A Nanny or Babysitter provides care for children in their homes. Stays with children on a regular basis or for occasional day or evening times, or works full time; may live with a family.
2+ Years of Professional Childcare Experience, Valid Driver's License, Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
Location:
Needham Heights, MA Compensation:
$35-$45/hour | 40 guaranteed hours per week | $72,800-$93,600/year
Start Date:
ASAP, with flexibility for the right fit
Children:
5-year-old boy, 4-year-old boy, 1.5-year-old girl, and 3-week-old newborn
Benefits:
10 paid vacation days (5 aligned with the family's prearranged vacation schedule and 5 at the nanny's discretion), 5 paid sick days, Paid major federal holidays, Monthly healthcare stipend if needed, Long-term incentive bonus with a 2-year commitment
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Occasional weekend or date-night support would be appreciated but is not required.
Description:
About the Family A warm, busy family in Needham Heights, MA is seeking an experienced, engaged Nanny to join their household in a long-term role.
The family has four children:
a 5-year-old boy, 4-year-old boy, 1.5-year-old girl, and a newborn who is currently 3 weeks old. The 5-year-old is very organized, loves schedules, enjoys helping, and is becoming increasingly self-sufficient. He is very smart, loves sports, and will be attending kindergarten. His 4-year-old brother is described as the family's "wild child"—active, loving, and lots of fun. He benefits from guidance, structure, and clear boundaries and will be attending preschool. Their 1.5-year-old daughter is easygoing and calm, with a love of puzzles, books, and activities such as music and gym. She is not yet potty trained. The newest addition to the family is a 3-week-old newborn. Both parents are actively involved in the children's school routines. Mom works from home, while Dad has a hybrid schedule and works from home on Mondays and Fridays. The family values a positive, organized household and is looking for a nanny who can confidently take initiative while remaining transparent and communicative. About the Role This is a full-time Nanny position focused on caring for the children and helping the family maintain a smooth daily routine. The nanny will primarily care for the younger children during school hours, with all four children in the nanny's care from approximately 2:30pm-4:00pm. The 5-year-old will attend school Monday-Friday from 8:30am-2:30pm. The 4-year-old will attend school Monday-Thursday from 8:45am-2:30pm and Fridays from 8:45am-1:00pm. Mom and Dad handle all school drop-offs and pick-ups. The 1.5-year-old attends one class or activity each day, has lunch around 11:30am, and typically naps at 12:30pm for approximately two hours. After her nap, she will be home with her siblings for play, activities, and afternoon routines. The ideal candidate will be genuinely engaged with the children and enjoy creating a structured, active, and positive environment. The family is looking for someone who is calm and self-regulated, maintains a positive mindset, takes initiative, and can establish appropriate boundaries while remaining warm and nurturing. Organization and transparency are especially important to the family. Child-related household responsibilities will include everything related to the children's care, preparing lunch for the 1.5-year-old, cleaning up after activities, and light home tidying. The nanny should be comfortable stepping in proactively and helping keep the children's spaces and routines organized.
Requirements:
Prior professional nanny experience Experience caring for infants and young children Confident caring for multiple children of different ages Strong newborn and infant care skills Calm, patient, self-regulated, and nurturing Genuinely engaged and enthusiastic about spending time with children Positive mindset and ability to remain composed in a busy household Comfortable providing structure, guidance, and appropriate boundaries Organized, proactive, and able to take initiative Transparent and communicative with parents Comfortable supporting children's activities, routines, meals, and naps Comfortable with potty-training-aged children Willing to assist with child-related household tasks, activity clean-up, and light tidying Valid driver's license and clean driving record Own reliable vehicle required for on-the-job driving Comfortable traveling with the family to Florida once or twice per year Excellent references from previous families Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Pets:
No pets and no plans to add pets
Transportation:
Nanny must have their own reliable vehicle for on-the-job driving. Parking is available.
Travel:
Travel to Florida once or twice per year is required.
