Part-Time Nanny (32 Hours/Week) Needed for Infant & Toddler in Philadelphia, PA

Location: Wayne, PA (Philadelphia Metro Area)

Employment Type: Part-Time, Live-Out

Start Date: February 2, 2026

Children: Two Children (4 months old and 2.5 years old)

Pets: Two small dogs (no care required)

 

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (some flexibility of ±1 hour)

Compensation: $25–$30/hour (DOE)

 

This warm and loving family in the Philadelphia metro area, specifically Wayne, PA, is seeking a reliable and nurturing part-time nanny to care for their two young children. They are looking for a candidate who is trustworthy, punctual, and skilled at creating a safe, structured, and stimulating environment. The family values open communication and collaboration, ensuring the nanny can integrate seamlessly into daily routines while supporting the children’s growth, development, and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive and nurturing care for a 4-month-old infant and a 2.5-year-old toddler
• Support daily routines, including feeding, nap times, diapering, and playtime
• Maintain a safe, structured, and hygienic environment for the children
• Engage in age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, social, and motor development
• Prepare children’s meals and snacks as needed
• Laundry and tidying related to children’s needs
• No driving required
• Maintain cleanliness in areas used by the children such as play areas and kitchen
• Communicate proactively with parents regarding routines, milestones, and observations
• Support family’s schedule and evolving childcare needs within the given hours

Ideal Candidate:

• Significant hands-on experience with infants and young children (daily routines, feeding, naps, and developmental activities)
• Strong knowledge of child development and ability to implement age-appropriate activities for cognitive, emotional, social, and motor skill growth
• Reliable and punctual, consistently following schedules and routines
• Flexible and adaptable to changing family needs and evolving schedules
• Excellent communicator, able to collaborate with parents and provide clear updates
• Organized and detail-oriented, maintaining structure, cleanliness, and consistency
• Nurturing, patient, and emotionally intelligent, creating a warm and supportive environment for children
• Committed to a long-term role, providing stability and continuity in care

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of professional childcare experience, including hands-on care for infants and toddlers (required)
• Proven experience in private homes, with references from the past 3–5 years
• CPR and First Aid certification required, or willingness to obtain immediately upon hire (required)
• Optional: Early Childhood Education certification or related training
• Legal U.S. citizen or valid work authorization/visa documentation
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Non-smoker
• Ability to pass extensive criminal and background checks
• Up-to-date vaccinations (TB, Tdap)
• Comfortable working in a home with two dogs (no pet care required)
• Willingness to commit to a minimum 1-year placement for long-term stability

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