Nanny / Caretaker — Williamsburg, Brooklyn

About the Role

We're a family of five in Williamsburg looking for a reliable, warm, and engaged nanny to care for our three kids on a part-time basis (~33 hours/week). The role includes afternoon and evening hours during the week, one late weeknight (Thursday), and a weekend shift.

The ideal candidate is experienced with toddlers and young children, comfortable managing all three kids solo. You'll handle the after-school and evening routine — pickups, snacks, outdoor play, dinner prep, and bedtime for the younger two on late nights.

Responsibilities

  • Pickup from school/daycare (as applicable) and supervise all three children
  • Prepare snacks and simple meals; clean up after
  • Engage kids in age-appropriate activities — arts and crafts, park time, reading, imaginative play
  • Manage the evening routine on late nights: dinner, baths, and bedtime for the 2- and 4-year-old
  • Light tidying of kids' spaces, dishes, and laundry related to the children

Requirements

  • 2+ years of professional childcare experience, ideally with multiple children and mixed age groups (toddler through early elementary)
  • CPR and First Aid certified is a plus
  • Comfortable with the full evening routine including bedtime
  • Reliable and punctual — the schedule includes late nights and weekends
  • Based in or near Brooklyn with a reasonable commute to Williamsburg
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Strong references from previous families

Nice to Have

  • Experience with a 2-year-old in the thick of toddlerhood
  • Comfort cooking kid-friendly meals (not just reheating)
  • Bilingual (any language welcome)
  • Willing to occasionally flex Saturday to Sunday when needed

Compensation

  • $32/hour
  • Paid time off and sick days (details discussed at offer stage)
  • Guaranteed hours

Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY Children: Three — girl (6), boy (4), boy (2)

Schedule
Monday - Wednesday and Friday 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Thursday 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Flexible; sometimes Sunday instead)

Total: ~33.5 hours/week

Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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