Experienced Full-Time Nanny & Household Manager | Huntsville, AL | $26–$32/hr + Benefits

Location: Huntsville, Alabama (35824)
Position Type: Full-Time, Long-Term, Live-Out
Compensation: $26–$32/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (approximately 50 scheduled hours per week)
Guaranteed Hours: Minimum of 40 hours per week, with the potential for 50 guaranteed hours
Start Date: As soon as the right candidate is selected
Placement Agency: Imagine Care Nannies

 

The Opportunity

Imagine Care Nannies is seeking an experienced, dedicated Professional Nanny & Household Manager for a wonderful family of five in Huntsville, Alabama.

This long-term opportunity offers the perfect balance of meaningful childcare and hands-on household management. With three children ranging from preschool through elementary school, the family is looking for a warm, confident, and proactive professional who can provide consistent, engaging care while helping their busy household run smoothly.

The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys building relationships with children, takes pride in creating an organized and welcoming home environment, and approaches each day with initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

This is an excellent opportunity for a career nanny who values long-term stability, a collaborative relationship with parents, and the ability to make a meaningful difference in a family's everyday life.

 

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (approximately 50 scheduled hours per week)

• Guaranteed Hours: A minimum of 40 hours per week is guaranteed. The family anticipates needing approximately 50 hours per week and is open to guaranteeing the full 50 hours for the right candidate. Final guaranteed hours will be established prior to employment.

• Hourly Rate: $26–$32, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Overtime: All hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek will be compensated at the applicable overtime rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.

• Position Duration: Long-term, with no anticipated end date.

• Flexibility: Occasional early mornings, evenings, overnight care, travel, and infrequent on-call availability may be requested, with scheduling expectations and compensation arrangements discussed in advance.

 

Benefits & Perks

• 10 paid days annually for PTO and sick leave

• 10 additional paid vacation days annually

• $500 monthly contribution toward health insurance

• Guaranteed weekly hours

• Paid orientation and professional payroll

• Family vehicle provided for work-related transportation

• Work-related expenses covered by the family

 

About the Family & Children

This active, busy family has three bright and energetic children who thrive with consistency, encouragement, and engaging experiences.

The family values a nurturing caregiver who can balance warmth with clear expectations, encourage independence, and help the children navigate everyday routines and transitions with confidence.

The children enjoy outings, creative play, learning opportunities, and age-appropriate activities. The family maintains a screen-free approach at home and appreciates caregivers who bring creativity, patience, and genuine enthusiasm to their work.

With both parents managing demanding professional schedules, they are looking for a trusted partner who can confidently take ownership of daily routines, anticipate household needs, and provide a dependable, positive presence in their children's lives.

 

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Development

• Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for three children

• Manage morning routines, school preparation, and transportation

• Coordinate school pickups, extracurricular activities, and afternoon routines

• Assist with homework and encourage age-appropriate independence

• Plan engaging activities, outings, and opportunities for learning and exploration

• Support the youngest child with preschool transitions, potty training, and developing independence

• Guide behavior through respectful communication, consistency, and positive, nonphysical discipline

• Maintain open communication with parents regarding the children's needs, schedules, and development

 

Household Management

Household management is an important part of this position and will primarily take place during school hours, with childcare always remaining the priority.

Responsibilities include:

• Children's laundry and organization of clothing, school supplies, and belongings

• Managing household inventory and maintaining essential supplies

• Coordinating children's appointments, activities, and schedules

• Supporting meal planning and light preparation for family meals

• Maintaining organization throughout the children's spaces and shared living areas

• Keeping the household running efficiently through proactive planning and attention to detail

• Helping establish and maintain systems that support smooth daily routines

The family employs a separate weekly cleaning service. This position focuses on household organization, management, and family support rather than deep cleaning.

 

The Ideal Candidate

The family is seeking a professional who is equally comfortable nurturing children and managing the practical details of a busy household.

The strongest candidate will be:

• Warm and engaging: Naturally connects with children and enjoys being actively involved in their lives

• Proactive and organized: Notices what needs attention and confidently takes initiative

• Calm and consistent: Maintains patience and clear expectations through busy days and challenging moments

• Flexible and dependable: Understands the needs of a household with two demanding professional schedules

• Confident and independent: Can manage daily responsibilities without constant direction

• Collaborative: Values open communication, mutual respect, and a positive working relationship with parents

• Committed: Genuinely interested in becoming a trusted, long-term part of the family's support system

 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21

• Previous professional childcare experience with strong, verifiable references

• Demonstrated ability to care for multiple children across different developmental stages

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Valid driver's license and safe driving record

• Reliable transportation

• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain both before employment

• Ability to successfully complete a comprehensive background screening

• Non-smoking

• Willingness to accommodate occasional schedule flexibility, including early or late hours, travel, and overnight care when arranged

Preferred: Previous professional experience combining nanny care with household management responsibilities.

 

About Imagine Care Nannies

Imagine Care Nannies is a boutique nanny placement agency dedicated to creating thoughtful, lasting connections between exceptional caregivers and the families they serve.

We believe successful placements are built on more than qualifications alone. Our approach emphasizes professional excellence, clear communication, mutual respect, and meaningful compatibility between families and nannies.

We take pride in getting to know our candidates personally and helping them find opportunities where their experience, strengths, and passion for childcare are truly valued.

 

How to Apply

If you're an experienced professional nanny who enjoys nurturing children, creating structure, and helping a busy household thrive, we would love to connect with you!

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Imagine Care Nannies' website. Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding the next steps in our screening and interview process.