A family relocating to New York City in early August is seeking a full-time, live-out nanny to care for their 3-year-old son and support the afternoon and evening rhythm of the home.

Portuguese-speaking is highly preferred and strongly prioritized, as the family is looking to provide consistency and language continuity for their son during his transition to a new city, school, and environment.

This role is ideal for a candidate who is warm, engaging, and structured, with a strong understanding of early childhood development.

The anticipated schedule is Monday through Friday, approximately 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with some flexibility required as the parent finalizes schedule. The role will center around school pickup through the evening routine.

The family will begin virtual interviews in advance, with in-person meetings taking place in New York during May. The role will officially begin in early August, aligned with the family’s relocation.

Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative approach are essential, as the family is seeking a caregiver who can align with both the parent’s and child’s evolving routines during this transition.

• Manage school pickup and after-school routines, including transitions home.
• Plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate activities, including outdoor play, creative projects, and imaginative play.
• Prepare meals and snacks for the child.
• Support emotional development through gentle guidance and consistent boundaries.
• Maintain organization of the child’s bedroom, play areas, and belongings.
• Handle child-related laundry and wardrobe organization.
• Rotate toys and materials to support engagement and development.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment related to the child and shared spaces.
• Assist with light household support related to the child and daily household rhythm.
• Support occasional travel and rare evening or overnight coverage with advance notice.

• Experience caring for preschool-aged children.
• Warm, emotionally intuitive, and engaging caregiving style.
• Ability to balance playfulness with structure and clear boundaries.
• Highly organized, tidy, and proactive.
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to align with evolving schedules.
• Professional, reliable, and calm in demeanor.
• Fluent Portuguese strongly preferred.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Available for a full-time, long-term role beginning in early August.
• Flexible with schedule as it evolves.
• Willing to travel occasionally with the family.
• Able to provide strong references and pass a background check.

• $35-$45 per hour based on experience.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits to be discussed with the family.