Full-Time Nanny / Family Assistant

• A private family in Glen Rock, NJ looking for a live-out nanny and family assistant to join our team.
• Mom works full-time from home in a demanding role with occasional travel.
• Dad owns and operates several businesses from home.
• We're organized, communicative, and low-drama.
• We're straightforward people and we expect the same in return.
• If we're a good fit for each other, this isn't a one year thing, it's a real, lasting relationship.
• We have a friendly 25 lb mini golden doodle who is mostly handled by mom and dad, though the occasional help is appreciated.
• The Kids Our daughter is 2.5 years old fun, easy-going, a great eater, and a solid sleeper.
• She's in the thick of exploring everything, loves being outside, and is a joy to be around.
• We're expecting twins in late 2026.
• We're sharing this upfront because we want someone who's excited about growing with our family, not surprised by it.
• We anticipate needing additional help during the initial months as everyone adjusts to going from one child to three, and compensation will be revisited when responsibilities expand.
• Schedule Full-time, Mon-Fri, approximately 45 hours per week.
• Schedule flexes by season, summer looks different from the school year (half-day Montessori, 5 days/week in the fall).
• Mix of scheduled activities and spontaneous adventures.
• Every day is a little different.
• We have an organized nanny group that plans weekly activities and playdates.
• Start date: July 2026.
• What You'll Do - Childcare Be the go-to person for our daughter throughout the day.
• Her safety, happiness, and development are the priority.
• Prepare meals and snacks (lunch daily, snacks, and occasional dinner prep).
• Plan and lead age-appropriate learning, creative play, and exploration activities.
• Get outside daily when weather permits, parks, walks, backyard time.
• Manage naps, transitions, and the general rhythm of her day.
• Drive to and from activities, playdates, and errands (family car provided).
• What You'll Do - Household & Family Assistant Household laundry (wash, fold, put away).
• General tidying and organization between professional housekeeping visits.
• Dishes and kitchen reset throughout the day.
• Take out trash and recycling.
• Run errands: grocery pickups, returns, miscellaneous to-dos.
• Make in-person or online purchases for the family as needed.
• Other tasks as requested.
• Extensive full-time experience with toddlers and young children.
• Three verifiable childcare references.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, we value transparency and proactive updates throughout the day.
• Self-directed and comfortable working independently.
• Up-to-date CPR certification.
• Willing to submit to a criminal background check.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for commuting (family car provided for all work-related driving).
• Willing to travel with the family as needed.

Bonus

Experience with multiples, infant care, or supporting families through a newborn transition.

Pay

• $20-$30/hour, commensurate with experience (~45 hours/week).
• Guaranteed hours: You're paid your full weekly hours even when the family doesn't need coverage.
• Paid vacation: 2 weeks per year.
• Sick / personal days: 5 paid days per year.
• Paid holidays: 10 federal holidays.
• Family vehicle: Provided for all work-related driving.
• Compensation review: Pay and structure will be revisited when twins arrive and responsibilities expand.