Full-Time Live-In Nanny | Canton, MI

| Canton, MI, United States

Posted Date 5/02/2025
Description

Overview

 A warm and loving family in Canton, Michigan is seeking a long-term, live-in nanny for their two daughters, ages 3 ½ and 2, to start the beginning of July. The general schedule will be Monday through Friday from 6am to 9am for morning routine, including daycare drop-off, and 4pm to 8pm with flexibility. A monthly schedule will be provided in advance, however, both parents are physicians and may get called in occasionally, requiring the nanny to be on duty overnight. The family is relocating from the East Coast, and the children will start daycare in late August. Initially, the nanny will be required to work more hours until daycare starts, when the general schedule will take effect. Living accommodations consist of a private bedroom and bath within the home that is slightly separated from the main living space, allowing for privacy. A car will be provided for child-related duties. Relocation is being offered.

Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to:

First and foremost, the health, safety, well-being, and growth of the children
All aspects of full-charge care, including meal plan, prep, cook, bath, and bedtime routines
Child-related housekeeping, such as laundry and tidying up of children’s areas
Driving children to/from daycare and activities
Engage in developmentally appropriate activities, including reading, interactive play, crafts, and outdoor play
Collaborate and communicate with parents, seamlessly integrating family values
Research local age-appropriate activities, and ahead of travel
Nurture creativity and create an environment that fosters independence, intelligence, and curiosity 
Addressing big feelings and lovingly guiding the children through moments, making them part of the solution
Pack/unpack for travel and outings
Limit screen time and create fun transitions
Accompany the family on domestic trips as needed
Occasional household errand running, such as grocery shopping and picking up items for the children
Light housekeeping, such as kitchen clean up after meals, loading/unloading the dishwasher, and some family laundry
Creating a well-rounded environment where the children feel safe, loved, and will thrive

 

Qualifications

Warm, loving, communicative, and respectful

Energetic and outgoing
Can work collaboratively and autonomously
Works intuitively
Organized and proactive
Flexible with the schedule, with good time management skills
Trustworthy, dependable, and professional
Truly passionate about children, their care, and being an instrumental part of their growth and development.
Ability to set boundaries and redirect children’s behavior in a calm and nurturing, educational manner.

 

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

5+ years of experience in a similar role
Able to travel domestically as requested
Up-to-date vaccinations or willing to get them for flu, MMR, and COVID
Current CPR certification
Ability to start July 14, 2025
Legal to work in the U.S.

Salary and Benefits

$35 per hour, and PTO

Job Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Nanny
Housing Type
Live-in or On-site

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