Full-Time Nanny/Family Assistant Needed in Dewitt, MI ASAP

Private Family Seeking a Full-Time Nanny / Family Assistant In Dewitt, MI

Position Compensation

• Salary:  $80-140k+ annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The family is very flexible on salary/benefits/housing etc for exceptional top talent/experience. 
• Benefits: Payroll position.  Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with 2 weeks paid time off and major holidays.
• Relocation Assistance:   Available for the right candidate.
• Housing:   The family prefers a live-out arrangement but may consider housing assistance depending on the candidate!
• Start Date:   ASAP
• Living Accommodations:   Live-out preferred. 

The Ideal Candidate

A private family is seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly capable Nanny/Family Assistant to help care for their children and keep the family’s busy household running smoothly. The ideal candidate will be warm, energetic, organized, and comfortable balancing childcare with the day-to-day logistics of a busy family.

This position is best suited for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children while also taking initiative with household coordination, vendors, scheduling, errands, and family logistics. The family is looking for someone dependable who can anticipate needs, provide hands-on support, and help make daily life easier for everyone.

They are seeking someone who wants a long-term position and can become a trusted part of the family’s routine.

What Works Best for the Family

The family is looking for a full-time, live-out employee, ideally working approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. A typical schedule may be around 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, although the exact hours and responsibilities can be discussed based on the candidate’s strengths and the family’s needs. They are flexible on exact hours/days.

The family has been without consistent household support for some time and is looking for someone who can step in, take ownership of responsibilities, and help the household run more efficiently. Occasional overnight care and family travel will be part of the position once the candidate and family have established a comfortable working relationship.

Relocation assistance is available if needed for an exceptional candidate. The family prefers a live-out arrangement but is open to possible housing help. 

Requested Duration:   Long-Term

About the Family

• Children:   Three children, 5, 8, and 10 yo with childcare and educational needs varying by child.
• Current Schooling: The 8 yo  attends private school, so homeschooling support is needed mostly for the other two children.
• Pets:   None.
• Household Support:   The family is looking to establish consistent, dependable support across childcare and family logistics.
• Staff: Also hiring a full-time private educator for the educational needs. 

Position Responsibilities

• Childcare:   Provide attentive, hands-on care for the children, support their daily routines, and help ensure their needs are met throughout the day.
• Family Assistance:   Help coordinate the family’s schedule, appointments, activities, and day-to-day logistics.
• Household Coordination:   Communicate with vendors, coordinate appointments and services, and assist with the general management of the household.
• Organization:   Help keep family routines organized and anticipate upcoming needs.
• School and Activity Support:   Assist with school-related logistics, activities, and transitions throughout the day.
• Flexibility:   Be willing to adjust responsibilities as the family’s needs evolve and work collaboratively with other household staff or specialists.
• Overnight Care and Travel:   Provide occasional overnight care, approximately two to three nights per month as needed, and be willing to travel with the family occasionally.

Position Requirements

• Work Hours:   Approximately 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday. A typical 9:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule is anticipated, with flexibility. 
• Experience:   Significant professional childcare experience, ideally with busy or high-net-worth families. Family assistant, household management, or personal assistant experience is highly valued.
• References:   Minimum of 2 professional references.
• Background:   Must pass stringent background checks upon offer of hire.
• Personality Traits:   Warm, energetic, proactive, trustworthy, organized, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• Travel:   Must be comfortable with occasional overnight care and family travel.
• Relocation:   Candidates willing to relocate will be considered, with relocation assistance available for the right person.