Overview
A kind couple living in Boston, MA are seeking a local newborn care specialist to start with them ASAP for their baby born October 5. The schedule will be 5 nights per week (ideally Monday through Friday) for 10-12 hours per night. They are flexible on start time between 7pm-9pm but would like the hours to be consistent. The contract will be for appoximately 8 weeks, with potential to extend. As new parents, they're looking forward to finding someone who can educate them on baby sleep, feeding, routines, and milestones.
Responsibilities
- Care and engagement of the baby including but not limited to sleep, feeding (baby is exclusively bottle fed), and routine management.
- Light housekeeping related to the baby, which will include keeping baby's spaces organized, clean, and tidy and sanitizing any toys or feeding items including bottles
- Communicating with the parents about milestones, activities, temperament, and needs and collaborating with them on care.
- Prioritizing the safety and well-being of the baby at all times
- Provide professional guidance as it pertains to baby care while respecting the family’s personal preferences
- Encourage healthy sleep habits and follow safe sleep guidelines
Qualifications
- The right candidate will have a positive and warm demeanor, glowing references, and plenty of experience supporting first-time parents.
- Knowledgeable and supportive personality, able to kindly guide new parents
Requirements
- Willing to share a sleeping space with baby if needed
- Legal to work in the US
- No cat allergies (one cat in the home that will be in the parents' bedroom overnight)
- Comfortable and able to navigate multi-level home with stairs
- Candidate must have own local housing or live within easy commuting distance as this is a live-out position when not working overnight
Salary and Benefits
Hourly pay between $40-60 depending on experience and certifications
Please note this is a live-out position meaning you must have separate housing during the day and on weekends
