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The Merle Family
The Merle Family
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We're looking for a career nanny with special needs experience and a genuine love for children to join our family as a Weekend Nanny/House Manager.
Our 7-year-old daughter is sweet, thoughtful, highly intelligent, spunky, and sensitive. We're looking for someone who is engaging, warm, perceptive, patient, gentle and detail oriented.
It's important that you have a background working with high functioning autistic children or special needs children.
During the week, she is busy with school/activities. On the weekends, she likes to be a total homebody. She'd love a playful nanny who enjoys playing make believe, doing hairstyles, baking, Taylor Swift, and just relaxing with a TV show or video game.
This job is ideal for a patient, gentle nanny who also enjoys being a homebody. She does take some medications and being detail-oriented is key overall.
Our daughter will be with us each day between 11-2 and during that time we'd love help with light housework, tidying, organizing etc.
Hours: Saturdays and Sundays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., ideally available for weekend babysitting and weekend travel occasionally.
Pay: $30-$35/hour depending on experience
Paid sick and personal days
Gas/toll reimbursement
Requirements:
Valid drivers license and vehicle to get to work
Must have relevant experience
Be able to pass a standard background check
3-5 professional nanny references
Long-term commitment and reliability are key
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The Ricigliano Family
The Ricigliano Family
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The W Family
The W Family
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Nanny role includes working on craft projects with the children, teaching them independence and life skills, picking them up from school and driving them to activities, helping with homework, and planning/ preparing simple nutritious meals. We have two fun-loving boys who enjoy arts and crafts, reading, playing outdoor sports and board games, and learning about science and geography.
Housekeeper role includes whatever is needed for the household to run smoothly, such as keeping the house clean and tidy, running errands, helping to organise, doing basic housework (laundry, vacuuming, ironing, loading/unloading dishes). No pets.
We believe in working as a team and hope to find someone who can stay with our family long term!
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The Auerbach Family
The Auerbach Family
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The Lott Family
The Lott Family
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The Sowards Family
The Sowards Family
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How to Find a Special Needs Nanny Job in Newton,MA
Start by creating your profile so that families can quickly learn about you. Once your profile highlights your skills and personality, you can message families to find the right nanny job for you.
What is a Special Needs Nanny Job in Newton,MA
A special needs nanny focuses on caring for children with special needs. You’ll be responsible for creating individualized care and activities that combine both consistency and stimulation. The family you’re caring for will have schedules and preferences to share with you to ensure that their child receives the best care possible.
Preparing for a Special Needs Nanny Job Interview in Newton,MA
Once you start connecting with prospective employers, the next step is a special needs nanny job interview. Here is a list of some infant nanny interview questions to prepare for:
- What is your specific experience with this diagnosis?
- Can you tell us about your experiences with children with special needs?
- Do you have any special training in Newton,MA?
- What would you do if an emergency arises?
- How strictly do you usually follow a schedule with children with special needs?
At this stage, you should come prepared with references from past special needs nanny jobs. It is a great opportunity to see how you fit in with the family and ask any questions about the responsibilities or compensation. To ensure everyone has a shared understanding of the role and responsibilities; we recommend asking for a job offer or a nanny contract.
