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A friendly and laid-back family in Rye, NY, is seeking a loving and experienced nanny to primarily care for their 2-month-old newborn, with occasional assistance for their 4-year-old daughter. The family values a healthy, active lifestyle and has raised their older daughter to be communicative and engaged. The 4-year-old will be starting school soon, with parents handling the drop-off and a second caregiver responsible for pick-up and after-school care.
Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive and loving care to the 2-month-old newborn, with a focus on safe practices and developmental engagement.
- Respect the newborn’s sleep schedule and ensure a calm, nurturing environment.
- Occasionally assist with the 4-year-old as needed, focusing on learning and engagement.
- Communicate effectively with parents and collaborate as a team player, respecting their parenting style and following their guidelines.
- Assist with light household tasks related to the family including full family laundry, tidying, and dishes, while always prioritizing the baby.
- Maintain open communication, asking questions when needed and providing feedback on the children’s progress.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience caring for newborns.
- Loving, warm, and friendly demeanor with a passion for engaging and teaching young children.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow the family’s lead in parenting.
- Ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor in a busy household.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to adhere to the family’s rules and routines.
- The family requires the candidate to be COVID, flu, and TDAP vaccinated.
- Full panel background check and drug screening will be run upon offer of hire.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, with flexibility for occasional half days on Saturdays or date nights.
Salary: $30-$32/hr, based on experience.