Full Time Nanny

Location: Allentown, PA

Rate: $22-$27 per hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a warm, reliable, and nurturing nanny to join our family and provide quality care for our 11-month old child.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday from 7AM – 4P.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, nurturing care to the child, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Engage the child in age-appropriate activities, such as reading, singing, and playtime.
• Establish a daily routine, including nap times, feeding schedules, and outdoor play.
• Maintain open communication with parents regarding the child's daily activities, meals, and any concerns.
• Perform light housekeeping related to the child's care, such as laundry and cleaning up after meals.

Required Qualifications:

• Have a High School Diploma, GED or suitable equivalent experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Have 3 plus years of childcare experience, including infant care, or related professional work experience (such as daycare, teaching, etc.)
• Successful completion of, or willingness to complete, Mandated Reporter Training and Car Seat Safety Training.
• Active certification for CPR and First Aid.
• Willing to complete a background check demonstrating suitability for caring for young children without supervision.
• Had a recent (within last 12 months) physical with a physician and the ability to have a physician complete the Child Care Staff Health Assessment. For those without insurance, please consult this list of free clinics in Lehigh County .
• Valid and clean driver's license and car insurance.
• Ability to provide proof of current vaccinations including but not limited to Td or Tdap, MMR, HepA, HepB, PCV, influenza. COVID vaccination series and boosters are recommended but not required.
• Proficient knowledge of home safety.
• Possess sound moral character and kind disposition suitable for caring for children of all ages without supervision.
• Handle age-appropriate care and responsibilities of children including: diapering, toilet training, assisting with homework, supervising outdoor play, transporting children to and from school, and taking children to age appropriate outings/activities.
• Possess valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record demonstrating proficient driving skills, including comfort driving in snow. A vehicle with car seats is provided for the Nanny to use during working hours, unless the Nanny strongly prefers use of their own vehicle.
• Ability to work the hours outlined in the job description.
• Affinity for pets

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability.

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Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the Nanny. This job description is subject to change as the child/children grow and those changes may be made orally or in writing by the family.

This is a safety sensitive position that requires driving/operating a motor vehicle and the responsibility for the safety of others. The presence of any amount of marijuana in a driver’s system is considered Driving Under the Influence in Pennsylvania. Therefore, you should not apply for this position if you cannot successfully pass a drug screening, regardless of prescription or card-holder status.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.