A warm, dynamic family in Westport, Connecticut is seeking a confident and experienced full-time nanny to join their team and provide support for their two children, ages 8 and 5. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment where communication and teamwork are valued. The family’s home is warm, casual, and welcoming- they want this person to feel like part of the family while maintaining professionalism and boundaries.

You’ll work alongside a new au pair from Israel and a chef/household manager, so strong interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate across roles is essential. The family values direct communication, confidence, and a sense of humor, and they’re looking for someone mature, proactive, and naturally structured.

This is a long-term position with the opportunity to grow with the family. The family has a dog in the home, so they must be comfortable with pets. 

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 11am to 6pm
• The schedule is regularly 35 hours a week, but the family is paying for 40 hrs in case they need flexibility on rare occasions  
• Occasional date nights or travel support preferred but not required

Start Date: Mid-November to December

• Provide attentive, loving care for two bright, active children (ages 8 and 5)
• Handle school pick-ups, after-school activities 
• Managing children’s inventory and supplies
• Ensuring they are prepared for school and after-school activities 
• Maintain consistent routines, set boundaries, and encourage respectful behavior
• Collaborate with the au pair for coverage transitions and continuity of care
• Coordinate with parents on playdates, activity planning, and children’s schedules

• Confident and capable with school-aged children
• Strong communicator- direct, respectful, and proactive
• Organized, self-sufficient, and adaptable to a busy household
• Collaborative and comfortable working alongside other caregivers
• Values teamwork, transparency, and mutual respect

Bonus Skills:

• • Hebrew or French language skills (not required)
  • Confident swimmer, or able to supervise children while they’re in the pool, and feel confident saving a child if needed

• 5+ years of experience as a nanny and/or family assistant
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record 
• Legal to work in the U.S.
• Passport ready is a bonus, but not required

• $40–$45/hour 
• W-2 employment
• 2 weeks paid vacation (1 week family’s choice, 1 week nanny’s choice)
• Nanny car provided for all work related errands 
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance stipend (negotiable)