- Salary
- $30 – $35
- Location
- Upper West Side, NY, US
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
A warm, organized, and respectful family on the Upper West Side is seeking an exceptional Part-Time Family Assistant to join their household beginning in mid-September. This position will work alongside the family's long-term full-time nanny.
The family has two young children (ages 2.5 years and 8 months) and is looking for someone who enjoys creating a calm, organized home while providing loving, attentive childcare when needed. This is an ideal opportunity for a career family assistant or nanny who is highly organized, proactive, enjoys cooking, and takes pride in anticipating a family's needs. The family values long-term relationships and has received consistently positive feedback from household staff regarding their supportive and respectful work environment.
Schedule
- Monday-Friday
- 4-5 hours per day
- Start Date: Mid-September
- Live-out position
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Approximately:
- 40% Cooking & Meal Preparation
- Prepare healthy, nutritious family meals
- Meal prep and kitchen organization
- Grocery organization and pantry maintenance as needed
- 30% Household Support
- Family laundry
- Household organization
- Light housekeeping and daily tidying
- Closet and organizational projects
- Maintain an orderly home between professional cleanings
- 30% Childcare
- Assist with the family's two children as needed
- Support the full-time nanny during busy periods
- Engage children through age-appropriate play, reading, conversation, and developmental activities
- Maintain established routines and provide a nurturing, positive presence
Qualifications
- Experience with infants and toddlers
- Background in education or child development is a plus
- Passport for occasional domestic and international travel (travel is appreciated but not required)
- Comfortable supporting developmental milestones and encouraging age-appropriate independence
Requirements
- Prior experience as a Family Assistant, Nanny, or Household Assistant in a private home
- Strong professional references
- Clear English communication skills
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Up-to-date vaccinations required
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Comfortable preparing healthy meals
- Strong common sense and problem-solving abilities
- Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor
- Minimal personal phone use while working
- No smoking or vaping
Salary and Benefits
- $30-$35 per hour, depending on experience
- One week of paid vacation