372 | Part-time Professional Nanny for Sycamore Twp Family

Requirements:
– Professional childcare experience, 2 years minimum
– Infant experience, required
– Nurturing, positive, kind & compassionate
– Creative, likes to teach
– Responsible, honest & trustworthy
– Safe & attentive
– Warm, seeks to be part of the family
– Open with communication to provide a team approach
– Up-to-date immunizations, annual flu shot, Covid vaccine
– Clear background check, driving record, and drug test
– CPR/First Aid certified prior to start date
– Non-smoker
*Nannies who seek to bring their own child may apply

Start date:
Mon., July 7th 

Schedule:
2 days/week. 8 hours/day. 16 hours/week. The family is flexible on which days and exact hours the nanny would choose. Could be 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., or with an earlier or later start and end. 

Pay Range:
$23.00 – 27.00/hour depending on experience, education, and expertise.  Overtime rate of time and a half goes into effect after 40 hours/week. The expected gross pay is $368–$432/week, or approximately $19,136–$22,464/year.  Taxes will be withheld.

Benefits:
Family will offer 6 PTO days to be used for vacation, sick and personal days. Nanny will have up to 12 paid holidays (MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day) as they fall on a nanny’s work day. In addition, when the family travels, the nanny will have 2 weeks per year off and paid.The family will reimburse miles driven during the workday at the federal mileage rateThe family will guarantee pay at 16 hours/week, even in the case where the nanny is given unrequested time off, when the family vacations or ends a day early. 

Children:
The family has two children — a 6-year-old son and a 2-month-old daughter. B6 is creative, curious, and sweet-natured. He’s affectionate, sensitive, and kind. He thrives with steady reminders and gentle direction, as he can become distracted and tends to shut down if corrected too harshly. He enjoys playing outside, listening to music, working on arts and crafts (he has a dedicated craft desk and collection box), and has recently started reading—and enjoys it! He attends Kindergarten at Deer Park; mom typically handles drop-off and pickup. The nanny will help create a predictable after-school routine: snack time, an hour of independent play. During the summer he’ll attend Zoo Camp for a couple of weeks in August and play 1–2 days a week at a friend’s house. He was recently diagnosed with ADHD, and the family is currently working with a psychologist to better understand and support him. G2mos is a calm and quiet baby who enjoys being held. She’s already showing physical strength—holding her head up and pushing with her legs—and is becoming more observant of her surroundings. She is nursing but is also used to bottle-feeding with breastmilk. Mom hopes to continue nursing during the day as her schedule allows. They’re working on establishing a nap rhythm, though it’s still variable. Currently, she is usually up by 6:00 a.m., active until about 9:00 a.m., then naps for 2 hours in the morning and again for a couple of hours around 1:00 p.m. 

Family values:
This family values kindness, inclusivity, and embracing differences. While they come from diverse backgrounds—being of mixed ethnic descent including Filipino and Christian—they believe in respecting all people and perspectives. They prioritize curiosity and encourage asking questions and embracing the “whys” in life. Quality time is at the heart of their family life, with a focus on the home and family-centered activities. They enjoy learning about different places and cultures, and often incorporate these interests into their life. Family dinners are a cherished tradition, followed by evening family time, which might include board games, video games, reading, and winding down for bed. While they are homebodies at heart, they place a high value on spending time in nature and prioritize travel, such as their upcoming month-long trip to Canada. The family enjoys a flexible schedule, understanding that “kids are kids.” Clear consequences and rewards are part of their approach, with a focus on positive guidance. They engage B6 in activities that spark his interests and try to make chores fun and engaging.Mom works from home and maintains a flexible schedule, typically working from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Her office is on the 3rd floor away from the children, though she may come down for lunch.  Dad has a varying schedule, but will be working outside the home on the days the nanny is there. working from home 2-3 days a week. For them, the greatest joy in parenting is watching their children develop their own unique personalities and encouraging them to expand on their existing interests.

Duties include:
Basic care and clean up after children.Children’s meal prep. Children’s laundry. Keeping the house picked up and orderly, wiping counters/table, vacuuming, putting stuff away, etc.,Transportation to/from school and fun activities. The family encourages getting out for activities, walks, and play.,l  

Pets:
The family has one dog — a large, friendly, 100-pound Pyrenees mix. He’s well-trained, low-energy, and requires no care from the nanny.

Hopes:
Ultimately, the family is seeking a part-time professional long-term nanny who is compassionate, creative, honest, kind, and nurturing. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of professional childcare experience, with some experience in infant care. The family values a nanny who is safe, attentive, and responsible, and who can provide a nurturing and positive environment for their children. The right candidate will be trustworthy, always keeping the best interests of the children at heart, and willing to work closely with parents to maintain clear boundaries and expectations. The family requires a 1-year commitment, but could see the role being needed for the next 5 years.