Live-In Nanny

Job Description

Job Description

Live-In Nanny (FT)

Job #: J2194

THIS IS A LIVE-IN POSITION.

Position Details: Live-In

Live-In Details: We have a separate mother-in-law suite available outside the house, or she could have a room inside our house. 

Location: Mt Kisco, NY

Days: Mon - Sat

Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM ( Not all hours during the day will be active work hours )

Compensation: $30 to $40 per hour, Paid via W2 (on the books)

Additional Benefits: PTO

Start Date: 8/17/2026

Warm and active family is seeking an energetic, highly attentive Nanny to provide hands-on care and support for their children. The family is open to candidates with varying levels of professional experience and is particularly interested in someone who has strong natural instincts with children, sound judgment, and the desire to grow within a long-term position.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, patient, watchful, and able to keep up with active children throughout the day. Experience supporting children with special needs, behavioral differences, or developmental challenges is strongly preferred but not required. Candidates with education or experience in child development, psychology, behavioral support, teaching, therapy, or similar fields are encouraged to apply.

This position requires someone who can provide close supervision, establish clear boundaries, redirect behavior appropriately, and create a safe, positive, and structured environment.

• Provide attentive and engaged care for the children.
• Maintain close supervision and remain aware of the children’s activities at all times.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Establish consistent routines, expectations, and age-appropriate boundaries.
• Redirect challenging behavior calmly and positively.
• Plan educational, creative, physical, and recreational activities.
• Encourage positive behavior, independence, communication, and social development.
• Support developmental goals and reinforce strategies established by the parents or specialists.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the children.
• Assist with children’s laundry, rooms, toys, and play areas.
• Transport children to school, appointments, playdates, and activities as needed.
• Communicate openly with the parents regarding routines, behavior, development, and daily activities.
• Assist with other child-related duties as requested.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Prior professional childcare experience preferred, but candidates with strong natural childcare ability will be considered.
• Experience with special needs, behavioral support, child development, psychology, education, or therapy is a plus.
• Energetic, alert, proactive, and able to maintain close supervision.
• Patient and compassionate while remaining confident and consistent.
• Able to establish appropriate boundaries and provide positive behavioral guidance.
• Dependable, responsible, and trustworthy.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working closely with parents and following established routines.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing to complete a background check and provide professional references.

Ideal Candidate:

The family is seeking someone who is naturally engaging with children, brings positive energy into the home, and is willing to be actively involved throughout the day. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated childcare professional who may be earlier in their career but has strong instincts, maturity, and the potential to develop within the role.

Living Arrangement:

The family is open to both live-in and live-out candidates and will prioritize finding the right personality and overall fit. Separate private accommodations may be available for a live-in candidate.