Evening/Weekend Nanny-Household Assistant Needed in West Portal

A family in West Portal is looking for a kind, capable, and team-oriented nanny / house assistant to join their family in caring for their three boys (including a newborn). This is a long-term position for someone who genuinely enjoys being with kids, is organized and flexible, and excited to be part of a busy, loving household.

Their children are 3 months, 2 and 4 years old with the older two in daycare and preschool. Responsibilities include childcare for one or all three children as needed, driving to/from school and activities, planning fun things to do and engaging in play, running errands, light tidying, simple meal prep/cooking, family laundry, and organization.

The best person for them is discrete, team-oriented, proactive, and flexible. They value trust, calm, and curiosity in their home. Their boys are affectionate, playful, and full of energy — they love imaginative play, being outside, and one-on-one connection. They want to find someone who feels like a natural extension of their family — a true co-parent during busy times, and a steady, loving presence for their children.

Schedule: While weekly hours are typically less than 40, they will guarantee 40 hours/week regardless of the schedule.

• Monday–Wednesday: 4:00–7:30 PM
• Thursday: 4:00–10:00 PM
• Friday: Off
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (generally, though may occasionally change)

Travel Requirements: You must be available to travel with the family 1–2 months per year. During travel, the schedule shifts to a more standard 9–5 format. This summer, they’ll be in Hawaii for 2 weeks and France for 1 month.

Experience Requirements

• 2 years minimum experience working as a nanny/family assistant with excellent verifiable references

Educational Requirements

• Fluency in English

Qualifications

• COVID-vaccinated + boosted (ideally willing to have a current booster)
• TB and Tdap vaccine
• CPR Certified
• Valid driver with clean record with reliable transportation to/from work (family can provide a household vehicle for driving the children)
• Ideally lives within 30 minutes of West Portal, SF
• Must be able and willing to travel about 2-3 months per year
• Discrete
• Warm, proactive, and a true team player
• Experienced with both young children and newborns
• Comfortable stepping in to support but also taking initiative
• Highly organized and adaptable to evolving family needs
• Excited about travel and adventure with a family
• Mature and trustworthy
• Flexibility – can accommodate schedule changes and occasional weekends
• Excellent communication skills
• Can make a long term commitment (at least a year, ideally longer)

Responsibilities

• Play with the kids and support a fun, calm household flow
• Help with light household tasks: setting the table, finishing dinner, tidying up after meals, prepping school lunches, tidying children’s rooms and play areas
• Assist with evening routines (not solely responsible — together w/ parents)
• Weekend support will primarily focus on caring for the newborn while parents are out with the older two
• Providing childcare for one or all three children as needed
• Planning activities and engaging in play
• Help with preparing meals and snacks for children
• Meal prep and simple cooking as needed for the family
• Assisting with daily routines (bathing, teeth brushing, dressing, etc.)
• Family laundry
• Running errands (groceries, returns, dry cleaning, etc.)
• Packing children for travel