Overview

A Long Island family is seeking a full-time nanny for their 6 year old son with autism. The schedule runs from 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday afternoon, totaling 48 working hours, plus a flat overnight rate of $200–$250 per night. There is flexibility on the days worked. This is a live-in position while on duty. The primary responsibility is with the son but will be cross trained to watch the baby on occasion, but not at the same time. Each child has their own nannies for each day. The son is very smart, sweet, and non-verbal. They also have a small, older dog, but you will not be responsible for any pet care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the child’s safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintain a highly clean and sanitary environment for the child.
• Meal prep organic purees for the child and transition to making solids as the child grows.
• Create a stimulating, warm, and joyful environment to support the child's growth.
• Handle child-related tidying and organizing.
• Be knowledgeable about developmental milestones and provide activities to support the child’s growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Proven long-term placements with excellent references.
• Extensive experience.
• High attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Professional/career nanny with the ability to maintain boundaries and navigate a fully-staffed household.
• Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to read a room.
• Comfortable adhering to a highly scheduled home.
• Must be educated and highly organized.
• Proactive with the ability to take direction well.
• Professional, polished, and communicative.
• Confident swimmer (preferred, but not required).

Requirements

• Infant/Child CPR and First-Aid certifications (or be willing to update them ASAP).
• Driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Up to date on vaccines (Tdap, Flu).
• Non-smoker.
• Legal to work in the U.S.

Salary and Benefits

• Hourly rate: $35-$45/hr
• $200-$250 flat overnight rate
• 2 weeks PTO
• Sick pay offered