A loving family newly arrived in FoxHall/Phillips Park area of Washington, DC, seeks an exceptional live-out 3-day weekend nanny.  The usual schedule will be Friday through Sunday, 7am-8pm with some evening support also needed at times.  The family travel regularly, so please be open to occasional domestic and international trips.

• Supporting the health, well-being, and happiness of the two gorgeous children
• Some proxy parenting (including managing the lives and schedules of the children), as the parents have demanding careers that may involve some travel, last minute plans and occasional entertaining.
• Helping with the morning and evening routines 
• General nursery duties including keeping the children's areas clean, tidy and organised
• Accompanying the children to activities, play-dates, appointments and outings
• Coordinating schedules for naps and meals, activities, and travel
• Keeping on top of household tasks where possible
• Laundry and ironing relating to the children
• Creating a positive and engaging environment that fosters independence, promotes good manners and respectful boundaries, and instils values of responsibility
• Some vegetarian cooking for the children, and preparation of snacks when required
• Ensuring school bags are packed and children are prepared and ready for the week ahead

• Have an understanding of behavioural milestones and development
• Be able to engage with the children at their level, and encourage learning through play and exploration
• Be comfortable planning fun weekend adventures for the children that will develop their interests and engage their curious minds
• Have considerable experience in a similar role and bring a positive, 'can-do' mindset, with a kind, considerate approach to childcare 
• Be happy to pitch-in and support the family wherever needed
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be super organised, full of initiative, and able to plan ahead
• Have a valid US passport, work authorisation or green card and be able to travel with the family
• Be comfortable in both a shared-care and sole charge situation, as well as with overnight care and proxy-parenting
• Be a safe, confident driver with a clean licence

• From $40/hr, depending on experience
• Industry standard PTO, sick pay etc