What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live-In Nanny / Family Assistant Position – Key Biscayne, FL position at Lily Pond Services?
Overview
A warm, active Key Biscayne family seeks a reliable, experienced, energetic live-in Nanny/Family Assistant to start ASAP. Full-time, Monday–Friday role supporting three school-aged kids (13, 9, 5) at different schools. Ideal candidate: attentive childcare, expert handling of school logistics/transportation/activities, family coordination, and light child-related household help. Occasional solo care during parents’ travel summer travel support required. Top priority: genuinely organized and diligent—show us specific systems/routines you’ve used for complex multi-kid schedules (e.g., custom checklists, color-coding, backup plans). Share concrete examples from past roles—this is our #1 factor.
Schedule: Monday through Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (10-hour days, with flexibility for school schedules and occasional earlier/later starts as needed)Weekends and evenings off (unless rare travel or special circumstances) Live-in arrangement: Private room and board included
Primary Responsibilities
- Childcare & Daily Care — Provide nurturing, engaged care for children ages 13, 9, and 5.
- Ensure their safety, well-being, and positive development. Prepare and serve healthy, nutritious meals/snacks (focus on balanced, active-lifestyle options). Assist with homework, educational activities, and age-appropriate engagement.\
- School & Logistics Management — Handle school drop-offs, pick-ups, and transportation to/from three different schools (driving required). Coordinate schedules, extracurricular activities, appointments, and any after-school needs. Manage daily family logistics with smart, proactive planning.
- Solo Care During Travel — Stay with the children independently when parents travel (occasional, advance notice provided). Maintain routines, handle emergencies calmly, and communicate updates to parents.
- Summer & Travel Support — Assist with summer schedules and family travel (healthy, athletic, and active lifestyle preferred for engaging activities and outings).
- Light Household Support — Collaborate with parents and the live-in housekeeper on child-related tasks (e.g., children’s laundry, tidying play/school areas). Run errands as needed (groceries, supplies).
- General — Maintain open, positive communication with parents. Be proactive, organized, and adaptable in a busy household.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Valid U.S. driver’s license clean driving record (vehicle provided for work use)
- Current U.S. passport (for potential family travel)
- Prior experience as a nanny, family assistant, or in childcare/logistics (references required)
- Comfortable with live-in arrangement and occasional solo overnight/weekend-adjacent care
- Athletic, energetic, and smart/organized for managing multiple schedules and travel
- Educated and mature approach to child development and family coordination
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- Positive, patient, trustworthy personality with strong references
The ideal candidate is bright, cheerful, calm, and genuinely enjoys school-aged kids.This is a long-term position for the right fit—someone who thrives in a supportive, family-oriented environment and enjoys being part of a dynamic household, responsible with driving and logistics, and excited about supporting a family in Key Biscayne, we’d love to hear from you!
About Lily Pond Services
Lily Pond Services is a bespoke domestic staffing firm that partners with families to find experienced domestic staffing professionals for their homes and family offices. At Lily Pond, you can connect with confidence through our trusted customized placement process. We use a thorough and efficient placement process to help find the right staff to suit your specific needs.