Full-Time Nanny in Manhattan (Position Filled)

Job Overview

We had an opening for a full-time nanny position located in Turtle Bay, Manhattan, NYC. The working schedule was Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including one or two evenings weekly, guaranteeing over 45 hours per week with some flexibility needed. The role involved caring for two girls, aged 1 and 3 years old. The position required an immediate start and has since been filled.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced caring for infants and toddlers, specifically similar age groups and multiples.
• Possess a warm, kind, and positive attitude.
• Capable of setting and enforcing boundaries kindly and firmly, promoting manners.
• Enjoys engaging children in educational and imaginative activities.
• Passionate about supporting cognitive, physical, and emotional development.
• Adaptable, flexible, proactive, and reliable.
• Clean, organized, and neat.
• Effective communicator who works well independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable in a home environment with parents working remotely.
• Dedicated to establishing a long-term relationship with the family.
• Capable of preparing healthy, home-cooked meals and snacks, preferably involving children in fun cooking, especially baking.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Handle diaper changes and maintain hygiene.
• Manage children's sleep and eating routines.
• Perform laundry for children.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks.
• Read to children and accompany them on park visits and playdates.
• Maintain tidiness in children's rooms and shared spaces.
• Assist with daily grooming and dressing, including hair care with braiding experience as a plus.
• Plan creative and entertaining activities.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years full-time nanny experience with infants and toddlers.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Provide 2-3 strong, relevant references.
• Flexible scheduling availability.
• Proficient in cooking healthy meals for children.
• Strong communication capabilities.
• Exemplary moral standards balancing firmness with warmth.
• Willingness to accompany the family on occasional travel.

Additional Advantages

• Experience with Montessori educational methods.
• Bilingual abilities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage between $35 and $40 with overtime pay after 40 hours per week.
• Ten paid vacation days annually.
• Paid major holidays.
• Five paid sick days per year.
• Reimbursement for MTA transportation costs.
• Additional benefits may be negotiated based on candidate qualifications.

Additional Information

The position was filled, and applications for this role are now closed. The job was posted on February 26, 2025, in Manhattan, New York, NY. The candidate was expected to have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Contact details or further company information were not provided.