Live-In Nanny/House Manager | Saint Michaels, MD

An active family who likes to travel and live life to the fullest is seeking a top-notch live-in nanny/house manager to care for their three school-aged children, and sprawling, fully staffed estate on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The family is in the development phase of their home enterprise, and the ideal candidate will be experienced, passionate, and dedicated long term. The general schedule will average 40 hours per week, alternating Wednesday through Friday and Wednesday through Monday, based on the co-parenting schedule. This is a live-in position, with childcare being the main priority, and the family wants the best of the best. Accommodations consist of a separate guest house on the property. Relocation is being offered, and the candidate must be available for immediate hire.

Nanny Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate morning routine, preparing children for school
• Transporting children to/from school and activities – car provided
• Preparing healthy meals and snacks
• Oversee bed and bath time
• Assisting with homework and school projects
• Engaging in fun-filled educational play and outdoor games
• Organizing children’s rooms and belongings
• Organically create teaching moments and lead by example
• Provide a positive environment fostering independence and good judgment
• Proactively researching age-appropriate activities locally and before travel
• Liaising with teachers and proactively monitoring/updating children’s schedules in the family calendar
• Reviewing child-related invoices for accuracy and paying invoices
• Assessing and managing health, including appointments and medications
• Scheduling play dates and social engagements
• Serving as the first point of contact regarding child custody communication when necessary
• Guiding the children’s social development to include manners, success-driven routines, and building the character of a leading global citizen. 
• Fostering, promoting, and establishing an atmosphere of mutual respect, positivity, patience, and drive to achieve.
• Collaboratively work with hands-on parents
• Assist with planning and prep for children’s birthday parties and other events
• Gift purchasing and wrapping
• Travel prep/pack
• Accompany the family on domestic and international trips
• Set boundaries in a firm but thoughtful manner
• Make transition times enjoyable
• Represent the family in a polished and professional manner
• Ad hoc tasks as needed

House Manager Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring the home is neat and always organized.
• Collaborate with the Estate manager to divide and conquer the oversight of the housekeeping team by directing and coordinating schedules as needed
• Establish and enforce housekeeping policies and procedures
• Oversee and train housekeeping staff,
• Draft and implement a cleaning and laundry schedule, 
• Maintain tidy and orderly closets throughout the residence 
• Liaising with contractors and specialty vendors to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and workmanship
• Create a maintenance log and schedule regular service, such as deep cleaning of the interiors, including upholstery and HVAC systems.
• Maintain household inventories and procure supplies, manage inventory of perishables, pantry items, medicine supplies, toiletries, and dry goods.
• Care for multiple dogs, 
• Daily errands
• Assist principals with home organization projects, packing and unpacking for trips, seasonal wardrobe shopping and relocation, holiday shopping, decorating, and other special projects as needed.
• Keep the house running smoothly when the family is in and out of town

Desired Qualifications:

• Trustworthy, dependable, and resourceful
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, 
• Exceptional organizational skills, 
• Tech savvy – Ability to use apps on phone
• Engaging and outgoing personality with emotional maturity
• Ability to pivot and anticipate needs – Always has a backup plan
• Passionate about children, their well-being, and development
• Team player who enjoys collaboration with parents and staff
• Knowledge of working with a family office and other family representatives
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate the family’s preferences, goals, and expectations of internal staff, team members, and external providers
• Working with the highest level of discretion is your M.O.
• Patient and adaptable
• Not easily flustered and enjoy being a positive, uplifting role model
• Sense of humor
• Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal

Requirements:

• 7+ years of prior experience in a similar position in a fully staffed estate
• Experience with multiple children aged 8 and up
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Valid passport
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to swim
• Pet/Animal friendly
• College degree
• Experience with children with ADHD and dyslexia
• Must sign and adhere to an NDA
• Flexibility
• Knowledge of fine household items such as couture clothing, fine linens, laundering, and wardrobe management
• Legal to work in the U.S.

Salary & Benefits:

The family is offering $145k to $175k annually based on experience, PTO, and negotiable health reimbursement