Job Description
Overview A full-time French-speaking nanny is sought for a baby in Brooklyn Heights. The position will ideally start in mid-September, when the baby will be 3 months old, though the family will consider an earlier start (anywhere from late August) for the right candidate. The schedule will likely be 36 hours per week, as follows;
Monday: 4 hours from 10am-2pm
Tuesday through Thursday: 9 hours from 8:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 5 hours from 10am-3pm
Responsibilities - Provide attentive and high-quality care for a 3-month-old baby
- Follow the baby's daily routine (feeding, diaper changes, nap times, playtime).
- Prepare and feed breast milk/formula, and introduce solid foods when ready.
- Engage in age-appropriate developmental activities such as tummy time, sensory play, reading, and music.
- Speak to the baby in French and provide appropriate French language exposure at every given opportunity
- All typical nursery duties will apply - keeping play areas tidy, keeping on top of supplies, removing old toys/ wardrobe items that no longer fit etc.
- Ensure safety, comfort, safe sleep practices and clean environment for the baby.
- Collaborate with parents to develop and implement routines that support the baby's developmental needs and adjust as the baby grows.
- Keep parents updated on baby's activities, mood, and any notable changes.
- When traveling, drive the baby to various outings, appointments or activities. Candidate must have a valid drivers license.
- Manage and replenish inventory of baby-related items, while performing light housekeeping tasks associated with the baby, including bottle cleaning, baby laundry, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitization of baby's areas
Qualifications - US passport, Green Card or EAC
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Desire to make a long-term commitment to a warm, loving and down to earth family
- Be able to read the room - know when to step up and step back when the family are having intimate family moments
- COVID vaccinated and up to date on Flu/RSV/Tdap and MMR vaccinations
- Passport ready and willing to travel domestically and internationally, if ever required
Requirements - Previous experience as a full-time nanny, especially with infants
- Knowledge of infant care, including feeding, sleep routines, developmental milestones, and safety is required
- Must be energetic, proactive, and committed to being fully engaged with the child
- Must have a positive attitude, be warm, organized, clean, punctual, and tidy
- Must work well with working but involved parents
- Fluent in English and French
- A degree or certification in Early Childhood Education/Infant Care or equivalent professional experience is a plus
Salary and Benefits - $45+/hr DOE plus healthcare and full benefits
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