KC076 - Temporary Full-Time Nanny - Upper West Side
British American Household Staffing
Location
New York
Salary
$40 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide nurturing and developmentally appropriate care for a 6-month-old infant, including managing nap schedules and organizing neighborhood activities. Maintain cleanliness in baby areas and provide light household support such as vacuuming and dishwashing.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be CPR and First Aid certified with solid experience in infant care and the ability to commute to the Upper West Side. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and comfortable with pets.
Job description
- Overview A warm, friendly family on the Upper West Side of Manhattan is seeking a highly experienced temporary full-time nanny to care for their infant son, who is 6-months old.
- This is an immediate hire role and will run at least until June 19th, but they would love to have the schedule go to July 3rd, if the candidate is available for that timeline.
- The family lives in a one-bedroom apartment near Columbia University and maintains a casual but organized household.
- They value professionalism, reliability, and clear communication, and are looking for a nanny who is confident with infants, proactive, and respectful of established routines.
- This role is ideal for a career nanny who enjoys infant development, neighborhood outings, and maintaining a tidy, well-run environment around a baby.
- The father will be on paternity leave until mid-April, and one parent will occasionally be working from home.
- The family has a very friendly 12 lb Golden Doodle and one American Short-hair cat, who spends the days hiding.
- Schedule Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Set schedule No overnights No travel Dates: Immediate – June 19th or July 3rd
Responsibilities
Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for an infant Follow and support the baby’s nap schedule and daily routines Facilitate age-appropriate stimulation, social interaction, and enrichment Sign the baby up for and attend neighborhood activities (music classes, library, playdates) Daily stroller walks and outdoor time Comfortable walking the baby and the family dog once per day Maintain cleanliness in baby areas and shared spaces related to childcare Light household support, including: Running the dishwasher if needed Taking out trash when full Vacuuming to keep floors clean and safe for the baby Cleaning up after yourself throughout the day Baby-related organization and tidying Communicate clearly with parents regarding routines, observations, and developmental milestones Respect and follow household rules, while offering thoughtful suggestions and tips when appropriate
Qualifications
Strong understanding of infant sleep, routines, and development Experience with introducing solids is a plus (parents will handle feeding) Comfortable caring for an infant in an apartment setting Comfortable with pets and dog walking Professional, calm, and dependable demeanor Excellent communication skills English fluency required; Mandarin is a plus Proactive and organized; thinks ahead and plans accordingly On-time, reliable, and respectful of routines Comfortable offering suggestions while following parents’ preferences Cleans up after themselves naturally throughout the day Warm, friendly, and professional with a reserved but personable presence
Requirements
Authorized to work in the U.S. CPR & First Aid certified Solid experience with infants Comfortable commuting to the Upper West Side No smoking Salary and Benefits $40/hour 2 paid sick days Federal holidays off Transit card provided
Benefits
- Paid Sick Days
- Federal Holidays Off
- Transit Card
