Their son (1 Year Old) is an active, sweet little boy who’s always on the move! He loves spending time at the playground and has a big passion for music — he especially adores playing his tambourine and other instruments at home. He can be a bit shy at first and may take some time to warm up, so patience and a gentle approach are key. He also needs extra time and encouragement around meals, as he’s a selective eater who doesn’t like to be rushed.
A typical day will include planning and engaging in age-appropriate activities to keep him entertained while supporting his growth and development. The family is hoping to grow in the future, so they’re looking for a nanny with experience caring for two children (newborn experience is also vital). Their ideal candidate genuinely enjoys cooking and feels comfortable in the kitchen preparing healthy meals and snacks from scratch (specifically for their son) — they avoid prepackaged foods entirely. Flexibility is also important, and they appreciate someone who can occasionally work a later evening or help out on a weekend with advance notice.
Their son currently naps twice a day, sleeping for about three hours total during the shift. While he naps, the nanny will be responsible for prepping meals for their son, loading/unloading the dishwasher, and possibly doing one load of household laundry per week. On occasion, you may be asked to run to the grocery store — they live just a short 3-minute walk from Whole Foods!
LOCATION: Santa Monica, CA (Greater Los Angeles Area)
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday from 8:30AM-5:30PM (a lot of Fridays will end at 2PM// 40 Hours/Week Min. Guaranteed)
COMPENSATION: $30-$35/hr Gross
REQUIREMENTS:
- Travel Ready + Valid Passport- They Spend 1-2 Months on the East Coast Every Summer and Want Their Nanny to Live-In With Them During Travel
- Up to Date on Covid + Annual Flu Vaccines
- Background in Early Childhood Development is Great (but not a hard set requirement)
- Dog Friendly – they have a 15lb Cavapoo (hypoallergenic)
- Experience Working with 2+ Children//Newborns (as they plan to grow their family)
Their dream nanny is someone with a patient, upbeat, and cheerful demeanor — someone who brings positive energy into the home and is a joy to be around. It’s very important that their nanny is attentive and fully present during the day, with no phone use while caring for their son.
They have family that lives on the East Coast (NY/Hamptons) and every summer they visit them for 1-2 months at a time, they need their nanny to be able to travel with them to the East Coast and live-in during that 1-2 month period in the summer (you will have your own private room and bathroom at the location). It’s important that you’re comfortable navigating a new city and are a self-starter when it comes to finding parks, activities, and setting up his things to help maintain his routine in a new environment. That kind of initiative is incredibly helpful.
The family has loving, involved grandparents who enjoy visiting often, so comfort working alongside family members is essential. They are seeking a long-term partnership and are offering job stability (5+ years) for the right fit. This is a wonderful opportunity for a career nanny looking to join a warm, welcoming family for the long haul. They’re ready to interview and hire ASAP!