Family Assistant| Beachwood, OH

Disclaimer:

We are only considering candidates with professional nanny experience gained after the age of 18. Due to the nature of the position, we cannot accept high school babysitting experience as a substitute for professional nanny experience.

Incomplete applications or candidates who do not meet the minimum experience requirement will not be considered.

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A busy professional parent is seeking a long-term Family Assistant/Nanny to help support two school-aged children and keep the household running smoothly. This role combines after-school childcare with family assistant responsibilities and is ideal for someone with direct Family Assistant experience who enjoys becoming a valued part of a family's daily routine. We are specifically seeking candidates with previous Family Assistant experience, including managing household tasks and proactively supporting a busy family's day-to-day needs.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, proactive, and enjoys helping a busy household operate efficiently while providing a positive, supportive environment for the children.

Schedule:

The family is open to either a 3, 4 or 5-day-per-week schedule and is willing to work with the right candidate to create a schedule that fits both parties' needs. Once the schedule is established, it is expected to remain the consistent long-term schedule.Guaranteed 20–30 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours for the right candidate. The family's greatest need is typically between 1:00 PM and 6:00/7:00 PM, though additional daytime family assistant hours may be available for candidates seeking a larger schedule.

Start Date:

Flexible, with an ideal start before the end of August.

About the Children

The family has two bright, active, and independent school-aged children who enjoy sports, music, outdoor activities, and spending time with friends.

The children thrive with structure, consistency, and encouragement. They are generally self-sufficient and do not require constant hands-on care, but benefit from a trusted adult who can help keep routines on track, provide guidance, and offer support when needed.

The family values kindness, communication, emotional awareness, and personal responsibility. They are seeking a caregiver who will foster independence while providing a warm and supportive presence.

Responsibilities

Childcare Duties

• Transportation to local activities
• Supervising after-school routines and responsibilities
• Encouraging independence and accountability
• Supporting homework completion when needed
• Providing mentorship, guidance, and positive reinforcement
• Helping manage transitions between school, activities, and home
• Coordinating and transporting children to sports, music lessons, and other activities

Family Assistant Duties

• Children's laundry and bedding
• Packing school lunches
• Loading and unloading the dishwasher
• Daily kitchen reset and light household organization
• Meal preparation and assistance with simple family dinners
• Grocery shopping and household errands
• Seasonal organization of children's clothing and belongings
• Vacuuming high-traffic areas as needed
• General household support to help the week run smoothly

Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for an experienced Family Assistant or career nanny who enjoys supporting the entire family system, not just providing childcare. The right person understands that their role is to help create order, consistency, and calm in a busy household.

The ideal candidate is:

• Experienced as a nanny, family assistant, or household manager
• Highly organized and proactive
• Compassionate, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent
• Comfortable managing household logistics and anticipating needs
• A strong communicator and collaborative partner
• Able to build strong relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and occasionally alongside a work-from-home parent
• Engaged with children and genuinely interested in their growth and development
• Someone who takes pride in helping a busy professional parent keep the household running efficiently

The family is not looking for someone to wait on the children, but rather a caregiver who will encourage independence, reinforce routines, and serve as a trusted adult role model.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Comfortable driving children to local activities
• Reliable transportation
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
• Supportive of diverse family structures and lifestyles
• Comfortable with routine vaccinations, including annual flu and COVID vaccinations

Compensation & Benefits

• Up to $28 per hour, based on experience
• Guaranteed hours
• W-2 employment
• Additional paid benefits to be discussed with the final candidate

This family is hoping to find a long-term caregiver who will become a valued and trusted part of their household. They are looking for someone who enjoys a collaborative role, takes initiative, communicates openly, and takes pride in helping a busy family thrive.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $28.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• How many years of professional nanny experience do you have after the age of 18? Babysitting experience/SAHM/Caregivers need not apply.
• Please describe your previous nanny position/s: ages of the children, duties, schedule, and duration.
• Are you able to commit to a long-term position (1 year or more)?

Work Location: In person