British American Household Staffing·Atherton, California
Provide developmentally appropriate care and support the homeschool routine for two children using Montessori principles. Collaborate with a fully staffed household team and travel with the family as needed.
Overview A private family in Atherton is seeking an exceptional full-time, live-out nanny to join their fully staffed household.
This long-term opportunity is ideal for a highly experienced childcare professional who is nurturing, polished, flexible, and passionate about child development.
The ideal candidate will be Montessori trained, fluent in English and at least one additional language (Spanish, French, Italian, or German - all languages spoken in the home), and bring either/or professional childcare expertise or personal parenting experience, if applicable.
The nanny will care for two homeschooled children, ages 3 and 9, while working collaboratively with the family's existing childcare team, which includes two other nannies who cover nights.
This is a fully staffed household, and the full-time schedule is still to be determined, in accordance with the candidate's preference/ availability and the family's needs.
This position is best suited for an experienced career nanny who values education, structure, language immersion, and child development.
The family places a strong emphasis on Montessori philosophy and multilingual learning, making these qualifications essential to the role.
Provide engaging, attentive, and developmentally appropriate care Support the children's homeschool routine and daily learning Incorporate Montessori principles into daily activities and interactions Foster language development through consistent communication in an approved language Plan enriching educational, creative, and age-appropriate activities Maintain routines that encourage independence, confidence, and curiosity Collaborate effectively with parents and household staff Travel with the family as needed Assist with child-related organization and maintain tidy children's spaces
Ideal Candidate: Montessori certification or formal Montessori training is required Fluent English is required Must also be fluent in at least one of the following languages: Spanish French Italian German Experience supporting homeschooled children is strongly preferred Warm, professional, discreet, and emotionally intelligent Highly flexible with scheduling Comfortable working within a fully staffed household Valid driver's license and clean driving record (driving is required, although transporting the children anywhere is not expected) Household: Atherton-based residence Two small dogs Fully staffed home with: Chief of Staff Estate Manager House Manager Chef Three Housekeepers Two additional nannies (night coverage) Salary and Benefits $50+/hour, depending on experience Flexibility for exceptional candidates Medical insurance with 70% employer-paid premium Optional dental and vision coverage available at employee expense 401(k) plan available (no employer match) Two weeks of paid time off Federal holidays Generous discretionary bonus opportunity
Requires Montessori certification, fluency in English, and fluency in at least one other specified language (Spanish, French, Italian, or German). A valid driver's license and experience with homeschooled children are strongly preferred.
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Market context
Full-time career nanny roles in California are often competitive, especially in higher-income areas where families look for experienced, long-term support. This position stands out for its Montessori certification requirement and language fluency expectations, plus preferred driving and homeschool experience; benefits include PTO, medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and language fit before applying.