ROTA Nanny Needed in San Francisco Bay Area | Fly-In/Fly-Out *Nationwide Search*

Location: Palo Alto, CA, 94020

Start: ASAP

Compensation: $115,000-$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

 

Schedule: This is a one week on / one week off ROTA position. During your "on" week, the nanny will live in the family's residence with a private bedroom and bathroom provided. During extended travel periods, the schedule may shift to a two weeks on / two weeks off rotation to minimize travel frequency. The family will cover travel arrangements for non-local candidates, including flights to and from the Bay Area for each rotation.

 

Description:

A warm, active family of five based in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking an exceptional, career-oriented ROTA Nanny to join their household long-term. The ideal candidate is an experienced, proactive, and nurturing caregiver who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys becoming an integral part of a family's daily life.

 

The family has three wonderful children: a bright and curious 9-year-old, an energetic 6-year-old, and an active 4-year-old. They are looking for a nanny who can provide thoughtful, developmentally appropriate care while creating a fun, structured, and supportive environment that encourages independence, creativity, and confidence.

 

The ideal candidate is a true team player who is comfortable working within a fully staffed household and assisting with light family assistant responsibilities during school hours, including approximately 10-15 hours per week of child-related organization, household support, and family assistance.

 

Responsibilities

Provide loving, attentive, and engaging care for three children ages 9, 6, and 4

Create and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, problem-solving, and independence

Support daily routines including morning preparation, school drop-offs/pick-ups, lunch preparation, children's meals, and bedtime routines

Maintain children's spaces through light tidying, laundry, organization, and keeping belongings prepared and accessible

Support children's emotional development and foster a positive, respectful environment

Collaborate closely with parents, co-nanny, and household staff to ensure consistency and excellent communication

Travel domestically and internationally with the family as needed

Maintain a safe, organized, and joyful atmosphere at all times

 

Schedule

ROTA schedule: One week on / one week off

Schedule may transition to two weeks on / two weeks off during extended travel periods

Live-in accommodations provided during working weeks with a private bedroom and bathroom

Holiday expectations: The nanny will work holidays that fall during their scheduled working rotation

 

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance provided

401(k) retirement benefits provided

PTO structure based on ROTA schedule and discussed during the interview process

Relocation assistance or housing stipend may be available and is negotiable

 

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of professional nanny experience with children ages 3-9

Prior ROTA nanny experience strongly preferred

Extensive domestic and international travel experience preferred

College degree strongly preferred; background in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is a plus

Strong understanding of developmental milestones and educational best practices

Excellent swimmer required

Valid passport and complete flexibility for travel

Clean driving record and confident driving experience

Ability to thrive in a high-net-worth, fully staffed household environment

Exceptional references from previous long-term families

Must successfully complete comprehensive background check, DMV check, and drug screening

Discreet, proactive, organized, adaptable, and highly collaborative

 

Location & Travel

Primary residence: San Francisco Bay Area / Palo Alto, California

 

This is an incredible opportunity for a top-tier career nanny who loves travel, structure, and creating meaningful relationships with children while becoming a trusted and valued member of a family's team.