Location: Wilmington, NC 28403 (country club area)Children: 3.5 year old girl with special needs & expecting baby girl in Jan 2027
*Nanny’s primary focus will be the toddler but will have both children for short periods of time here and there.
Pay: $25-$28 per hour DOE
Start Date: As close to beginning of October as possible, but flexible for when the right candidate is found
Hours: 20 Guaranteed hours per week
Schedule: Flexible to do either option based on Nanny’s preference
OPTION A: Monday - Friday; 9am to 1pm
OPTION B: 3 days per week (days potentially flexible for candidate as long as
they’re weekdays); 9am to 4pm
Family Overview:A warm, growing family relocating from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, NC this October is looking for a dedicated nanny/preschool aide for their 3.5-year-old daughter, with a second baby due in January. Dad travels periodically for work and will maintain a Wilmington office; Mom will be home full-time but works with Dad from time to time. Their daughter has cerebral palsy with developmental delays but does not require medical care (developmentally similar to a 1-year-old). She's working hard on her mobility and communication, and an absolute joy who lights up around music, people, and play. The nanny will need to be comfortable physically lifting/carrying her (around 37 lbs) throughout the day for transitions and transfers, as well as changing her diapers while she’s working towards building development skills. She thrives with someone who is engaged, patient, and tuned in to her cues.
While experience with developmental delays is certainly welcome, the family’s top priority is finding a nanny who is naturally attentive, interactive, and eager to learn how to best support her through play, connection, and consistency. The ideal caregiver is someone who wants to be a true team member — not just a clock‑watcher — and who is genuinely invested in helping her reach developmental goals and celebrating her progress.
The nanny’s primary focus will be caring for their toddler, though there will be occasional times when support with both children is needed for short periods. There may also be moments when additional household help is appreciated while the parents are with the kids.
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves being hands-on, enjoys meaningful work, and wants to grow alongside a family who values warmth, collaboration, and heart.
What Your Day Will Include:
- Serve as a dedicated one-on-one aide accompanying their daughter to preschool, supporting her participation, mobility, and communication with teachers and classmates
- Provide engaged, hands-on care at home — this is not a "phone-scrolling at the park" role
- Assist with transfers and mobility (must be comfortable safely lifting/assisting a ~37 lb child)
- Maintain good hygiene for children including bathing when requested and diapering for toddler and at times the baby
- Support outings: therapy appointments, park visits, music classes, library, Children's Museum
- Light housekeeping tied to the children (tidying playroom/bedroom, kids' laundry)
- Occasional help with meal prep, errands, or light household tasks when bandwidth allows
- Flexibility to help with the new baby down the road if Mom wants dedicated one-on-one time with her daughter
Requirements:
- CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified
- Willing to undergo and pass a background check
- Provide 2 to 3 professional references
- Experience with multiple children, including infants
- Comfortable working with developmentally delayed child and willingness to learn and support her therapies and developmental goals
- Up to date on standard vaccinations (Tdap, MMR)
- Physically able to lift ~40 lbs confidently and safely, active and energetic
- Safety conscious with clean driving record
- Proactive and able to take initiative
- Reliable and willing to care for sick children
- Flexible and calm under pressure
Preferences:
- Willing to commit long term to provide consistency for the family
- Willing to provide occasional overnight care or travel with the family for childcare support after working together for a period of time
Ideal Nanny Traits:
- Deeply attuned and patient — someone who can read subtle cues and respond to frustration with calm redirection
- Genuinely engaged and invested in children’s development and growth, while being a support to parents
- Comfortable navigating a preschool environment as a support aide, with the stamina to manage a full morning
- A natural fit as an extension of the family, not just an employee
- Flexible and willing to help out without having to be asked
Compensation & Perks:
- $25 to $28 per hour DOE
- $250 per month health insurance stipend
- 3 sick days per year, accrued at 1 day per month starting after the first 30 days of employment
- 3 paid vacation days off per year, available in a bank after the first 90 days of employment
- Paid holidays off when they fall on the Nanny’s normally scheduled work day
*Family will provide mileage reimbursement for Nanny using their personal vehicle to provide transportation for children or run family errands.
About Southern Coast Nannies:
Southern Coast Nannies is a professional nanny placement agency that connects qualified caregivers with local families in need of reliable, in-home childcare. If you’re passionate about childcare and looking for a role where you’re genuinely appreciated, we’re here to help you find the right family.
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you prefer the 5 day work schedule or 3 day schedule?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
