Live-Out, Part-Time Nanny & Household Manager

Location: Columbia Neighborhood, Washington

 

Start Date: August 2025

 

Children: Two children, ages 8 and 5

 

Compensation: $30–$35/hour, based on qualifications and experience

 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend evenings (weekend support to be scheduled with a minimum of 2 weeks’ notice to maintain work-life balance)

 

Hours: 25–35 hours per week, depending on household needs

 

Overnights: Occasional, with advance notice

 

Guaranteed Hours: 30-35 hours per week based on candidates desire

 

Pets: One friendly dog

 

Family Overview: This kindhearted and communicative family of four is seeking a proactive and reliable nanny/household manager to become a long-term partner in supporting their home and children. Both parents work full-time and value a candidate who brings structure, patience, and a collaborative spirit. Their ideal match is someone who communicates openly, takes initiative, and is equally comfortable engaging with children and managing household responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive and engaging care for two school-aged children (ages 8 and 5)
• Typical hours: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (flexibility appreciated)
• Assist with after-school transitions, homework support, and creative play
• Occasional date night coverage (approximately 2x/month on Fridays or Saturdays from 5:00–10:00 PM)
• General tidying and upkeep of shared living spaces
• Organizing children’s bedrooms, play areas, and school materials
• Folding and putting away laundry
• Light kitchen maintenance (unloading dishwasher, wiping counters, sweeping)
• Grocery shopping, dry cleaning pickup, and other errands as needed
• Managing the family calendar and coordinating extracurricular activities
• Occasional yard work or liaising with outdoor maintenance providers

$30 - $35 an hour

Qualifications:

- Minimum 2–3 years of professional experience caring for children ages 4 and up (experience in classroom or childcare center settings is a plus)

- CPR and First Aid certified

- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

- Reliable personal vehicle (a family car will be available for most driving responsibilities)

- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

- COVID-19 vaccinated

- Non-smoker and comfortable around dogs

- Excellent references from similar long-term roles