Overview
A family who primarily resides in Omaha, NE is seeking a full-time live-out nanny for their 22-month-old and eventually their baby who is due in August (but the baby will have a Newborn Care Specialist for the first several months so the initial primary care will be for the toddler). This will be a travel-heavy role with time spent on a yacht during the Winter and in the Summer to places such as the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. The family does have another full-time nanny who has been with them for nearly two years so the nannies will alternate care in the sense of schedule and travel. For example, each nanny will rotate working 2-5 days/week, including weekends, guaranteeing 40 hours/week with shifts between 7am and 7pm. Generally the role will be 42 hours a week. Both nannies will travel with the family, providing opportunities to rest and enjoy exploring destinations on their own. Must be a team player and work collaboratively with the fellow nanny and the parents. Both parents are present in the home and actively participate in their children's lives, with Mom staying at home and Dad working with flexibility. They engage in their children's daily routines without micromanaging, expecting their nannies to demonstrate high levels of autonomy. Viewing their nannies as valued colleagues, they prioritize a cohesive team environment with both parents and fellow caregivers. They seek a nanny who is excited about the role and dedicated to being an integral part of their family. The role begins as soon as a wonderful fit is found with a preference for August if possible.
Responsibilities
- Playing with the children
- Engaging with the children
- Reading to the children
- Overseeing/teaching developmental milestones that are age-appropriate for each child
- Preparing meals and snacks for the children
- Cleaning up after the children (the family does have a daily housekeeper)
- Children's laundry including washing, folding, and putting away
- Running errands for the children such as purchasing clothes, toys, items needed for vacation, etc.
- Packing the children for trips
- Driving the children while on the job. A family car will be provided. Must have a clean driving record and valid driver's license.
- Spend downtime (i.e. nap time) planning engaging sensory and developmental activities (putting together sensory bins, etc.) tailored to the next stage of development
Qualifications
- A passion for working with children; someone who loves and respects children
- Versed in RIE and Montessori philosophies
- Knowledgeable in child development and can keep the children engaged, learning, and developmentally advanced
- A self-starter who is intelligent, diligent, and takes initiative
- A candidate who is kind, loving, patient and prioritizes safety
- Professionalism and poise are paramount, as you will represent the family across the globe
- Someone who embodies politeness, education, and worldly experience
- Flexibility is key to this role, encompassing weekend work and extended travel. However, the family is committed to ensuring their nannies avoid burnout by incorporating relief days into the schedule, facilitated by the presence of two dedicated caregivers.
- They jet-set for up to a month at a time throughout the year and seek a professional nanny who is up for the journey and adaptable to this travel lifestyle. They are looking for someone flexible who will accompany them on 3-4 night domestic trips and extended international travel. Their slated travel schedule includes Dallas during the spring and fall, visits to Canada in the summer, and Grand Cayman during the winter. They will set sail aboard their brand-new yacht to explore the Caribbean during the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer.
Requirements
- BA/BS/AA in related field of study such as Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, and/or Elementary Education (not a hard requirement, but highly desired)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (and renew as needed)
- Comfortable working in a home with 1 dog who is a sweet, hypoallergenic Labradoodle
- Ability to make a one-year commitment
- 3+ years of childcare experience including infant experience
- U.S. driver's license
- A valid passport and ready to travel
- Fluent in English (bilingual is a plus, but not a requirement)
- Competent swimmer
- Non-smoker
- Willing to go through an extensive background check
- Willing to complete a 5-minute personality assessment if selected to have resume sent to client
Salary and Benefits
- $35+/hour depending on experience
- When traveling there will only be an overnight rate of $200 per night when on-call and/or having the baby monitor; if the nanny is "off the clock" they are free to explore the destination at their leisure and they won't be paid an overnight rate
- Own accommodations whilst traveling (I.E., own cabin on yacht)
- Paid sick days
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Health insurance or healthcare stipend
- Relocation assistance
- Guaranteed hours