Full Time Nanny with Overtime

Full-Time Nanny / Family Assistant | Wellesley, MA

A friendly family in Wellesley is seeking a dependable, proactive, and nurturing full-time nanny/family assistant to join them long-term. This blended family has two active 5-year-olds and is expecting a new baby in November. They are looking for someone who is confident caring for a newborn while helping keep the household organized and running smoothly. Parents may occasionally be home, but the nanny will generally have the autonomy to manage the day independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide loving care for a newborn and two 5-year-old children.
• School, bus stop, and activity pick-up/drop-off.
• Provide transportation for one child to and/or from their other parent's home in Hingham a few times per week.
• Plan age-appropriate activities, crafts, outdoor play, and outings.
• Prepare children's meals and snacks.
• Children's laundry.
• Organize children's bedrooms, play areas, school bags, and belongings.
• Grocery shopping and household errands.
• Meal prep support.
• Light household tidying and daily resets.
• Help with scheduling and family logistics.
• Occasional babysitting with advance notice.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant professional childcare experience.
• Newborn experience required
• Experience caring for multiple children.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Up-to-date Flu, Covid and Tdap vaccinations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable vehicle that can safely accommodate three children
• Non-smoker.

About the Family

This friendly blended family has two 5-year-old children and is expecting a new baby in November. They are looking for a long-term nanny/family assistant who is reliable, professional, and enjoys becoming an important part of their household. The family values open communication, flexibility, and someone who can confidently support both childcare and household needs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and a self-starter who is comfortable balancing childcare and family assistant responsibilities. They should be confident caring for children of different ages, including newborns, and enjoy working independently while becoming a trusted member of the family's support system.

Position Details

Location: Wellesley, MA

Position: Full-Time, Live-Out

Start Date: Early January 2027

Schedule: Will start at 40 hours and increase to 47 hours when Mom goes back to work.

Week A – 47 hours (Majority of time with infant)

• Monday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (bus stop or Chestnut Hill school pickup for son)
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (drive to Hingham for daughter 4:30 PM pickup)
• Wednesday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (drop daughter off in Hingham)
• Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (pick up daughter in Hingham at 2:20 PM)

Week B – 47 hours (Majority of time with infant)

• Monday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (pick up son from Chestnut Hill school or the bus stop)
• Thursday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (pick up daughter from school at 4:00–4:30 PM)
• Friday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM (drop daughter off at school in Hingham)

Compensation: $34–$38 per hour, BOE; taxes withheld

Benefits

• Guaranteed hours
• Two weeks paid vacation
• One week paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare stipend Negotiable