A private family with primary residences in Manhattan, NYC, and Shelter Island, NY, is seeking a seasoned nanny for their infant starting in mid-October, when their baby will be a month old. The family will have a newborn care specialist for the first month. The schedule will be 7am-7pm Monday through Friday and the family is open to both live-in and live-out candidates. In case of appointments, emergencies, etc., flexibility to alternate the schedule in specific instances is appreciated. The nanny should be comfortable traveling between both locations (all travel expenses will be covered), and occasional international travel may also be requested. Discretion and confidentiality are essential.

• Provide attentive and high-quality care for a 1-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.
• 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.
• 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 sensitization of baby’s areas
• Travel with the family to ensure consistent care for the baby during trips, and take responsibility for packing all essential baby-related items, such as clothing, gear, food, and other necessities. 

• 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 proactive, and committed to being fully engaged with their baby at all times
• Must have a positive, "get it done" attitude
• Full time caregiver when parents travel domestic and internationally. 
• Must be very organized, clean, punctual, and tidy 
• Feel comfortable traveling domestically and internationally with family. 
• Working well on a team with involved parents 
• A degree or certification in Early Childhood Education/Infant Care or equivalent professional experience is a plus

• US passport, Green Card or EAC 
• A driver’s license is a plus, but not required
• Candidates should be warm, professional, respectful of privacy, and passionate about caring for children
• The candidate must be comfortable around the family's friendly, medium-sized dog
• COVID vaccinated, and up to date on Flu/RSV/Tdap and MMR vaccinations

• $40-$55 per hour plus any applicable overtime and full benefits.
• For those candidates who require live-in, a separate bedroom with attached private bathroom will be provided in the City, and a separate house (next door to the family’s home) will be provided in Shelter Island, where the nanny will be able to utilize a full kitchen to cook and prepare their own meals, as well as have their own sleeping quarters with a private bathroom.