Active Afterschool Nanny/Family Assistant Needed in Bethesda, MD

Active Afterschool Nanny/Family Assistant Needed in Bethesda, MD

Position : Afterschool Nanny/Family Assistant

Location : Bethesda, MD

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday:
  • Typical hours:  1:30 PM – 6:30 PM   
• 25 hours per week.
• The family is away for the summer and there will be a six-week unpaid summer break from mid-June through early August; however, flexibility may be available for the right candidate.

Salary: $30–$35/hour (W2 through SurePayroll)

Start Date:   ASAP - (Ideally by Monday 9/28) 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Mileage Reimbursement:   At the IRS mileage rate for job-related driving (must be willing to use personal car).
• PTO:  10 days per year.
• Paid Holidays:   Major holidays observed.

Position Overview:
A warm and energetic family in Bethesda, MD, is seeking an organized and active   Afterschool Nanny/Family Assistant   to care for their two children, a 6-year-old and a 9-year-old, and provide household support. This role is a combination of childcare and family assistance, requiring someone who is proactive, kind but firm, and capable of keeping the children engaged, organized, and active.

Responsibilities:

Childcare:

• Meet the children at the bus stop and assist with their transition home.
• Transport children to activities when needed. 
• Support with homework and encourage the completion of chores.
• Engage the children in a balance of active outdoor play (e.g., riding bikes, playing catch or sports) and creative indoor activities such as games or crafts.
• Foster a tidy and organized environment, teaching and encouraging the children to clean their spaces.
• Provide firm but kind guidance, creating a structured and supportive atmosphere.

Household Assistance:

• Grocery shopping and food prep (e.g., washing and chopping vegetables).
• Tidying common areas between the housekeeper who comes weekly. 
• Maintaining organization in the home.
• Family laundry, weekly linens, and light household tasks.
• Errands: Returns, dry cleaning, etc.
• Utilizing shared digital tools (e.g., task organizers, Google Calendar, etc) to stay aligned with family needs.

Ideal Candidate:

• Active and enjoys outdoor play and sports with children.
• Creative and capable of balancing active outdoor play with indoor creative arts and crafts.
• Organized and comfortable with shared task organizers and digital tools.
• Kind, firm, and able to establish a balance between structure and fun.
• Comfortable with dogs (the family has a miniature poodle).
• Valid driver’s license and Reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed).
• Full background and drug screenings will be conducted upon an offer of hire.

If you are a proactive, reliable, and energetic nanny/family assistant looking to make a positive impact on a family’s day-to-day life, we would love to hear from you!