About the job
Family with one child (6 ) in Miami, FL are seeking a full-time experienced travel ready Nanny/Governess with availability for heavy international and domestic travel. A typical schedule is 40-50 hours per week, flexibility is required for evenings, holidays and during travel when needed. The ideal candidate is proactive, caring, organized, active, engaging and has a passion for early childhood education and development. Candidate must have valid passport and an interest in extensive travel. Family lives in Miami and spends time in other residences. Someone with a strong college education and child development background would be ideal for the family. Primarily Mon-Fri Full time with two days off, required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week (40-50 hours on average weekly) Flexibility with schedule and to travel between Miami and DC. Full benefits package included. Responsibilities: Support academic, social, and emotional development Support social skills such as turn taking/sharing, compromise, conflict resolution, problem solving, and engaging cooperatively with others Teach and support learning of reading, writing, and math skills team, etc. Responsible for general hygiene of children and increasing children's age appropriate independence and participation in hygiene routines Prepare and pack for all children's travel needs, including but not limited to: Research/plan activities based on children's skills and interests at destination and ensuring appropriate gear is available at other residence, hotel or resort Transport children to and from scheduled activities, appointments, outings, etc Support teaching and reinforcement of manners and other social skills Diligent team player and willing to work collaboratively with Family Maintain strict confidentiality about all aspects of the Family Provide assistance to Family with other errands/duties outside of the responsibilities with children (i.e., grocery shopping, tidying kitchen, etc.) Ideally, this individual will take the lead as the "head nanny" and organize schedule for self and other nanny, equally dividing hours and time off. Job Requirements: Lifelong learner open to learning new ways to support children Ability to travel for extended periods of time Extreme flexibility to stay for evening engagements, overnights and other commitments when needed Ideal candidate has a background in early childhood education Fluency in English is essential and additional languages a plus. Ability to provide developmentally appropriate games and activities, engaging projects and crafts at home and schedule/plan fun outings and events USA passport or Permanent resident holder (EU passport holder is beneficial) Must be able to swim and supervise children during swimming activities, physically fit for demands of traveling and managing children's activities. CPR and First Aid certification Organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities Comfortable planning and preparing a variety of healthy meals and snacks for children Maintain strict confidentiality about all aspects of the family.