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The Mogri Family
The Mogri Family
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The Wang Family
The Wang Family
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The Mendoza Family
The Mendoza Family
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The Mansukhani Family
The Mansukhani Family
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My husband and I work full time during the week. We are targeting minimum 45 hours a week Monday to Friday.
Duties will include all baby related work including bathing, meals, meal prep, playing, driving / walking to activities, watching during naps, baby laundry. Baby is fully sleep trained and will take one 1. 5 - 2 hour nap in the afternoon. Some help with family laundry and loading /emptying the dishwasher will be appreciated during this time.
We are looking for a 6 month commitment with the option to extend.
Must own their own car with valid drivers license and clean driving record and comfortable with dogs. We have a very friendly golden retriever at home.
Must have references of paid professional child care work.
The Suresha Family
The Suresha Family
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We are looking for a reliable, experienced, and caring nanny to help with our 2-month-old newborn.
Location: San Jose - Berryessa
Dates: January 1st – February 10th, 2026 (~6 weeks)
Hours: 4–8 hours/day, Monday to Friday (flexible, open to discussing)
Pay: $25–30/hour, with a minimum guarantee of 40 hours per week
Responsibilities:
Newborn care
Washing and preparing baby bottles
Light kitchen help (loading dishwasher, simple cleaning)
Laundry for the newborn and our 3-year-old (who is in school full-time)
Helping maintain a clean and calm environment for the baby
What we're looking for:
Strong experience caring for newborns
Up-to-date vaccinations (flu, Tdap, COVID preferred)
Willing to provide ID, work authorization, and vaccination proof
OK with a background check
Able to share 2–3 references
Kind, gentle, patient, and safety-focused
Able to drive to and from our house
Non-smoker
We are a warm, friendly family and our newborn is a very calm, easy baby. We'd love to start with a paid trial of 1–3 days this month to see if it's a good fit for both sides.
The Luo Family
The Luo Family
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The Li Family
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The Soni Family
The Soni Family
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The Yang Family
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How to Find Short-Term Nanny Jobs in San Jose, CA
Nanny Lane connects you with families in San Jose, CA who need a short-term nanny. Create a profile and start connecting with families who need temporary help.
You create your profile and connect with families that meet your needs. Then, as you meet with families, you can discuss and finalize details around cost and responsibilities. Learn more about nanny responsibilities.
What Are Short-Term Nanny Jobs?
Short-term nanny jobs are temporary positions with a set end date, such as covering a parental leave, a family move, a summer, or a gap between nannies. They suit nannies who like variety, are between jobs, or want to try a family before committing.
Types of Short-Term Nanny Jobs and Responsibilities
Short-term jobs can be full-time or part-time and last from a few weeks to several months. Responsibilities are the same as in an ongoing job, with an emphasis on getting up to speed quickly. Check the dates, the hours, and whether there is a chance of the role being extended.
How to Interview for Short-Term Nanny Jobs
Once you start connecting with prospective employers, the next step is a nanny job interview. Here are some questions you should ask:
- What are the start and end dates, and could the job be extended?
- Is the schedule full-time or part-time?
- What is the reason for the temporary role?
- How will I be paid, and is there a written agreement?
- What routines and house rules should I know on day one?
Beyond asking these questions, families will want you to have your nanny references ready and ask any questions to show initiative. The nanny job interview is an excellent opportunity to get aligned on the nanny job expectations. By doing this, you can get off on the right foot with your future employer.