Travel Nanny Location: Miami, FL, to the Dominican Republic (Aboard Norwegian Encore Cruise Ship)
Dates: February 9th, 2025 – February 16th, 2025
Compensation: $30–$40/hour
Schedule: Varies by day, approximately 10 hours/day
About the Family This family of four is embarking on a cruise to create cherished memories. The parents are excited to relax and enjoy quality time with their two daughters ages 6 months old and 4 years old. They value a nurturing, engaging environment and seek a nanny who shares their focus on creating fun, meaningful experiences.
Position Overview The family is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic travel nanny to care for their two young children during the cruise. The ideal candidate will foster a playful and educational atmosphere while ensuring the children’s safety and well-being. The nanny will have their own inside stateroom aboard the cruise ship, with food and accommodations fully covered. Key Responsibilities Provide attentive care for both children, including diaper changes, feeding, and bedtime routines. Engage the children in age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, pretend play, and outdoor gym breaks. Facilitate learning and fun through interactive activities, sing-a-longs, and shows like The Wiggles. Redirect behavior with patience and creativity (e.g., replacing a pen with a crayon). Maintain a positive, nurturing environment for the children throughout the trip.
Qualifications Prior experience caring for young children, including infants. Patient, creative, and enthusiastic personality. Comfortable handling routines in new environments. Ability to create engaging and educational experiences for children. Travel-ready and adaptable to a cruise environment. This is a temporary position for the duration of the cruise.
Accommodations: Private inside stateroom aboard the Norwegian Encore. All meals and accommodations are fully covered.
If you are a nurturing, fun-loving professional with a passion for working with children, this is a unique opportunity to join a family on an unforgettable journey.
Required Qualifications:
Age:
Candidates must be at least 21 years old.
Experience:
Related work experience is required along with verifiable references. Candidates may have a broad range of experience, but it MUST pertain to the position you are applying for. We require at least 2-3 verifiable references. Letters of recommendation from previous employers are preferred.
Driving Record:
A driver’s license is required for most positions and a motor vehicle investigation is completed prior to placement.
Criminal Background:
A criminal background investigation is completed on all candidates prior to placement.
Residency Requirement:
All candidates must furnish proof of US citizenship or eligibility to work as a legal alien.
Commitment:
Typically, candidates must be willing to commit for at least 1 year with a family. Occasionally, temporary and summer placements are requested.