KC037 - Full-Time Nanny/Family Assistant - Dobbs Ferry,...

A warm, busy family of six is seeking a proactive, calm, and intuitive Family Assistant/Nanny. With four children (ages 14, twin 11-year-olds, and a 7-year-old), this role blends after-school childcare with family assistant responsibilities during school hours. The family values someone organized, warm, and able to respect the parents’ wish to remain actively involved with their children.The ideal candidate is equally comfortable managing multiple kids’ schedules and engaging them in a creative and active way, as they are running errands, assisting with home organization, and supporting household logistics. The family has one small elderly dog, so occasional light pet help may be needed.Sample ScheduleThe schedule below is just an example. The family is looking for someone to help with about 8 hours per week while children are in school with family assistant tasks, two afternoons/evenings per week while children are home, two early mornings per week, one weekday overnight, and several hours on one weekend day. Weekday scheduling will revolve around the family’s sports schedules, which change twice per year, as well as the candidate’s preference. Weekend scheduling also revolves around sports. Schedules will be set up with the candidate and agreed on in advance.Monday: 2PM-9PMWednesday: 2PM-9PM, then overnight until ThursdayThursday: 7AM-2PMFriday: 7AM-10AMSaturday or Sunday (candidate’s preference): minimum 6-8 hours (set in advance, based on sports schedules)One overnight per week is requiredOne weekend shift requiredOccasional travel (5-10 day trips, passport ready)School pick-ups/drop-offs and driving to activities (clean driving record required)Homework help, especially with twins needing extra supportEngaging, age-appropriate play and activities (especially active play with 7-year-old son)Coordinating playdates, planning outings, and supporting extracurricularsHousehold/family assistant tasks: errands, returns, ordering gifts, managing school communication, inbox monitoring, scheduling, organization, light computer workGrocery shopping and light meal prep as needed (family values healthy, balanced meals; housekeepers and mom also cook)Shared responsibilities with mom, while taking initiative and working independentlyStrong organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities independentlyCalm, patient, warm, measured presence; quiet authority works wonders in our chaotic householdRespectful, firm yet gentle approach with childrenAble to keep kids off screens and engage them actively and creativelyFlexible, adaptable dispositionConfident swimmer (required); skiing a plus, but not requiredTeaching or tutoring background highly valuedOpen to travelMinimum 5+ years of nanny experience with similar age groupExperience, whether personally or through employment, with assistant-type tasksCollege degree completed or in process required, preferably (but not necessarily) in child developmentStrong preference for candidates with teaching or tutoring experienceCPR & First Aid certified and currentConfident swimmerClean driving record and active driver’s licenseFully vaccinated$40-$45/hour, W-2 on the booksPaid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidaysHealth insurance negotiable

Created: 2025-10-04