby's needs while travelling, including packing and organising all essential baby-related items, clothing, food, equipment and supplies.
• Travel confidently and seamlessly with the family on domestic and international trips, maintaining the baby's routine and comfort while away from home.
• Be adaptable and solution-oriented when travelling, including managing changes in schedule, location, time zone and routine.
• Collaborate with the parents to develop and implement routines that support the baby's developmental needs and adjust as the baby grows.
• The parents value candidates who can gently guide them when required, while enabling them to be autonomous and hands-on whenever they can be

Qualifications

• Extensive previous travel experience with private families is essential. Candidates should have a strong track record of travelling internationally and domestically with employers and be completely comfortable with frequent, sometimes long-haul travel.
• Experience travelling with infants and young children is highly desirable.
• Comfortable managing all aspects of infant care while travelling, including packing, logistics, equipment, routines, sleep and feeding.
• A minimum of 5 years’ nanny experience with babies aged 0-24 months
• A degree or certification in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Infant Care, or equivalent professional experience
• Must be well-versed in developmental milestones, have baby-led weaning experience, and knowledge of infant care, including feeding, sleep routines, and safety 
• Must be emotionally stable, low ego, low drama, and a team player - staff retention is strong in this household, and everyone works together collaboratively/ harmoniously
• Must be calm, grounded, and emotionally regulated
• The ideal candidate will be passionate about childcare, dedicated to creating a nurturing environment, and able to work collaboratively with hands-on parents, household staff (Chef, Housekeeper, PA), and fellow caregivers, as well as take charge and work autonomously when this is required.
• Portuguese language skills are a huge plus
• Ability to swim/ drive (with a clean and current driving license)

Requirements

• US passport, Green Card or EAC, and be willing to travel with the family domestically and internationally
• Substantial international and domestic family travel experience is required.
• Must be genuinely comfortable with and enthusiastic about a ROTA lifestyle and frequent travel.
• Must feel comfortable and excited to work collaboratively with a present parent and other household staff 
• Must be a strong communicator and be equally capable and comfortable taking charge as stepping back.
• Desire to make a long-term commitment to a loving family  
• Infant and child CPR certification
• Must be up to date on Flu/RSV/Tdap and MMR vaccinations
• All candidates should be non-smokers

Salary and Benefits

• Up to $180,000
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision), 10 Days Paid Vacation, 10 Days Paid Sick Leave + 401k (not matching) and a discretionary bonus.