On-Call Nanny

We recruit only the best and take pride in providing the highest level of service to our Principals. Our employees contribute value in a team-based environment, with opportunities for professional growth and fulfillment. We are seeking a warm, patient, caring Nanny to provide high-quality care of children in a private household located in Ada, Michigan. This is an on-call, hourly, non-exempt opportunity, which requires flexibility with evenings, weekends, and last-minute availability.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tend to daily basic physical, emotional, and safety needs of three young children. Must be knowledgeable and experienced and possess a genuine love for children.
• Feed, change, and bathe the children as directed.
• Maintain orderliness, cleanliness, and safety of the children’s rooms and play areas.
• Plan and participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities with the children, including reading to the children, creative play, educational learning, outings, etc.
• Be proactive in handling assigned duties, anticipating the needs of the children and family.
• Ensure toys, blankets, belongings, and other items are picked up and stored.
• Exercise open communication with the parents to ensure the best care of the children.
• Strictly comply with parents’ child-rearing preferences.
• Provide transportation in personal vehicle to children as required, adhering to motor vehicle rules, regulations, and speed limits at all times.
• Complete child-related or household errands as needed.
• May provide assistance with packing/unpacking luggage and bags.
• May provide round-the-clock childcare in the family’s home on an occasional basis.
• Assist with the care of the family pets as needed.
• May perform special projects as requested to ensure overall smooth operation of household.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous nanny or childcare experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Infant and child CPR certified, or willing to obtain.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to be flexible in work hours; occasional overnights may be requested.
• Must remain focused on the work agenda at all times, providing physical care for the children and acting as a companion.
• Must be committed to contributing to the children’s social, emotional, and physical development; and provide comfort, warmth, and security.
• Preservation of a peaceful household atmosphere is essential. 
• Must be responsible, dedicated, positive, and dependable; organized and reliable; and demonstrate a genuine love for children.
• Must exercise good judgment; the care and safety of the children is the highest priority.
• Must be comfortable around pets.
• The highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy must be exercised at all times.