Posted: Dec 11, 2025
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Full-Time Newborn Nanny / Newborn Care Specialist Needed in San Francisco, CA

Hello Nanny! - San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Salary: $93,600.00 - $124,800.00 Annually
Application Deadline: Feb 14, 2026
Live-out Nanny
Employment Type: Full-Time, Live-Out
Location: Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA 94107
Start Date: Mid-February 2026
Children: One infant, born December 2025
Pets: One friendly, medium-sized dog (no care required)
 
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Some flexibility required for occasional date nights or family needs
 
Compensation:
  •  $45–$60/hour, depending on experience, equivalent to an annual salary of $93,600 – $124,800, based on 40 hours/week
  • W‑2 employment with guaranteed full-time hours
 
Benefits:
  • Two weeks of Paid Time Off annually
  • Overtime compensation for any hours worked beyond the standard schedule
  • Guaranteed full-time hours
  • Extended paid federal holidays (11 total)
  • California Paid Sick Leave, compliant with state law
  • Long-term employment with stability and W2 employment
 
About the Family:
This San Francisco Family is seeking an experienced Newborn Nanny / Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) to provide full-time, development-focused care starting mid-February 2026. The primary focus of this role is the care and development of their newborn son, including establishing consistent daily routines, supporting his growth, and implementing age-appropriate developmental activities that promote cognitive, emotional, social, and motor skill development. While the household has a medium-sized dog, no care for the pet is required.
 
The ideal candidate will bring a patient, calm, and emotionally intelligent presence, partnering closely with the family to navigate the early stages of parenthood. This position is perfect for professionals with expertise in newborn routines, infant sleep shaping, developmental milestones, and early childhood enrichment, including those with NCS certification or extensive newborn experience. The family values open communication, flexibility, and a collaborative partnership with their nanny.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Infant & Early Childhood Development
  • Provide nurturing care that supports the child’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth from infancy through early childhood
  • Support and establish age-appropriate schedules and routines including sleep, feeding, play, and daily activities
  • Encourage developmental milestones through sensory exploration, tummy time, motor skill development, language and early literacy, and social-emotional growth
  • Manage feeding, diapering, bathing, and sleep routines with attentiveness and consistency
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic environment including sterilization of bottles, toys, and surfaces
  • Facilitate smooth transitions as the child grows, including introducing solids and supporting self-feeding and independence
  • Track and document developmental progress, routines, and milestones, and communicate updates to parents
  • Adapt care and learning activities as the child grows to foster continuous developmental support
  • Encourage healthy habits, routines, and independence as the child develops
 
Family & Household Support
  • Assist with child-related household tasks such as laundry, nursery organization, and tidying play areas
  • Prepare age-appropriate meals and snacks and support the transition to solids
  • Coordinate outings, appointments, or enrichment activities to enhance learning and social experiences
  • Communicate proactively with parents regarding routines, milestones, and developmental updates

Ideal Candidate:

    • Extensive experience as a Newborn Nanny, Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), or Infant Nanny 
    • Strong understanding of newborn sleep, feeding, and developmental stages 
    • Calm, patient, nurturing, and emotionally intuitive 
    • Excellent communicator who collaborates well with parents 
    • Inclusive, open‑minded, and comfortable supporting a diverse family structure, including same‑sex parents 
    • Organized and dependable with strong newborn-care management skills 
    • Creative, engaging, and passionate about infant development 
    • Seeking long-term partnership with the family 
    • Mandarin or Taiwanese language skills are a plus (not required) 
    • Comfortable commuting and working fully on-site

Qualifications:

    • Certified and experienced as a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) strongly preferred
    • Minimum of 5 years of childcare experience with infants, including at least 1 year as a full-time nanny in private homes
    • CPR and Infant/Child First Aid certification required
    • Fluent in English;
    • Mandarin or Taiwanese language skills are a strong plus
    • 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
    • Trustline Certification required for California residents upon hire
    • Up-to-date vaccinations, including TB and Tdap
    • Committed to a long-term placement, supporting the child’s growth and development over time
    • Must reside in the San Francisco, CA area
Why apply for this opportunity?
This role offers the chance to join a supportive, loving two-dad household and provide focused newborn care during a child’s most important early stages. The position allows you to fully dedicate your expertise to the baby’s routines, learning, and development with no travel or driving responsibilities. The parents prioritize partnership, open communication, and long-term collaboration, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced newborn specialist seeking meaningful, development-centered work in San Francisco.