About the job
Job Description: Wilmette family seeking an experienced Nanny Manager! Looking for an organized and dependable candidate. Start as soon as possible. Schedule: Guaranteed 30-35 hours a week. Scheduled hours will be Monday-Friday, 12:00pm/12:30pm-7:00pm/7:30 p.m. Compensation: $28-$32/hour + vacation, holidays, sick days. Job Details and Responsibilities: Three children: two 16-year-olds and an 11-year-old. All attend different schools and after-school activities. The 16-year-olds have developmental delays and sometimes require assistance and additional supervision more typical for a younger child. Primary responsibilities are picking up children from school in the afternoon, taking them to their after-school activities (sports, tutoring, etc.), making dinner, and running errands/grocery shopping. Light housekeeping includes tidying and organizing the children's areas, kid laundry, washing children's dishes (also loading/unloading the dishwasher), and keeping track of the children's needs. One parent works from home often. Nanny should be comfortable with this arrangement. The family has two cats. No care is required but Nanny Manager should like cats and not be allergic. Qualifications: Extensive, verifiable Nanny Managing experience. Should also have worked with older children (preteen and older). Experience in a special education setting or other work experience working with children with developmental or intellectual delays (volunteer work, teaching experience, past Nannying experience, etc.). Nanny Manager is looking for a long-term commitment with a family. Nanny Manager should be warm, caring, and patient. Will be able to foster a positive relationship with the children and the family. Nanny Manager should be a self-starter and organized. Will be able to plan activities and keep track of children's needs. Ability to take initiative, be proactive, and anticipate family's needs. Reliable, punctual, and communicative. Is open to feedback and comfortable giving it as well. Nanny Manager should have a safe driving record. Will need to provide their own vehicle.