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The Smith Family - Hiring in Richmond

The Smith Family

Richmond, VA
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 kids

A little bit about us

We have 2 wonderful boys who are kind, fun, creative and listen well. They love to be outdoors, learn and create fun games. Our one son with special needs loves to be active- biking, swimming, and is super extroverted. The other is more down to relax and read or play a video game but! Also loves to be outdoors-, swimming, biking etc. They are both always up for a fun adventure!! They are active and engaged and we are seeking someone who is also engaged, energetic, attentive, caring, punctual and trustworthy as a mothers helper/ part time nanny. We truly need help so there isnt time for being on your cell phone.
Both boys have some degree of special needs, and it is vital all applicants are understanding and willing to learn how to work with our children and their needs. Usually that goes for assisting with teaching social cues; managing feelings; helping communicate needs in an effective manner, etc...

We are looking for someone to help:
During this upcoming school year: 1-2 days/ week to help with pick up+ after school care- roughly 2-230 pmish - 700 pmish. As well as some occasional date nights on weekends or evenings.


Must be 18 and have a good driving record and car.
We do also have a black lab, so must be comfortable with a cute, sweet big dog!

Responsibilities include: We are seeking someone proactive and willing to step in and lend a hand. Noticing if kids needs help cleaning up; assisting with meal prep, organizing schedule, assisting with teaching life skills, confidence building.

Certification requirements

CPR
First Aid
The Woryk Family - Hiring in Great Falls

The Woryk Family

Great Falls, VA
$25/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
1 kid
Interested in nanny share

A little bit about us

Hi nannies! We’re looking for a loving, warm, and engaging nanny for our 14-month-old son as I return to work in September.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1:00–6:00 PM

Our son is curious, active, and a ton of fun. He loves being read to, going on walks and exploring outside, and playing games. We’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with toddlers and will actively engage with him throughout the day.

Beyond providing attentive and loving care, we’d love someone who can support his language, cognitive, social, and emotional development through reading, conversation, play, outdoor activities, and age-appropriate learning.

We’re hoping to find someone who:

* Speaks English well and communicates clearly
* Has experience with toddlers and an understanding of early childhood development
* Is warm, patient, playful, and attentive
* Enjoys reading, talking, playing, and exploring outdoors
* Can prepare simple meals/snacks for him and help with light child-related chores

We’re a warm, flexible, and easygoing family and really value having a positive, respectful relationship with our nanny. We hope to find someone who feels comfortable with us and can become a trusted part of our son’s daily life.

Please reach out if you’re interested and tell us a little about yourself and your childcare experience!

Certification requirements

CPR
First Aid
The Meagher Family - Hiring in Chesapeake

The Meagher Family

Chesapeake, VA
$18/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
3 kids

A little bit about us

Military dad with Military mom that travels. In need of flexible nanny with flexible hours starting in late July time frame. Some days pick up drop required and pet care.

Certification requirements

CPR
First Aid
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Before you start looking for a nanny job, it's essential to learn about the different types of nannies and how they compare to each other so that you make sure you’re looking for the right opportunities.

The different types of nanny jobs have different nanny responsibilities. The boundaries for nannies duties vary from family to family. However, in general, a nanny is responsible for making sure the children's needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example, housekeeping or meal preparation, it’s good practice to make sure your expectations are aligned with the family.

There are temporary nanny jobs, even seasonal nanny jobs like summer nanny jobs. Beyond seasonal and temporary nanny positions, there are differences between full-time and part-time nanny jobs. The primary difference being the number of hours you spend at your nanny job every week. For full-time nannies, there are options for live in nanny positions and live-out positions in Virginia. Live-out positions are more common, but each family has their own set of needs that require different types of care, and live in nanny positions can be exactly what some families want. If you're looking to explore live in nanny positions, it's even more important to create a shared set of expectations around hours, responsibilities, and what is expected of you when you're not on the clock.

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