Part-Time Nanny - San Marcos, CA
A warm, Christian faith-centered family in San Marcos is seeking a loving and trustworthy nanny who will become a meaningful and supportive presence in their home. They value kindness, health, learning, creativity, and emotional development, and are looking for someone who genuinely loves children and feels called to help nurture and guide them with care. Their parenting philosophy is to build a peaceful, joyful, faith-centered home where their child feels deeply loved, grows in wisdom and confidence, and flourishes emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, and physically. Their ideal candidate is energetic, patient, organized, and nurturing, with a natural ability to connect with children through play, teaching, conversation, creativity, and daily routines. Bonus if you speak Spanish or French!
This position includes hands-on childcare responsibilities such as planning engaging activities, reading, teaching early learning concepts, supporting language development, facilitating outdoor play and social interaction, preparing healthy meals, maintaining child-related organization and cleanliness, and helping establish healthy rhythms throughout the day. Must be comfortable with supporting the family’s faith based routines such as reading Christian/Bible related books to the child, family prayers, and religious holiday traditions.
Location:
San Marcos, CA
Schedule:
3 weekdays per week from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (flexible to discuss which 3 days)
One evening per week from 6:00–10:00 p.m. for date night
25 hours per week guaranteed
Rate:
$35-$40 per hour DOE, paid on payroll
Benefits:
Guaranteed hours, paid sick days, paid holidays, and paid vacation days
Start Date:
August 10th, 2026
Children in the home:
Girl, 4
Pets in the home:
Dog
Responsibilities:
● Provide attentive, loving, and development-focused care for the child throughout the day
● Create and maintain a consistent and supportive daily routine
● Plan and lead engaging educational, creative, and play-based activities
● Encourage language development, communication, curiosity, and early learning
● Read books, teach age-appropriate concepts, and support emotional and social growth
● Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the child throughout the day
● Maintain cleanliness and organization of child-related spaces including toys, books, kitchen areas, and activity spaces
● Facilitate outdoor activities including park visits, bike rides, walks, and social interaction with other children
● Communicate regularly with parents regarding activities, behavior, milestones, and any concerns
● Model positive values, respectful communication, kindness, patience, and a nurturing presence in the home
Requirements:
5+ years of professional childcare experience
Early Childhood education credits, degree in Child Development, or other related field is preferred
Patient, nurturing, and engaging
Flexible and adaptable, able to take direction
Comfortable working in a home with cameras
Infant/Child CPR certified
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Trustline Registered or willing to register
Able to work legally in the US
Able to commit for 1 year
Spanish or French speaking is a bonus
Prior teaching experience is a bonus