Nationwide search: westport, ct family seeking live-in nanny
Overview:
NATIONWIDE SEARCH: WESTPORT, CT - A warm and loving family in Westport, CT, is seeking a dedicated FULL-TIME LIVE-IN NANNY/HOUSEHOLD MANAGER to join them long-term (5+ years). They are looking for a mature, compassionate, and flexible professional who will truly become part of their family.The ideal candidate will be experienced with children, highly organized, and comfortable balancing childcare and household management responsibilities.
The family has two children, ages 5 and almost 3, who are high-energy, playful, and loving. Both children attend preschool and participate in various activities, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Their daughter has a heart condition, requiring medication at 6:45 AM, and the nanny must be comfortable learning about her condition, staying calm in emergencies, and treating her normally while remaining aware.CPR/AED certification is required. The parents are hands-on, firm but kind, and seek a nanny who can align with their parenting style, using patience and guidance rather than raised voices.
The schedule will be Wednesday – Sunday, with flexibility to shift to Tuesday – Saturday after the first year. The nanny must be available for an early start (6:45 AM) to administer medication, with the workday ending around 7 PM, including breaks throughout the day.The position guarantees 40 hours per week, with opportunities for additional hours (date nights, monitor duty, etc.). Travel is required, as the family has a second home in Florida and takes several domestic trips per year (all expenses covered).
Responsibilities include providing engaging, play-based learning and helping the children with their therapy routines. Household tasks, particularly while the children are in school, will include laundry for the children and family, organization of kids’ areas, errands, light meal preparation, and coordinating with household staff (deep cleaners visit twice a week).On weekends, the nanny will support the children’s sports and activities, manage morning routines, and assist as needed while parents are home. Household management duties include organizing spaces, assisting with grocery orders, coordinating with vendors, assisting with family laundry as needed, and in general assisting around the home while the kids are away.
The family also has a small, non-shedding dog, so occasional pet care (letting the dog out) may be needed.
The ideal candidate is a mature, career nanny/household manager who is warm, patient, adaptable, and genuinely loves children. They should be proactive, organized, and a team player, willing to learn about medical conditions and therapy routines while treating the children normally.The family values a fun, lighthearted home and seeks a nanny who is fully present with the children (no excessive phone use) and does not engage in a party lifestyle.
This position offers $30-35/hr (paid on the books, payroll weekly/bi-weekly) and a private, fully furnished bedroom and bathroom on a separate floor in a 6,400 sq. ft. home. Benefits include sick days (reasonable, as needed), two weeks PTO, paid holidays, extra pay for travel, and a family car provided for work-related driving.The nanny must be fully vaccinated.
Qualifications:
BA/BS college degree | AA in related field of study
CPR/First Aid Certification (renew as needed)
Ability to make a one-year commitment unless applying for a temporary position
A passion for working with children
Two+ years childcare experience
Excellent work and personal references
U.S. driver's license (this does not apply to NYC residents)
Complete Stop the Silence Training upon Membership
Fluent in English/Bilingual a plus
Competent swimmer
Non-smoker
Willing to go through extensive Background Check
Must be Live-Scanned and registered with Trustline if CA resident
Willingness to show proof of immunizations
No-cell phone driving signed guarantee
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Number of Hours Per Week: 40