Part-Time Nanny Needed for Long-Term Position with Beacon Hill Family

Part-Time Nanny Needed for Long-Term Position with Beacon Hill Family

DETAILS:

Location: Seattle, WA (Beacon Hill neighborhood)

Ideal Start Date: August 3, 2026 (flexible for the right candidate)

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Children: Two children, ages 2 and 6

Compensation: $30-$35/hour DOE, 30 guaranteed hours/week, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid federal holidays, health insurance stipend, mileage reimbursement, and legal household employment via payroll service.

Length of Position: Minimum one-year commitment preferred with strong interest in a long-term fit

*** Must be legally authorized to work in the United States ***

The Family:

A thoughtful Beacon Hill family is seeking a reliable and engaging nanny to care for their two daughters, ages 2 and 6.

Their younger daughter is curious, bright, and energetic. She loves books, music, puzzles, outdoor adventures, and discovering how the world works. Their older daughter is imaginative, creative, and kindhearted, with a love for reading, crafts, pretend play, unicorns, dragons, and all things make-believe.

The family values curiosity, kindness, personal responsibility, and helping children develop confidence through age-appropriate challenges. They believe in balancing structure with free play, encouraging growth while still allowing children to enjoy being kids. Screen time is limited, and they prioritize outdoor activities, creativity, learning, and meaningful engagement.

While prior childcare experience is important, the family places the greatest emphasis on finding a nanny whose personality, values, and caregiving style align well with their family. They are looking for someone who will become a trusted and consistent presence in their children's lives and who genuinely enjoys helping children learn, grow, and develop independence.

The family describes their ideal nanny as calm, positive, dependable, encouraging, and proactive. They are looking for someone who communicates well, values reliability, and enjoys helping children build confidence and responsibility.

One parent works remotely from a fully detached office located outside the home, allowing the nanny and children to maintain independence and their own daily routine throughout the day.

Above all else, the family hopes to find a nanny who is interested in building a meaningful long-term relationship and becoming a trusted and positive presence in their daughters' lives.

The Job Description:

This is a childcare-focused position centered on providing attentive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate care for two wonderful children.

The ideal candidate enjoys creating a structured yet fun environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. The family is seeking someone who can confidently manage school pickups, preschool transportation, activities, routines, and day-to-day childcare responsibilities while encouraging independence and personal growth.

This is not a passive childcare role. The family values engagement and is looking for a nanny who is fully present, interactive, and invested in helping children develop confidence, responsibility, and curiosity about the world around them.

The position includes planning age-appropriate activities, organizing outings to parks, libraries, and community destinations, supporting homework when needed, and creating opportunities for learning and exploration throughout the week.

The family highly values communication and appreciates a nanny who proactively shares updates regarding activities, milestones, routines, and day-to-day happenings.

Most importantly, the family hopes to find someone who is interested in becoming a trusted long-term partner and positive influence throughout their children's early years.

Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, nurturing care for two children
• Pick up the younger child from preschool three days per week
• Pick up the older child from elementary school each afternoon
• Drive children to and from school and activities as needed
• Plan age-appropriate activities, outings, and adventures
• Organize trips to parks, libraries, and other community activities
• Encourage outdoor play, creativity, and developmental growth
• Support homework routines when needed
• Prepare children's snacks and simple meals
• Maintain children's spaces and belongings
• Assist children in cleaning up after themselves and developing age-appropriate responsibility
• Help children build independence and confidence through daily routines and responsibilities
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding schedules, activities, milestones, and the children's day
• Ensure safe, dependable, and on-time school pickups and transportation

Nanny Attributes / Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of professional childcare experience required
• Experience using car seats and transporting children is required
• Current Child CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)
• Valid driver's license required
• Reliable personal vehicle required
• Clean driving record required
• Highly dependable, punctual, and professional
• Calm, positive, nurturing, and engaging personality
• Strong communication skills
• Organized and proactive approach to childcare
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Comfortable partnering closely with parents
• Exceptional reliability and punctuality are essential for this role
• Non-smoker
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Up to date on COVID-19, influenza, MMR, and TDAP vaccinations

What Would Make This Role a Great Fit:

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional nanny seeking a long-term position with thoughtful parents who value communication, reliability, and personality fit as much as experience. The family is looking for someone whose presence helps create a positive, engaging environment where their children can thrive. They are seeking a caregiver who can confidently manage daily routines while helping the children build independence, responsibility, and confidence over time. For the right nanny, this position offers the opportunity to become a trusted part of a wonderful family's life, build meaningful relationships with two great children, and make a lasting impact during important developmental years.

Note: This is a live-out position, not a live-in.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you up-to-date on all standard vaccinations (TDAP, MMR, influenza, COVID)?
• Do you have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, a vehicle that can fit two car seats, and current auto insurance?

Experience:

• professional childcare: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child First Aid and CPR Training Certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person