About the job
Id: 2439892 Children: 3 year old 5 year old ( In school M-F until 1/2 PM) Compensation: $25 - $30/hr based on education and experience Start Date: ASAP for a year agreement with a possible extension. Schedule: Monday- Friday, 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm. (25 hours guaranteed a week) Option to work additional hours in the morning, 8 am - 9/10 am, and/or occasional evenings. Pets: 2 dogs, (Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier) Location: 78746 Stratford Hills Duties: Full care Children's meals Nap routine Schedule and implement age-appropriate activities Drive children in the family's vehicle Lead the children in toys/clothes tidy up at the end of each day Keep the children's bedroom/play area and common areas clean Children's laundry Clean up after the kids' eating area (put their plates in the dishwasher, help ensure no food on the floor, etc.). Let the dog in and out. Desired Nanny Qualities: A detail-oriented, organized, and loving nanny willing to fully engage and work on developmental milestones through creating fun and varied activities. A nanny that likes to get outside and will take the children to activities. A nanny who will help with basic manners and socialization and encourage kids to tidy up. Must be comfortable with swimming as the family has a pool Prior experience with toddlers and preschool age is required. Must like dogs. Required vaccinations, TDAP, COVID-19, Flu shot Non-smoker required Meet the family: We are a happy, active family and are excited to partner with a nanny. We love learning insights and ideas from our childcare partners, and we offer a lot of autonomy - we are too busy to micro-manage :-) Both parents work, so timeliness and communication are important to us. Still, we want to make this a happy working environment and will be as flexible as possible on everything else. We are especially grateful to the nannies and sitters who have invested in the emotional well-being of our little guys - understanding their strengths and challenges, calm behavioral support for the big ideas and feelings in these little bodies, cultivating kindness, etc. We've learned a lot from our nannies about what they try and what sticks. We love proactive communication about the kids and what the nanny needs. Lastly, we are huge animal lovers, and our tiny elderly dogs are our other babies - we do not have any expectations of dog-related care whatsoever. Still, it's nice to work with animal lovers who don't mind the dogs sitting with you and the boys (or perhaps notice if one needs the door opened)." What is your child's favorite activities?: Both boys are incredibly creative and love role-playing various characters, playing outside (especially if there's a mission!), stories, art projects, building with various sets, and especially outings (outdoor parks, indoor trampoline/climbing places, and even the grocery store is a hit). We hope to do more to encourage a love of team sports and welcome any help. They also love to swim and do at-home swim lessons seasonally during the nanny's hours. Parenting Philosophy: Positive guidance, Gentle Approach/ Parenting Benefits: Paid and off Federal Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Number of Vacation Days: 10 Paid Sick Days or Personal Time Off: 5 Monthly Medical Stipend: $50 Performance Bonus: $500 performance bonus after 6 months of employment Notes: Surveillance Equipment: Yes Parents Work From Home: Both occasionally work from a home office