A warm, busy family based on Manhattan’s Upper West Side is seeking an experienced part-time nanny to care for their two children. The mother will return to work in October, and the family would like the nanny to begin by mid-September to allow time for a comfortable handover.

The family is looking for someone who will become a trusted and consistent presence in their home. Their ideal nanny will be warm and engaging, respect the children’s individual personalities, and provide gentle boundaries without being overly strict or overbearing.

This is an active role involving pick-ups from two schools located a few blocks apart, both approximately ten blocks and two avenues from the family’s home, followed by after-school activities. Before collection, the nanny will help with the children’s laundry, organisation, and meal preparation.

The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday from 1:00–6:00 p.m., with potential Friday hours from 12:30 p.m. The position offers approximately 20–25 hours per week and pays $40–$45 per hour, depending on experience. 

The family has no pets.

• Collect the children from their respective schools
• Accompany them to after-school activities
• Provide attentive, age-appropriate care and engagement
• Prepare snacks and simple dinners for the children
• Complete the children’s laundry and organise their clothing and belongings
• Keep the children’s bedrooms and play areas tidy
• Prepare school bags and activity equipment
• Complete other child-related household tasks as needed
• Keep the parents updated about the children’s schedules and well-being

• Previous professional nanny or childcare experience
• Warm, trustworthy, and dependable
• Energetic and able to manage busy afternoons
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative
• Able to offer gentle, consistent guidance
• Comfortable supporting the family’s Montessori-informed approach
• Flexible and willing to pitch in when needed

• Legally authorised to work in the United States
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Available Monday through Thursday from 1:00–6:00 p.m.
• Comfortable managing two school pick-up locations
• Willing to complete child-related cooking, laundry, organisation, and light housekeeping

• $40–$45 per hour, depending on experience