A warm family in Montclair, NJ is seeking an experienced, proactive, and engaging Nanny/Family Assistant for their two boys, aged 2.5 years and 6 months. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:15am–5pm,  with some flexibility to occasionally stay later appreciated. Their eldest attends preschool during the day, so the role will initially be primarily focused on the infant, alongside managing both children's routines, meals, activities, and day-to-day needs.

Both parents work outside of the home and are looking for someone who is confident taking ownership of the children's schedules and can work independently without requiring significant direction. The ideal candidate will be energetic and hands-on, enjoying outdoor play, classes, playdates, reading, and finding creative ways to keep the children active and engaged. Someone warm and nurturing, but equally confident setting boundaries and navigating the toddler years, will be a strong fit.

During the infant's downtime, the nanny will assist with light Family Assistant responsibilities such as grocery shopping, errands, household organisation, and managing packages and deliveries. As the children grow and spend more time in school, the family would like this aspect of the position to naturally expand. The family employs professional cleaners, so this is not a formal housekeeping role.

The family's current nanny has been with them for over two years and is leaving only because she is relocating out of state. They are looking for someone who is genuinely interested in another long-term position and can grow with their family.

The ideal candidate will be available to start by mid September.

• Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for both children
• Manage children's daily routines, including naps, feeding, meals, preschool, appointments, classes, and playdates
• Complete preschool drop-off and drive the children to activities using the family's vehicle
• Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities and outings
• Support the children's developmental milestones, including potty training
• Prepare bottles and simple, healthy meals, lunches, snacks, and dinners for the children
• Complete children's laundry and maintain their wardrobes and belongings
• Keep children's bedrooms, play areas, toys, books, strollers, and diaper bags clean and organised
• Monitor children's supplies and stay on top of preschool communications and requirements
• Proactively research and suggest classes, activities, and playdates
• Grocery shop, put groceries away, and assist with occasional errands and returns
• Keep the kitchen and refrigerator organised and load/unload the dishwasher as needed
• Manage mail, packages, deliveries, and general household organisation
• Feed the family's Cavalier King Charles Spaniel once per day and let him into the fenced backyard
• Occasional family meal preparation would be appreciated but is not required

• Minimum of 5 years of professional nanny experience
• Strong infant and toddler experience, including caring for multiple young children
• Energetic, active, and genuinely engaged with children
• Warm and nurturing while confident establishing appropriate boundaries
• Highly proactive, organised, and comfortable taking initiative
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills and fluent English
• Spanish or French would be a plus, but is not required
• Comfortable around dogs
• Seeking a long-term position and interested in growing with a family

• Legal to work in the US
• Valid driver's license and confident driver
• Reliable transportation to and from the family's home; a family vehicle will be provided during working hours
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Excellent verifiable professional references

The family is offering $35/hour + overtime.

Benefits include:

• guaranteed hours
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days.