Housekeeper/Afterschool Care - South Salem, NYPosition: Part-Time, Housekeeper/Afterschool Care Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12:30pm-6:30pm (30 hours/week) Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $30-$35/hr
About the Family A warm, professional family in South Salem, NY is seeking a reliable and experienced caregiver to provide afterschool care and household support. The family has two children, ages 4 (Kindergarten) and 7 (2nd grade), and values a patient, kind, and engaging presence for their kids. The parents work a hybrid schedule and are home by 6pm. The household also employs a weekly cleaning service, so this role focuses on childcare and maintaining order during the week.
Responsibilities - Provide afterschool care from 4pm-6:30pm (children get off the bus at the driveway)
- Assist with unpacking backpacks, supervising snacks, and helping the kids settle in
- Support with homework or activities until parents are home
- Oversee and engage children during occasional tutor visits
- Meal prep for kids; get them started with dinner
- Children's laundry, tidying play areas, keeping kids' spaces organized
- Weekly pantry restocking and occasional errands (e.g., grocery pick-up)
- Full-day childcare on school closures
Ideal Candidate The family is seeking someone with professional nanny experience, who is dependable, proactive, and patient. A candidate who enjoys being around children, can provide gentle structure, and keeps the household organized will be a strong fit. Swimming skills are a plus, as the family has a pool.
Requirements - Prior professional nanny experience (minimum 3+ years preferred)
- Excellent references
- Legal to work in the United States
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Comfortable with occasional full days when school is closed