Part-Time Nanny (25-30 hours) - Carmel Valley, San Diego

Family of 4 in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego is seeking a patient, adaptable nanny with experience working with kids on the Autism spectrum. They have 2 kids, boy age 4 who is neurotypical and boy age 10 who is Autistic with moderate-high support needs. They follow a neuroaffirming approach, but have also utilized ABA therapy in the past. Their ideal candidate can respond to behavioral issues in a positive way and recognize that all behavior is communication. Dad typically works from home and Mom is mostly stay-at-home working with the nanny to tag team care of the kids and transporting them around to their activities.

They are hoping to find someone with flexibility to work more full-time hours this summer and then transition to 25-30 hours per week when the kids go back to school in August. They would love to find a great match to stay with them long term!

Location:

Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA

Schedule:

School Year Schedule: Monday - Friday 12pm/1pm - 6pm (open to 25-30 hours per week depending on your preference)

This Summer: Some weeks M-F 9am - 6pm, some weeks 11am-6pm. Hoping for flexibility as the kids are in different activities throughout the summer.

Rate:

$28-$35 per hour DOE, paid on payroll

Benefits:

Guaranteed hours, paid vacation, paid sick days and holidays.

Start Date:

June 2025

Children:

Boy, 4 - He is a pretty typical, energetic 4 year old boy! He currently attends 2 preschools, one is a morning program and one is an afternoon program. Mom typically drives him to and from school. He also attends swim lessons. He will go to TK starting in the Fall.

Boy, 10 - Autistic with moderate-high support needs. He struggles with some anxiety and has trouble with change/transitions. He asks a lot of questions and perseverates on things, needs to be redirected in a positive way. He does best in a low demands environment. He doesn’t like to leave the house, they would love to work on getting him out to more activities. Some occasional toileting support needs/accidents.

Pets in the home:

None, though they are dog lovers and might want to get a dog in the future

Responsibilities:

Typical childcare duties such as preparing meals and snacks for kids, engaging them in age appropriate fun and educational activities, driving them home from school and to and from activities. Work both independently and as a team alongside Mom. Typical day during the school year might include: Arrive at the house and help out with some tasks such as kids laundry, dishes, tidying. Pick up 10 year old from school and bring him home, prepare a snack and give him his medication, supervise his allotted screen time, engage with him in preferred activities and try to get him to try new ones. Use redirection and calming strategies when needed. Engage in play with 4 year old as well, drive him to swim lessons or other activity if needed. Help with meal prep on occasion, Mom usually cooks dinner. Nanny will use their own car for driving kids with a mileage reimbursement.

Requirements:

3+ years of professional childcare experience

Previous experience working with kids on the Autism spectrum

Patient, calm presence, able to handle stressful situations

Flexible, adaptable, and truly love working with kids

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, reliable vehicle

Infant/Child CPR Certified

Up to date on vaccines is preferred, but not required

Trustline Registered or willing to register

Able to work legally in the US