A welcoming family in Merrimac, Massachusetts is seeking a calm, loving, and adaptable nanny to care for their three children—two boys (ages 7 and 4) and a 1-year-old girl. The children are easygoing, love playing games, spending time outdoors, and engaging with action figures. The position is for Tuesday through Thursday, from 7:00 AM to 5:30/6:00 PM, with flexibility. The role involves assisting with the morning and after-school routines for the two older children (starting in the fall) and providing attentive care to the baby during the day. Mom, currently home, may return to teaching in the fall and will be home during summers, while Dad works outside the house full-time.
The ideal candidate will be laid-back, collaborative, and fun-loving, with a touch of silliness and warmth. Responsibilities include meal prep for the children's lunches, laundry for the kids, light home tidying, organization, and occasional pet care for the family’s two friendly dogs (a golden retriever and a lab). While no extensive dog care is required, occasional letting them out or dog-sitting when the family is away would be appreciated. The family prefers that the nanny use their own car and enjoys someone who is outdoorsy or musically inclined (though this is not a requirement). This position offers $35-$40/hour, two weeks of paid vacation (nanny chooses one week), paid major federal holidays, five paid sick days, and a monthly healthcare stipend if needed. The start date is flexible, with a preference for January or February 2025.