Full Time Nanny/ Family Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Full-Time Nanny / Family Assistant
Location: West Lake Hills / Rollingwood, Austin, TX 78746
Pay: $32–$40 per hour, based on experience and education
Start Date: December 7, 2026
Contract: 12 months, with the potential for a long-term position
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 35–40 guaranteed hours per week

Position Overview

Full Time Nanny/ Family Assistant- A warm and welcoming family in the West Lake Hills/Rollingwood area is seeking an experienced, nurturing, and dependable Full-Time Nanny/Family Assistant to care for their two children, a 4-month-old infant and a 3-year-old preschooler.

The ideal candidate is energetic, patient, proactive, and passionate about early childhood development. The family is looking for someone who enjoys engaging children in creative, educational, and outdoor activities while providing a safe, loving, and structured environment.

Both parents work from home and value open communication, teamwork, and a nanny who can confidently manage the children's daily routines. The family hopes to establish a long-term relationship with someone who will become a trusted part of their household.

Work Schedule

December 7, 2026 – February 19, 2027:
- Monday–Friday: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
- 35 guaranteed hours per week

Beginning February 22, 2027:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 1:00 PM–9:00 PM
- 40 guaranteed hours per week

*The family is open to offering 40 hours per week from the start for the right candidate. Applicants must confirm availability for both schedules.*

Childcare Responsibilities

- Provide attentive, nurturing care for both children, prioritizing their safety, development, and emotional well-being.
- Manage infant feeding, bottle preparation, sterilization, diaper changes, and nap routines.
- Prepare healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks for the children.
- Introduce Spanish through everyday conversation, reading, music, and play.
- Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, and independence.
- Incorporate Montessori-inspired activities, outdoor play, and child-led learning.
- Assist with preschool pickups and transportation to extracurricular activities using the nanny's vehicle.
- Support bath, bedtime, and daily routines.
- Encourage positive behavior through gentle guidance, redirection, and consistent boundaries.
- Maintain children's bedrooms, play areas, laundry, and dishes.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding daily activities, developmental milestones, and any concerns.

Family Assistant Responsibilities

*The following duties are secondary to childcare and should be completed only when time permits.*

- Load and unload the dishwasher.
- Assist with grocery shopping and organizing deliveries.
- Run occasional household errands.
- Receive and organize packages.
- Assist with trash and recycling.
- Wash and fold family linens.
- Feed the family's two cats.
- Help maintain organized and tidy shared spaces used throughout the day.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Previous professional experience caring for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
- **Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.** Priority will be given to bilingual candidates.
- Experience caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Knowledge of early childhood development and age-appropriate activities.
- Reliable transportation, a dependable vehicle for transporting children, and a clean driving record.
- Must be a nonsmoker.
- Comfortable working in a home with two cats.
- Comfortable working alongside parents who work from home.
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to take initiative, adapt to changing routines, and remain calm during busy moments.
- Willingness to follow the family's parenting philosophy, including limited screen time, healthy eating habits, and positive discipline.

Benefits

- Guaranteed Hours: 35–40 hours per week, depending on the schedule.
- Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
- Paid Vacation: 10 days annually.
- Paid Sick/Personal Days: 5 days annually.
- Performance Bonus: Discretionary.
- Long-Term Opportunity: Initial 12-month agreement with the possibility of extending employment.

Additional Household Information

- Both parents work from home.
- Two friendly Ragdoll cats reside in the home.
- Security cameras are located in common areas only.
- Outdoor shoes must be removed upon entering the home.
- The household is sensitive to fragrances, so employees are asked not to wear perfume.
- The family encourages outdoor activities, independent play, and Montessori-inspired learning.
- The family maintains a healthy eating routine with limited added sugar and minimal screen time.