Nanny/Family Assistant in Washington, DC (Chevy Chase)
City: Chevy Chase
State: Washington, D.C.
Compensation: $35–$40/hour | 45–50 guaranteed hours per week | $86,000-$114,000/year
Start Date: ASAP, with flexibility for the right fit
Children: 6-year-old boy, 4-year-old girl, and newborn due at the end of December
Benefits: 10 paid vacation days (5 aligned with the family's prearranged vacation schedule and 5 at the nanny's discretion), 5 paid sick days, Paid major federal holidays, Monthly healthcare stipend if needed
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 10:00am–7:00pm or 12:00pm–9:00pm. The family has flexibility for the right fit but would ideally prefer someone who can provide more support during the evening hours. Occasional weekend or date-night support would be appreciated but is not required.
Description:
About the Family
A warm, active family in Chevy Chase, Washington, DC is seeking a professional Nanny/Family Assistant to join their household in a long-term role. The family currently has two children, a 6-year-old boy and 4-year-old girl, with a new baby due at the end of December. They are looking for someone patient, loving, kind, flexible, and confident caring for three young children while helping their busy household run smoothly.
The two older children attend school Monday through Friday from approximately 8:00am–4:00pm. Once the baby arrives, the majority of the nanny's daytime childcare responsibilities will be focused on the newborn, with support for the older children before and after school. Mom works a hybrid schedule and will initially be on maternity leave, while Dad works fully from home when he is not traveling. The family hopes to find someone comfortable working alongside parents in the home and who can naturally collaborate while maintaining independence and initiative throughout the day.
The family values flexibility and is looking for someone who is not easily flappable and can comfortably navigate the changing needs that come with three young children. They would love a nanny who enjoys getting children outside, staying active, and creating engaging days while providing a calm, dependable presence in the home.
About the Role
This is a Nanny/Family Assistant position that will evolve as the family's needs change with the arrival of their third child. Initially, the nanny will help support the older children and assist with household management responsibilities. Once the baby arrives, the role will become increasingly newborn-focused during school hours while continuing to support all three children and the household as a whole.
During Mom's maternity leave, the nanny will work collaboratively with her to care for the baby and help keep the household organized and running smoothly. The ideal candidate will be comfortable stepping in wherever needed, whether that means caring for the newborn, helping with the older children's routines, preparing meals, completing an errand, or assisting with household organization.
Household responsibilities will include kitchen tidying, children's laundry, light home tidying and organization, children's meal preparation, grocery shopping and meal planning, household errands, maintaining household inventory, bottle cleaning and sanitation, and light pet care. The family has one Goldendoodle and would love to find someone who genuinely enjoys being around dogs.
The nanny does not need to provide their own vehicle for on-the-job driving, though having a car would be helpful for commuting. The family also travels both domestically and internationally and would be happy to have their nanny join them when possible. Travel is optional for the right fit, though having a valid passport is preferred.
Above all, the family is looking for someone who is loving, patient, flexible, and confident managing the needs of three young children. The ideal candidate will be proactive without being rigid, able to remain calm when plans change, and comfortable balancing childcare with family assistant responsibilities. They hope to find someone who is genuinely interested in becoming a trusted, long-term part of their household as their children grow.
Requirements:
Prior professional nanny experience
Experience caring for infants and young children
Comfortable caring for three young children and confidently balancing different ages and needs
Knowledgeable and confident with newborn care, bottle cleaning, sanitation, and age-appropriate routines
Patient, loving, kind, flexible, and calm under pressure
Comfortable working alongside parents who may be working from home or on maternity leave
Proactive, organized, resourceful, and able to anticipate household needs
Comfortable assisting with children's laundry, light tidying, organization, meal preparation, grocery shopping, errands, and household inventory
Enjoys getting children outside, staying active, and creating engaging age-appropriate activities
Comfortable around dogs and willing to assist with light pet care
Flexible with the family's evolving needs and schedule
Valid passport preferred for optional domestic and international travel
Excellent references from previous families
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Pets: One Goldendoodle
Transportation: Nanny does not need their own vehicle for on-the-job driving. Having a car is helpful for commuting.
Travel: Domestic and international travel opportunities are available but optional for the right fit. Valid passport preferred.