After-School Buddy in Bedford, NY

Nanny/Manny Needed for High-Profile Family in Bedford, NY

| Live out | 10549

Looking For a Full or Part-Time Dependable Manny for a 12-year-old Boy in Bedford, NY

Description:

Seeking an experienced Manny to support a single mother with a 12-year-old boy (only child) in Bedford, NY (there is also a home in Manhattan, travel there would be needed but on an infrequent basis). The ideal candidate would be a big brother type, college-educated preferred, with experience working with children; an imaginative, playful, attentive, and warm personality; rational, calm judgment; and proactive, reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. It entails working with other household staff (housekeepers and an assistant) and must be comfortable helping with a dog as needed, errands, and cooking for the child.

Job Functions:

  • Perform afternoon school pick-ups

  • Prepare snacks and light meals

  • Bedtime routine prep

  • Accompany the child to play dates, activities, and appointments (as needed)

  • Assist the child with completing homework, activities, and special projects. Make sure homework gets done.

  • Supervise and engage the child in stimulating activities (sports, playing outdoors, playing board games, etc.)

  • Keep the child’s belongings (school backpack, lunch bag, and bedroom) organized

  • Prepare and administer vitamins/medications when required

  • Cooperate/coordinate with household members on matters of mutual concern to the child

  • Ad-hoc errands (as needed)

  • Be helpful with an energetic, happy, sweet, Bernedoodle

  • Be supportive, be honest, exhibit a strong work ethic, and have fun!

Position Requirements:

  • College graduate preferred

  • Professional childcare experience

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, with access to a reliable vehicle or be comfortable driving one of our vehicles

  • Professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor

  • Warm, bright, engaging, curious, focused, and flexible personality

  • Dependable and communicative at all times regarding schedule and assigned work

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize (time management and sensitivity to schedule and being on time is critical)

  • Sensitivity to household needs, dynamics, and assignments

  • Display mutual respect, genuine caring, and a positive attitude

Hours, Compensation & Benefits:

Mondays – Fridays early afternoon to evening (TBD) with the flexibility to stay later and do overnights, if the Mother is traveling. Start and end times are flexible as a weekly schedule (the Child may be dismissed from school at 3:05 PM and only need care until 4:30 PM or finish sports at 7 PM). There may be some days when childcare will not be needed, but a minimum of 25-40 hours per week are guaranteed, regardless of use.

This is an hourly position, and payment will be made every two weeks via Paychex/direct deposit. Compensation will be in the range of $25 to $35 per hour, and is dependent upon the applicant's level of experience and ability to meet all requirements.

Benefits include paid time off, for vacation and sick days.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person