Experienced Part-Time Nanny & Household Assistant for Active Ravenna Family
DETAILS:
Location: Seattle, WA (Ravenna neighborhood)
Ideal Start Date: August 17, 2026 (flexible)
Schedule: Monday 2:00 PM–6:00 PM; Tuesday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, 20 guaranteed hours/week
Children: Two girls, ages 9 and 12
Compensation: $30-$35/hour DOE, 20 guaranteed hours/week, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid federal holidays, monthly health insurance stipend, mileage reimbursement, and legal household employment via payroll service.
Length of Position: Minimum one-year commitment preferred with strong interest in a long-term fit
*** Must be legally authorized to work in the United States ***
Note: Additional evening hours may occasionally be available for date nights or other family needs. Participation would be discussed in advance and is not required.
The Family:
An organized and active Ravenna family is seeking an experienced Part-Time Nanny & Household Assistant to support their family beginning in August 2026. They are hoping to build a long-term relationship with a caregiver who enjoys working with school-aged children, values consistency and communication, and takes pride in helping a busy household run smoothly.
This is an active family whose weeks are often filled with sports practices, games, extracurricular activities, and the everyday logistics that come with raising two engaged school-aged children. They are looking for someone who enjoys keeping a household on track, helping children navigate busy schedules, and serving as a dependable presence during the after-school hours.
The family has successfully employed nannies for many years and understands the importance of creating a positive, respectful, and collaborative employment relationship. Their previous nanny remained with the family for six years, and they hope to find someone who is interested in becoming a similarly trusted and consistent presence in their children's lives.
Their daughters, ages 9 and 12, are kind, active, and increasingly independent. One daughter is a responsible, high-achieving student who loves soccer and participates in club soccer, school band, theatre productions, basketball, track, and summer swim team. Their other daughter is social, creative, and enjoys a balance of activities and downtime. She participates in soccer and school sports, recently joined swim team, and is excited to begin band next year.
Both girls genuinely enjoy spending time with caregivers and love activities such as going on walks, making videos, doing nails, chatting about their day, and simply spending time with someone they trust. As they continue to grow, they look up to the caregivers in their lives as positive role models and mentors. The family is seeking someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships with older children and appreciates the unique opportunity to help guide and encourage children through the later elementary and middle school years.
The family's parenting style is warm, calm, and structured. They prioritize respectful communication, emotional safety, consistency, and age-appropriate independence. They value caregivers who are dependable, proactive, thoughtful, and able to create a positive, predictable environment where children feel supported and understood.
One parent works from home approximately two days per week.
The Job Description:
This is a childcare-focused position centered on supporting two school-aged girls during the after-school hours while providing approximately four hours of flexible household support each week.
The ideal candidate enjoys building long-term relationships with children and families, serving as a positive role model, and helping an active household stay organized. The family highly values reliability, proactive communication, follow-through, and initiative.
Childcare will remain the primary focus of the role. Household responsibilities are intended to support the family's organization and weekly routines and can largely be completed independently and flexibly throughout the week.
Responsibilities:
- School pickup and after-school supervision
- Driving children to sports practices, activities, and appointments
- Preparing snacks and simple meals
- Supporting homework routines and daily responsibilities
- Creating a calm, engaging, and dependable after-school environment
- Serving as a positive role model and mentor
- Supporting age-appropriate independence and responsibility
- Monitoring and managing food allergy precautions, including ensuring an EpiPen accompanies the child when leaving the home
- Maintaining open communication with parents regarding schedules, activities, and day-to-day updates
- Weekly grocery shopping
- Children's laundry, including clothing, bedding, and towels
- Organizing children's clothing and seasonal wardrobe rotations
- Package returns, dry-cleaning drop-offs, and similar errands
- Occasional kitchen reset and refrigerator organization
- Maintaining children's spaces and commonly used family areas
- General household support tasks that help the family stay on track
Nanny Attributes / Qualifications / Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of childcare experience
- Experience caring for school-aged children preferred
- Previous household assistant, family assistant, or similar experience strongly preferred
- Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certification required
- Reliable, insured personal vehicle
- Clean driving record
- Comfortable transporting children
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and reliability
- Highly dependable, punctual, and professional
- Organized, proactive, and able to work independently
- Non-smoker/vaper
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Up to date on COVID-19, influenza, MMR, and TDAP vaccinations
Preferred but not Required:
- Previous household assistant or family assistant experience
- Experience supporting active school-aged children and busy family schedules
- Early Childhood Education background
- Additional childcare-related training or certifications
What Would Make This Role a Great Fit:
This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable caregiver seeking a long-term position with a family that values communication, reliability, and mutual respect. The girls genuinely enjoy relationships with caregivers and are looking for someone who can become a trusted part of their lives.
The family's previous nanny remained with them for six years, and they hope to build a similarly meaningful long-term relationship with their next caregiver. They are looking for someone who is excited about becoming a consistent and valued presence in their children's lives while supporting the family's day-to-day routines.
Because both parents maintain busy professional schedules and the children have active extracurricular calendars, dependability and proactive communication are essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate enjoys taking ownership of household support tasks, can work independently to complete responsibilities with minimal direction, and takes pride in helping a family stay organized and supported.
For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with two wonderful children while becoming a valued long-term member of a family that genuinely appreciates the important role an exceptional caregiver can play in a child's life.
Note: This is a live out, not live in position.
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you up-to-date on standard vaccinations (TDAP, MMR, influenza, COVID)?
- Do you have previous household assistant or family assistant experience? (Preferred. Not required)
- Do you have a valid Child/Adult First Aid/CPR certification?
- Do you have a reliable, insured vehicle and a clean driving record?
Experience:
- Childcare: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Seattle, WA 98115 (Required)
Work Location: In person
