City: Naperville
State: IL
Compensation: $30–$38/hour | 40 guaranteed hours per week
Start Date: December
Children: 4-year-old girl and 7-month-old girl (Nanny will primarily be for the 7-month-old)
Benefits: 5 paid sick days, 10 paid vacation days (5 aligned with the family’s prearranged vacation and 5 at the nanny’s discretion), healthcare stipend if needed, and annual discretionary bonus.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. The family guarantees 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend support would be appreciated but is not required.
About the Family & Role
A warm family in Naperville, IL, is seeking a nurturing, reliable, and developmentally focused nanny to care for their two young daughters, ages 4 and 7 months. This role will primarily focus on the 7-month-old, as the older child attends school throughout the day. Both parents work hybrid schedules, with at least one parent always working from home. The family is looking for someone who is comfortable working in a home with parents present while taking initiative and maintaining a consistent, engaging routine for the children.
The 7-month-old is an easygoing, happy baby who rarely cries and follows a consistent sleep and feeding schedule. Her first nap of the day typically lasts 1–2 hours, with additional naps lasting approximately 45 minutes. She eats every three hours, or every four hours if sleeping, and generally falls asleep easily. The home has plenty of toys and designated play areas to keep her engaged, and there are parks within walking distance for outdoor activities and walks.
The 4-year-old is in school throughout the day, with parents typically picking her up between 4:00 and 4:30 PM. While the nanny's primary responsibility will be caring for the baby, the family would appreciate someone who is happy to help with both children as needed.
The family is looking for a nanny who is genuinely interested in early childhood development and enjoys incorporating age-appropriate activities into the daily routine. Supporting speech development, fine and gross motor skills, baby sign language (ASL), and other developmental milestones is especially important. A nanny who enjoys engaging with babies through reading, talking, play, and hands-on activities will thrive in this role.
Both parents work from home at least part of the week, and the family would love someone who is warm, friendly, trustworthy, and reliable, with strong communication skills. They value a caregiver who takes initiative, is attentive to the children's needs, and can build a positive, trusting relationship with the family.
The role also includes child-related household responsibilities to help keep the home organized and running smoothly. The family has a Brezza bottle-cleaning machine, making bottle sanitation straightforward, and would appreciate assistance with family laundry in addition to the children's laundry. Meal preparation will focus on preparing fresh baby food throughout the day, including steaming and pureeing foods. No dinner preparation is required.
Responsibilities
Provide attentive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for the 7-month-old
Maintain the baby's established feeding and nap routines
Support developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities, including speech, fine and gross motor skills, and baby sign language
Engage the baby through reading, talking, interactive play, and outdoor walks
Take advantage of nearby parks and opportunities for outdoor exploration
Prepare homemade baby food, including steaming and pureeing ingredients
Clean and sanitize bottles using the family's Brezza bottle-cleaning machine
Manage children's laundry, with additional family laundry preferred
Assist with kitchen tidying and light household organization
Communicate proactively with parents and maintain a positive, collaborative working relationship
Take initiative in keeping the baby engaged and anticipating daily needs
Requirements
Professional nanny experience with excellent references
Experience caring for infants and supporting developmental milestones
Warm, friendly, trustworthy, and reliable
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with parents
Knowledge of early childhood development and age-appropriate infant activities
Enjoys reading, talking, and engaging with children throughout the day
Comfortable preparing homemade baby food
Organized, proactive, and attentive to household needs
Comfortable working in a home where at least one parent is regularly present
Reliable transportation for commuting
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Pets: One 1-year-old mini Bernedoodle puppy. No pet care required.
Transportation: Nanny does not need their own vehicle for on-the-job driving but must have reliable transportation for commuting.
Travel: No travel required.