Job Details

JRN#2397

A kind, active family in San Francisco is seeking a capable, energetic, and trustworthy Nanny to support the care of their toddler and infant (2.5-year-old in morning preschool and 8-month-old). This is a collaborative role working closely with a stay-at-home parent, ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys early childhood and is highly engaged in supporting children's growth and development. The ideal candidate is confident caring for both children individually and together, communicates well, and embraces a true tag-team approach as daily needs evolve. A strong understanding of developmental milestones and age-appropriate activities is important; Early Childhood Education experience is a plus.

The family is seeking someone who is present, hands-on, and proud of the role they play—whether through play, outdoor activities, healthy routines, or attentive care. Strong judgment, low ego, positive energy, and a love for working with young children are essential, along with a desire to be part of a collaborative, respectful household.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, loving care for a toddler and infant, adapting support as needs shift throughout the day
• Partner closely with mom in a highly collaborative, communicative working relationship
• Support morning routines, including breakfast, getting ready, and toddler drop-off or pick-up
• Manage infant care including naps, feedings, and playtime
• Engage both children in age-appropriate, enriching activities indoors and outdoors (this is a no screens households)
• Foster a playful, hands-on, and nurturing environment
• Support healthy eating routines and follow family guidance around meals and nutrition
• Assist with light child-related tasks as needed (tidying child-focused areas in home, doing children's laundry, etc.)
• Travel with the family approximately 4 weeks per year and support occasional date nights or evenings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional nanny or childcare experience preferred
• Comfortable caring for both a toddler and an infant, together and independently
• Early Childhood Education experience or familiarity with developmental milestones is a plus
• Confident driver with a clean driving record
• Energetic, playful, and genuinely engaged with children
• Collaborative, low-ego, adaptable, and willing to pitch in where needed
• Open communicator, dependable, honest, and flexible
• Passport ready (travel is part of the job)

Location: San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $40-$55/hr + OT, 2 weeks PTO, 8 Federal Holidays, 5 sick days (Guaranteed 40 hours per week)

Schedule: 7am-3/5pm (8-10 hour days with flexibility to cover occasional date nights and weekends)

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