Private Nanny
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Job Description A warm and busy family seeking a kind, reliable, and proactive part-time evening nanny to help care for our infant OR toddler (would not have to be both at the same time) during the evening rush. With two working parents and little ones who are sweet but understandably hungry, tired, and full of energy after daycare, parents are hoping to find someone who can provide calm, consistent support and help them end their days with a little more peace while keeping them on their evening and bedtime schedules. Schedule •4 weeknights per week, ideally 4:15 PM - 9:30 PM •Specific days can be flexible and mutually agreed upon weekly •Occasional variations and extended hours) if one or both parents are working late or need rest weekdays and weekends Location •Home in Fairfax, VA Hourly Rate •$25/hour Key Responsibilities Evening Care (4:15 PM - 9:30 PM) •Help with meal prep before they reach and feeding them dinner when they arrive or by 6:30 PM •Supervise and engage the children during mealtime and evening routine •Bath time assistance, as needed •Playtime, reading, and helping wind down for bedtime by 8:30 PM (our toddler may still be awake near the end of shift) Light Housekeeping (as related to the children) •Dishes and cleanup after meals •Tidy and maintain safety in child-related areas (bedrooms, bathrooms, playrooms, walkways/stairs) •Laundry (children's clothing and linens) •Clean and put away children's dishware/utensils/lunch boxes and cups •General next-day prep during downtime (e.g., chopping veggies or packing lunch items) What We're Looking For •Experience with toddlers and infants •Calm, reliable, and proactive presence •Comfortable juggling dinner, play, bath, and bedtime routines •Willingness to help us stay ahead on light chores that keep our evenings running smoothly. Family would like an affectionate and loving person who has experience with toddlers and infants, is fully vaccinated, wears a mask (on an as needed basis), has short baby-friendly nails, and can wash their hands before they start work every shift. If you enjoy helping families thrive during the most hectic hours of the day and love working with young children, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your availability, experience, and references.