Full-Time Live-In Nanny – Upper East Side, NYC

Position Overview

A full-time live-in nanny position is available for a family residing in Upper East Side, Manhattan. The role involves caring for an 11-month-old child with working hours typically from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday or Monday through Saturday, based on mutual agreement. The position is set to begin in July 2025.

Candidate Qualities

• Warm, calm, and emotionally sensitive individual with genuine affection for children.
• Professional, discreet, and cooperative work approach.
• Interest in a long-term engagement and meaningful relationship with the family.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with a stay-at-home parent.
• Trustworthy and honest nature fostering mutual respect and integrity.
• Committed to nurturing the child's well-being and development.
• Knowledge in child development, early childhood education, or psychology is highly favorable.
• Portuguese language skills are encouraged, but not mandatory.

Core Responsibilities

• Designing and leading age-appropriate activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive growth.
• Engaging the child with reading, encouraging language skills, outdoor walks, and play-oriented learning.
• Managing nap times, soothing the child back to sleep, and assisting with bed and bath routines.
• Preparing solid foods, bottle feeding, and sterilizing equipment including breast pump parts.
• Changing diapers and ensuring all aspects of hygiene are maintained.
• Laundry duties specific to the child’s clothing and upkeep of nursery and common living spaces.
• Participating in activities such as swim lessons alongside the child and mother.
• Occasional travel accompanying the family.
• Additional household support such as family laundry and bed making may be requested, with salary reflecting any broader responsibilities.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of full-time nanny experience with infants and toddlers.
• Strong references from long-term positions.
• Authorization to work legally in the United States.
• Current vaccinations including Tdap, flu, COVID-19, and MMR.
• CPR and First Aid certifications or willingness to renew before starting.
• Flexibility to work on holidays is a significant advantage.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay ranging from $35 to $45 or more, depending on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.
• W-2 employment status with overtime pay for over 40 hours per week.
• Ten paid vacation days annually.
• Paid federal holidays.
• Between seven to eight paid sick or personal days each year.
• Unlimited use of OMNY public transit card.
• Healthcare stipend provided.