The Nanny Loft is seeking two experienced, nurturing part-time infant nannies on behalf of a warm and welcoming family in Newtown, PA. These positions focus on providing attentive, loving care for a one-month-old infant and are best suited for career nannies with substantial hands-on newborn and infant experience.
The ideal candidates are dependable, professional, and passionate about supporting a child’s early growth and development. We are looking for caregivers who understand the importance of consistency, communication, and creating a safe, nurturing environment while partnering with parents to provide exceptional care.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a kind family that values a long-term, trusting relationship with their nannies. Candidates should review the available schedule options below and indicate which position best aligns with their availability when applying.
In order to be eligible for the Nanny position, a qualified candidate must fulfill the following minimum requirements:
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Possess sound moral character and a kind disposition suitable for caring for children of all ages without supervision.
Experience & Knowledge
Qualified candidates should have:
- A minimum of 3 years of professional nanny experience caring for newborns and infants (occasional childcare will not be considered).
- Recent, verifiable experience in a private home with infants.
- A strong understanding of infant development, feeding, sleep routines, and age-appropriate engagement.
- Comfortable providing loving care and attention to the family’s five-year-old Maltipoo (small dog) as part of the household routine.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to building a long-term relationship with the family.
- Successfully complete Mandated Reporter Training.
- Successfully complete, or be willing to successfully complete, Car Seat Safety Training prior to the start date.
- Successfully pass a background check demonstrating suitability for caring for young children without supervision.
- Possess valid Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certifications or be willing to obtain or renew them as a condition of hire.
- Be physically fit, energetic, agile, and dexterous.
- Provide proof of current vaccinations, including but not limited to Tdap, MMR, HepA, HepB, PCV, and influenza.
Transportation
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Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record demonstrating proficient driving skills.
Child Care Responsibilities
- Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for the child.
- Reliably and predictably attending work and being punctual.
- Safely bathing and dressing infants and young children.
- Changing diapers and potty training, as age appropriate.
- Disciplining the child according to the family’s preferred parenting style.
- Planning meals, preparing food, and/or feeding the child.
- Reading to the child.
- Researching, planning, and engaging in educational activities and crafts.
- Engaging in indoor and outdoor play.
- Arranging appropriate playdates and outings.
- Administering medication with the parents’ consent, if necessary.
Child-Related Household Duty
- Laundering the child’s clothes, bedding, and other child-related items.
- Organizing the child’s bedroom and toys.
- Maintaining logs for the parents.
- Performing light housekeeping duties, including dishwashing, grocery shopping, tidying up, vacuuming, and other child-related household tasks.
Schedule & Availability
Schedule Options
Candidates must be available to work one of the following schedules:
Position 1
- Monday & Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Position 2
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Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Additional availability includes:
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Occasional evening and weekend hours, as needed.
- $30–$35 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
- Guaranteed hours
- Mileage reimbursement for child-related driving
- Long-term position with a respectful and professional family
- Additional compensation may be available and will be discussed with qualified candidates.
- Perform several childcare and childcare-related tasks simultaneously.
- Engage in physical activities with the child over uneven and various terrain.
- Prevent harm to the child, including taking swift action to remove the child from potentially harmful circumstances.
- Lift up to 25 pounds.
- Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects.
- Stand, bend, stretch, reach, kneel, crawl, and perform other physical movements required to care for young children.
- Work comfortably in a home with pets.
- Safely and legally operate a motor vehicle to transport child to school, activities, medical appointments, playdates, or run family-related errands.
To Apply
Please submit:
- Your resume
- A brief introduction outlining your childcare and infant experience
- Your current availability
- Complete the Application Questions
Please note: Indeed-generated resumes will not be accepted. To be considered for this position, candidates must currently hold Infant/Child CPR & First Aid Certification, Mandated Reporter Training, and Car Seat Safety Training certifications. Candidates must also have completed a physical examination within the last 12 months and be able to provide a completed Child Care Staff Health Assessment form.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may evolve as the needs of the child and family change, and adjustments may be communicated verbally or in writing.
This is a safety-sensitive position that may require driving or operating a motor vehicle and ensuring the safety of others. In accordance with Pennsylvania law, the presence of marijuana in a driver’s system may be considered driving under the influence (DUI). Candidates must be able to successfully pass any required drug screening, regardless of prescription or medical marijuana status.
The Nanny Loft is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
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