Live-In Mandarin-English Nanny & Early Childhood Educator

About Our Family

We are a warm, multicultural Bay Area family with three children under five, looking for a long-term, live-in Bilingual Mandarin Nanny & Educator.

This role combines hands-on nanny responsibilities with early childhood teaching and Mandarin language exposure. We are looking for someone nurturing, reliable, organized, and experienced with babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.

Mandarin is very important to our family. The ideal candidate is a native Mandarin speaker with at least conversational English.

Our family travels frequently, both domestically and internationally. For smooth travel and employment, candidates should be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident and eligible for W-2 employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide warm, attentive care for three young children under five.
• Support daily routines including meals, naps, diapering/potty learning, dressing, hygiene, and transitions.
• Create a natural Mandarin-speaking environment through conversation, songs, books, play, outings, and activities.
• Plan simple, age-appropriate learning activities that support language, independence, creativity, emotional development, and early academic foundations.
• Design and deliver age-appropriate bilingual curriculum for children from infancy through early elementary ages.
• Help manage children’s schedules, supplies, clothing, toys, books, meals/snacks, laundry, and play areas.
• Coordinate with parents and other caregivers to maintain consistent routines and communication.
• Support occasional children-related family logistics, activities, events, and travel preparation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Native Mandarin speaker.
• Conversational English is required; fluent English is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a nanny, educator, preschool teacher, or similar role.
• Strong experience caring for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool-aged children.
• Comfortable caring for multiple young children.
• Open to a live-in role in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident; W-2 eligible.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and comfortable driving in an urban environment.
• Strong references from prior families, schools, or employers.
• Comfortable with hands-on childcare duties, including diapers, meals, children’s laundry, tidying children’s areas, and daily routines.
• Organized, active, discreet, professional, and comfortable around small dogs.
• Comfortable with occasional domestic or international family travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Early Childhood Education, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, child development, or elementary education.
• Experience in a preschool, Montessori school, daycare, elementary school, or other formal educational setting.
• Prior live-in experience with a private family.
• Experience caring for multiple young children.
• CPR certification and pediatric first aid training.
• Familiarity with Positive Discipline, Conscious Discipline, Montessori methods, or similar child-centered approaches.

Compensation & Benefits

• $120K–$140K, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and schedule.
• Paid time off.
• Paid sick leave.
• Live-in accommodations.
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate.
• W-2 employment.
• Travel expenses covered during family trips.
• Long-term stability with a warm, respectful, and engaged family.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should attach their CV and answer the screening questions below. We will review applications on a rolling basis and reach out to qualified candidates for an initial conversation. We look forward to hearing from you.

Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Application Question(s):

• What is your English level?
• Do you have experience caring for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children? Please describe.
• Are you open to a live-in role in the San Francisco Bay Area?
• What is your U.S. residency status, such as U.S. citizen, green card holder, or other?
• Do you have experience in a preschool, Montessori school, daycare, elementary school, or other formal educational setting? Please describe.

Language:

• Mandarin (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver’s license (Required)

Work Location: In person