Nanny-Family Assistant Needed

The right support doesn’t just help a family function. It changes how they experience their everyday life.

In Madison, Mississippi, an incredibly kind and down-to-earth physician family is seeking a Family Assistant who can step into their world with confidence and a love for supporting both children and the family as a whole. This is a family that gives so much of themselves to others through their work, and what they’re hoping for now is someone who can come alongside them and bring that same level of care and intention into their home.

With two sweet daughters, one who is full of imagination and personality at five years old, and a one-year-old just beginning to explore the world, this home is filled with curiosity, laughter, and the beautiful fullness of family life. Their home carries a sense of warmth and ease, the kind that makes you feel comfortable the moment you walk in.

Alongside their family is a friendly, energetic lab mix who adds an extra layer of liveliness to their days.

This is not a one-dimensional role. It’s a blend of childcare and household support, designed for someone who enjoys being both hands-on with children and providing support behind the scenes. Some days will be centered around the children, including school drop-offs, engaging the girls through play, reading stories, spending time outdoors or at the pool, and heading out for activities that keep their world big and bright. Other days will shift into supporting the home itself, including washing and folding laundry, meal prepping, running errands, organizing spaces, or simply creating an organized space that allows everything else to flow.

Both parents serve in demanding medical careers, with schedules that can vary from week to week. They understand the importance of giving their Family Assistant clarity and will provide schedules well in advance, often a month ahead, while also needing someone who can move with flexibility when life calls for it. There may be weeks that lean into evenings or weekends, and others that allow for lighter daytime hours. Through it all, reliability and timeliness are deeply valued, as this role plays a meaningful part in helping their home stay grounded.

Position Details:

Location: Madison, MS 39110

Start Date: Immediate Hire

Live-in/Live-out: Live-out

Ages of Children: 5-year-old (G) & 1-year-old (G)

Working Schedule: Part-time, with a minimum of 30 hours per week, generally scheduled Monday through Friday.

Please Note: This role primarily consists of afternoon and evening hours, with occasional weekend support (approximately one weekend per month), and the schedule will be provided one month in advance. The family is hoping to welcome a new baby in the near future. While both children are currently in school during the day, this position is expected to transition into a full-time role upon the baby’s arrival, with a shift to daytime infant care.

Length of Commitment: 1-2 years

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, thoughtfully based on the unique requirements of the position. *** Contact support@theheavensreflection.com for further details! ***

Benefits: Paid holidays

Job Responsibilities:

• Transporting children to activities
• Transporting children to school
• Planning nutritious meals and snacks that align with dietary needs and preferences
• Maintaining a tidy and functional home environment related to daily use (light tidying of common areas after use)
• Light day-to-day organizing of household spaces as needed (such as play areas, backpacks, school supplies, or commonly used items) to support daily flow (not large-scale or project-based organizing)
• Maintaining light, day-to-day tidiness in common areas related to the family’s daily activities, including resetting spaces after meals, play, and routines by putting away toys, straightening pillows, and folding blankets to keep the home functioning smoothly.
• Encouraging active and outdoor play
• Ensuring the safety and security of the child(ren) at all times
• Creating and facilitating engaging activities that promote learning, creativity, and development
• Running errands (grocery pickups, returns, pharmacy runs, dry cleaning drop-offs, etc.)
• Supporting the children’s laundry needs as they arise, including washing, folding, and putting away clothing.
• Communicating effectively and regularly with the parent(s) and updating them on the child's daily activities and progress
• Performing emergency procedures such as Pediatric CPR and First-aid in the event of an emergency
• Responding swiftly and effectively to any emergency situations
• Ensuring a safe, sanitary, and organized environment
• Supporting the development of children’s social, emotional, and physical needs
• Observing & notifying parents of any signs of emotional, behavioral, or developmental delays and/or regressions
• Maintain a positive attitude and a willingness to work as part of a team
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with parents/guardians and all members of the household

Qualifications:

• Legal eligibility to work in the United States
• 18 years of age or older
• Fluent in English
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license and safe driving record
• Valid Auto Insurance
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle
• Pass screenings, which include sexual misconduct screening, social media screening, reference verifications, and criminal and motor vehicle driving record background checks
• Up-to-date Pediatric CPR & First Aid Certification, or willing to take course to obtain certification
• Comfortable w/ pets (dogs)
• 3+ years of childcare experience
• A minimum of 2 years’ proven experience in a professional childcare environment
• A minimum of 2+ years of Nanny/Family Assistant experience in private home (Preferred)
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 professional childcare references
• Strong knowledge of childhood development
• Ability to perform tasks such as sitting, bending, and lifting children
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals (when necessary) and assist with feedings
• Physical ability to perform the duties associated with the role
• Be an initiator, self-reflector, and an effective communicator
• Be organized, reliable, patient, kind, punctual, positive, attentive, creative, and nurturing
• Must have phenomenal collaborative skills
• Have an intense love for all children and their overall development

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person