Overview

This returning, and busy, Smart Family in Brooklyn are looking for some helping hands after-school! While they have two boys, this position focuses almost exclusively on their 9 year old. The nanny will assist him with homework, drive him to activities, handle meal planning, and perform basic household tasks like making the boy's bed, laundry and tidying up. The family is looking for an experienced candidate who can connect with him, help him stay organized, and manage after-school routines independently. He's pretty chill and independent, so this position is less about engagement and more about keeping the afternoon and his life running smoothly! This is a great position for aspiring Personal Assistants and Family Assistants. It's $30 to $35 per hour. If you both drive and can meal plan and prep (including buying the groceries you need), you can ask for $34 or $35/hour. Candidates with less experience will fall into the lower ranges. They are looking to get started immediately, so apply today!

The Ideal Sitter for this Job

The family is looking for someone who is organized, has strong time management skills, and can manage after-school routines without needing a ton of guidance. Driving is a huge plus and the parents will prioritize candidates that can drive the family's car for pick-ups and activities. You should be comfortable with basic meal preparation and cooking and be able to prepare simple meals without detailed instructions. Preference for college-educated candidate who can help with homework, though this is more like structuring and guidance. If you're a mature, even-keeled nanny who can jump right into the role without much oversight, this will be a great role for you! They want a nanny who can handle meal prep, order groceries, and manage the day-to-day schedule without needing approval for every decision. The family values independence and reliability, as their day-to-day is fast-paced and they prefer not to micromanage. This is a great role for aspiring PAs and Family Assistants!

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 3 PM to 7 PM. Occasional later evenings are appreciated and you'll always have prior notice. Weekend hours are optional if you would like additional hours, but they are not required. They'll pull out the academic calendar with you and if you can work on days off from school they will very much appreciate it! Same with mildly ill days, though those are rare.

About the Children

9-years-old, boy: Currently In Hebrew school after-school, which takes place at home. He's also takes a swimming class. He likes trivia, and will ask you a lot of questions like that, like "what would you do if you were on Survivor?" "Would you do this or that?" "Ketchup or mustard?" Etc. He loves board games, he loves Dungeons and Dragons. He loves the Yankees and baseball. He's not the most physical kid, so he does need to be pushed a little bit on this front! He loves logic puzzles and, reading. He likes Pokemon though that interest is dying down a bit. His stuffed animals are his most treasured possessions! He likes to be a bit silly. He is not super needy, he does like being by himself. He will talk about his days and his friends. He's young but an intuitive kid. He's still very sweet. He's a rule follower! 14-Year-Old Brother: The older brother is independent and mostly takes care of himself. He goes to sleep-away camp over the summer.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for picking up the 9-year-old boy from school, taking him to activities, and assisting with homework, which includes light academic support. Meal planning is a key part of this role! You'll be meal planning for the 9 year old (not the whole family - they have somebody else for that) and will be responsible for grocery shopping, and preparing simple, nutritious meals . Additional responsibilities include laundry once a week, keeping his room tidy, and handling basic household errands like picking up dry cleaning and unloading the dishwasher. The role requires someone who can manage these tasks independently without frequent check-ins with the parents. Since their 9-year-old is fairly independent, there is quite a bit of time to get this done!

Additional Information

This role is ideal for a nanny who is experienced, independent, and can manage daily tasks with minimal supervision.