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The Mukherji Family
The Mukherji Family
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I am currently pregnant with a baby boy due in October 2025
I am looking into nanny share with one other family (hopefully they can host) in Mid Cambridge
We are looking at mid to late April when our baby will be 6months old
And look to have this continue till he is a year old.
It’ll be a Monday to Friday 9 to 5 setup
Happy to discuss more on chat!
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The Akant Family
The Akant Family
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The FT position would start in the beginning of January and continue through May 10th, with the possibility of staying on after that. Exact start and end dates are flexible. We have no other children or pets.
Hours/ Schedule: Mon and Wed 9am - 5pm / Tues and Thurs 9am - 7pm. Fridays off, or a half day, e.g. 9 - 12pm.
Location/ Parking: We live in North Cambridge, about 10 minutes walk from the Porter Square T stop. We have a guest parking spot in our lot for your use.
Compensation/Benefits: $25/hr. Guaranteed hours. Paid federal holidays and paid vacation. Open fridge policy.
Responsibilities: Soothing, feeding bottles of pumped breastmilk (and introducing solids when the time comes), diaper changes, putting the baby down for naps, playing, talking, and singing with the baby, doing tummy time, and going outside on stroller walks.
Qualifications: Experience with infants and infant developmental milestones. Infant CPR and first aid. Current vaccines. Non smoker. Recommendations from former families or employers.
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The Botas Family
The Botas Family
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The Ben Shitrit Family
The Ben Shitrit Family
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The Forrester Family
The Forrester Family
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The Garcia Family
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How to Find Short-Term Nanny Jobs in Cambridge, MA
Nanny Lane connects you with families in Cambridge, MA 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.