Nanny for Active, Playful Boys — Full‑Time!
**Seeking Bay Area based candidates**
Position: Full‑Time Nanny / Family Assistant
Location: North Berkeley, CA
Start Date: Mid‑September
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30/6:00 PM
Children: Three boys, ages 3, 5, and 7
Compensation: $45+/hour, DOE
Driving: Required; family vehicle provided
Benefits: Guaranteed full‑time hours; paid holidays, vacation, and sick days; family‑provided car for work‑related driving.
About Family: A warm, upbeat Berkeley family is seeking a professional, long‑term Nanny / Family Assistant who will be a trusted partner and longtime member of the household. Parents are collaborative, team‑oriented, and easy to connect with — mom and dad are great communicators who appreciate open, straightforward communication. The three‑year‑old attends preschool in the mornings — during that time you would focus on Family Assistant tasks such as child‑related household organization, light meal prep, and laundry. The three boys play really well together in the afternoons, creating lively, joyful days.
Primary responsibilities:
- Provide full‑time childcare for three boys, including supervision, age‑appropriate activities, and emotional support
- Manage school and preschool drop‑offs and pick‑ups; drive safely using the family vehicle
- Encourage active, casual play (indoor and outdoor/free play) and support creative and quiet activities appropriate for ages 3–7
- Prepare simple meals and snacks for the children and manage feeding routines
- Maintain daily routines and enforce clear, consistent boundaries with a warm, firm approach
- Perform light household tasks tied to childcare during morning preschool hours (e.g., children’s laundry, meal prep for kids, tidying play areas, organizing child supplies)
- Communicate regularly with parents — mom and dad are great communicators and easy to connect with — about schedules, behavior, health, and developmental milestones
- Support occasional child‑focused errands and household coordination as agreed
Qualifications:
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Minimum 5+ years of professional nanny or childcare experience
- Preferred: experience caring for multiple children in one household or working with large groups of children (e.g., camps, schools, daycare)
- Knowledge of child development and ability to create safe, engaging experiences for ages 3–7
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; comfortable driving the family vehicle
- Strong references from recent families (agency will verify)
- Warm, patient demeanor with the ability to set firm, consistent boundaries
- Collaborative, flexible, and receptive to parental partnership and feedback
- CPR and pediatric first aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- Willingness to undergo background and motor vehicle record checks
- Must be up‑to‑date on vaccinations, including COVID‑19 and seasonal influenza (proof will be requested).
Working relationship & culture: The family seeks a caregiver who will integrate as a dependable, communicative teammate and long‑term household member. They value professionalism, consistency, and a joyful, supportive home environment; mom and dad are easy to connect with and prioritize clear, respectful communication.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Where are you located in the Bay Area?
- Are you comfortable driving children? Car is provided
- Do you have paid professional experience working as a nanny? This excludes family & friends.
Experience:
- Nanny : 5 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person
