San Mateo Family Assistant & Nanny (Proactive, Structured & Caring)
Position:
Full-Time Family Assistant /
Nanny Location:
San Mateo, CA Start Date:
ASAP Schedule:
Monday-Friday, typically 12:00 PM-5:00/6:00 PM; one evening per week for a weekly date-night shift
Compensation:
$40
Driving:
Required Children:
Two school-age children (4 and 8)
Pets:
Small friendly dogs
Benefits:
- Guaranteed hours and steady full-time schedule
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Long-term, stable employment opportunity
Role:
An active family in San Mateo is seeking a dependable, highly organized, and proactive full-time Family Assistant to join their household long-term. The role combines childcare for two neurodiverse children (focusing on routine, emotional regulation, and positive engagement) with proactive household management. The ideal candidate is a clear and prompt communicator who excels at planning ahead, organizing afternoon activities, and maintaining a calm, structured, and supportive environment
Key Responsibilities:
Family Assistant / Household Support
- Maintain clear, proactive, and regular communication with parents regarding daily updates, scheduling, and household needs
- Manage household laundry: washing, drying, folding, and organizing
- Run routine errands, includi ng grocery shopping and household restocking
- Proactively plan and prepare simple meals 2-3 times per week
- Maintain overall tidiness and organization of the home Childcare (Primary Focus, Afternoons)
- Pick up children from school and safely transport them to activities
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks
- Assist with unpacking backpacks, organizing school items, and keeping routines on track
- Proactively plan and lead engaging afternoon activities (park visits, crafts, library trips, outdoor play, structured free-time)
- Provide calm, emotionally regulated, and consistent support tailored to neurodiverse children who thrive on clear routines and positive reinforcement Qualifications (Required)
- Minimum 5 years of professional in-home nanny or family assistant experience
- Strong emotional regulation, patience, and high attention to detail
- Proactive mindset with a proven ability to independently plan meals, schedule activities, and manage afternoon logistics
- Excellent, proactive English communication skills (prompt daily updates and open dialogue with parents)
- Experience or strong alignment working with neurodiverse children who benefit from structure and consistency
- Valid driver's license and reliable driving record; comfortable driving children
- Current vaccinations, including
COVID-19
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and complete California TrustLine registration
- Excellent professional references from previous employer(s)
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with sound judgment and discretion To apply: Submit your information here: https://www.
goldengatenannies.
com/nanny-app Questions or follow-up:
(408) 464-6899
- please leave a voicemail or send a text.
Website:
www. GoldenGateNannies. com
Pay:
$40.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have a clear driving history? Do you have paid experience working with children? Where are you located in the Bay Area?
Experience:
Nanny:
4 years (Required) school aged children : 4 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
drivers license (Required)
Work Location:
In person