Job Description
A bit about us: We are an active, social family located in Edina seeking a long-term nanny to join us as we welcome our first child this spring and grow with us as we expand our family in the future. We enjoy spending time outdoors, and staying active in our community. We live in a family friendly neighborhood and are within walking distance to both Arden Park and 50 th and France. Mom works from home office two days per week. Our home environment is warm, organized, and collaborative, and we value strong communication and reliability. We have a sweet 7-year old labrador retriever in the home, so comfort around dogs is a must, though no pet care is required.
A bit about you: You are a dependable, mature, and engaging caregiver with extensive newborn and infant experience. You are organized, detail-oriented, and naturally proactive, with an upbeat and outgoing personality. You thrive in a structured environment, take direction well, and bring consistency and professionalism to your role. You have flexibility in your schedule, especially when given advance notice. You are looking for a long-term position where you can grow with a family and become a valued part of their lives.
Job Duties: Primary responsibilities include attentive childcare, supporting the infant’s daily routine and development and actively engaging the child in age-appropriate play. Additional duties include preparing meals for the child, children’s laundry, tidying up after the child, and maintaining organization in child-related spaces. As the child grows, responsibilities will expand to include transportation to activities and outings. Light family laundry and family meal prep may be requested occasionally but is not a core responsibility of the position. No traveling on family trips is anticipated.
Position Highlights: - Hourly rate: $27 to $35 per hour, depending on experience
- Healthcare stipend: $100 per month
- Guaranteed 38 hours per week
- PTO offered on an accrual basis
- Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
- Opportunity for additional hours, including date nights and overnights
- Long-term role with opportunity to grow with the family
Qualifications: - Extensive newborn and infant care experience required
- Prior in-home nanny experience with newborns/infants required
- CPR, First Aid, Tdap, flu, and COVID-19 vaccinations required
- Highly reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
- Valid driver’s license and history of safe driving record required, with openness to driving children in the future
Set Yourself Apart: - Experience growing with a family long-term
- Strong organizational or household management skills
- Energetic, engaging, and proactive personality
- Newborn care specialist certified
- Light family laundry and occasional family meal prep
Schedule: - Hours:
- Monday through Wednesday, 8:00AM to 6:00PM
- Thursday, 9:00AM to 4:00PM
- Friday, 9:00AM to 3:00PM
- Start date of July 6, with flexibility for an earlier start for the right candidate
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Live in, Home office, 2 days per week