PART-TIME NANNY / FAMILY ASSISTANT
Ford's Colony Williamsburg, Virginia Schedule 30 guaranteed hours per week; before-school and after-school coverage plus flexible family-assistant hours Compensation $26-$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications plus gas mileage Children Three children, ages 16, 9, and 7 (primary care is for the two younger children) Start Date As soon as the right candidate is selected / mutually agreed The Position A warm, busy Williamsburg family is seeking a dependable, proactive nanny/family assistant to provide consistent before- and after-school care and help keep the household running smoothly. The ideal candidate will be organized, safety-conscious, comfortable driving children, and happy to combine childcare with practical household support. Core Schedule
Tuesday and Friday:
6:30-9:30 AM for before-school care and the morning routine.
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
3:30-5:30 PM for after-school care, snacks/meals, and activities. Additional hours after the morning shift and before the afternoon shift to do extra househool chores but not full house-keeping.
- Monday may include additional hours, depending on the father's finalized flex-day schedule.
- The position guarantees 30 paid hours each week. Hours outside the fixed childcare windows will be scheduled for household support, errands, school-closure coverage, and other agreed family needs.
- Some flexibility is requested for school holidays, teacher workdays, and school vacations. Childcare Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, reliable care and maintain a safe, positive environment.
- Assist the younger children with morning and after-school routines.
- Prepare snacks and simple meals for the children.
- Transport children safely to school and activities, including gymnastics at Williamsburg Gymnastics.
- Support age-appropriate independence, organization, and respectful behavior.
- Communicate clearly with the parents about schedules, activities, and any concerns. Family Assistant Responsibilities
- Children's and family laundry, including folding and putting items away.
- Load/unload the dishwasher and keep common areas and children's spaces tidy.
- Simple meal preparation and light kitchen reset.
- Grocery pickup, shopping, and occasional family errands.
- Dog walking and basic pet care.
- Help the family prepare for changing school and activity schedules. Ideal Candidate
- Experienced with school-age children and confident managing more than one child.
- Dependable, punctual, proactive, and comfortable working independently.
- A safe driver with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
- Certified in CPR and First Aid
- Comfortable with dogs and willing to assist with pet care.
- Able to balance childcare priorities with light household tasks.
- Professional, communicative, and interested in a stable, long-term position.
Hiring Process Qualified candidates will complete a video interview, an in-person family meeting, and a paid working interview. References, a comprehensive background check, and a driving-record check will be completed before the working interview. To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction to Williamsburg Nanny Agency.
Pay:
$26.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 30.0 per week
Benefits:
Paid time off Application Question(s): Please give a brief overview of your experience in a similar job.
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
nannying: 2 years (Required) childcare : 5 years (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Williamsburg, VA 23188 (Required)
Work Location:
In person