Weekend Nanny / Family Assistant

About the Position

A warm family in Brooklyn Heights, NY is seeking a compassionate and experienced Weekend Nanny / Family Assistant to care for their two young children, a 3-year-old boy and a 6-month-old girl. This role offers approximately 20–24 hours per week, primarily encompassing weekend shifts from Friday afternoon or evening through Sunday evening, with flexibility required. Summer travel to the family’s upstate New York residence occurs every other weekend, with transportation arranged and private accommodations provided. Driving is not mandatory but the nanny will have the opportunity to accompany the children in the family’s golf cart for local outings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver age-appropriate, attentive care to both children including bottle feeding, diaper changes, and developmental support.
• Engage children in screen-free play and suitable activities, supporting bath and bedtime routines.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for the children; additional family meal preparation preferred for confident cooks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of children’s rooms, play areas, and shared spaces.
• Perform light housekeeping such as laundry, dishwasher duties, and tidying common areas.
• Assist with household organization and replenishment of child-related supplies.
• Run occasional errands including grocery or gift shopping.
• When parents are present with children, provide occasional dog walking for their two small friendly dogs.

Candidate Qualities and Requirements

• Minimum of three years professional nanny experience caring for infants and toddlers.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to renew these credentials.
• Comfortable around dogs and able to drive a golf cart safely with a strapped toddler on board.
• Pool safety competence due to water proximity at upstate home.
• Up-to-date standard vaccinations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work proactively and independently while collaborating with parents.
• Flexible schedule with at least two weeks advanced notice for any changes; willingness to travel upstate every other weekend in summer.

Schedule and Travel

Typical weekend schedule offers about 24 hours: Friday 12:00pm–10:00pm, Saturday 11:00am–6:00pm, Sunday 9:00am–4:00pm, with variances allowing for flexibility. Candidates available only Saturdays and Sundays who can travel upstate Fridays will receive additional weekend hours to meet the minimum.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage of $40 to $45, gross or net depending on experience and preference.
• One to two paid weekends off annually.
• Two to three paid sick days per year.
• Paid holidays that coincide with scheduled workdays.
• Family covers all travel expenses during upstate visits.
• Private bedroom provided for overnight stays at the upstate home.

Additional Information

This position fosters a nurturing environment and helps maintain smooth household operations. Start date targeted for May or June 2025.