About the Role
A family of six on the Upper West Side is seeking a Spanish-speaking daytime NCS or infant nanny to assist with the care of their newborn, due in early September. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7am-7pm. While care of older children is not required, the nanny should help facilitate relationship building between them and the baby. The family seeks an initial 9-12 month commitment with potential for long-term employment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of the baby
- Clean and maintain bottles and other baby feeding supplies
- Implement and maintain safe sleep practices aligned with current guidelines, and in collaboration with the night NCS
- Help establish and support feeding and sleep routines appropriate for developmental stage
- Maintain a baby log
- Monitor baby's wellbeing, feeding patterns, and developmental progress
- Organize and maintain baby clothing, gear, and supplies
- Monitor inventory; proactively alert parents when supplies need reordering
- Keep nursery and baby areas tidy and organized
- Work collaboratively with other staff
- Recommend age-appropriate products and equipment as needed
- Provide developmentally appropriate stimulation and activities as the baby grows and develops
- Encourage language through music, reading, and talking to the baby
Requirements
- Must have experience with daytime care of babies up to 1 year old
- Must have experience working in household with other staff
- Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification
- Up-to-date vaccinations (Covid, Flu, MMR, RSV, Tdap)
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Excellent, verifiable references from previous families
Skills
- Native or fluent Spanish speaker
- Calm, steady, and warm demeanor
- Engaging and loving with children
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Self-directed and proactive
- Adaptable and responsive to changing needs
- Team player
Location
- Upper West Side (commute daily)
Work Type
- Live-out
- Daytime
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 9-12 month initial commitment
Salary/Compensations
- $36-43/hr. ($500-600 per shift) gross, DOE
Benefits
- Metrocard
- Medical insurance stipend
