Full-Time Nanny (Development Focused) (W2)

Warm, thoughtful family seeking a reliable, proactive nanny with strong infant experience and a developmental mindset to support a 6-month-old’s nurturing and development.

Job ID: FC61D7

Position Type: Full-Time Toddler Nanny (Development Focused)

Location: Foster City, California

Start Date: June 22, 2026

Child: 1 infant boy (approximately 6 months old at start)

Salary: $35–$40 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Guaranteed Hours: 45 hours/week

Employment Type: W-2 household employee

About the Family

Thoughtful first-time parents in Foster City are seeking a full-time nanny for their son, who will be around 6 months old around start date of the role.

This is a long-term position for a nanny who is reliable, communicative, proactive, and developmentally engaged. The family is looking for someone who can confidently manage infant care while also supporting the next stage of development as their son begins solids, starts crawling, etc.

Schedule

Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Guaranteed Hours: 45 hours/week

Typical Responsibilities

Childcare

  • Provide attentive, safety-focused care for the baby.

  • Manage bottles, diapering, naps, and daily routines.

  • Support a consistent, calm daily structure.

Development & Engagement

  • Support the transition to solids and introduce foods thoughtfully.

  • Plan simple, age-appropriate, indoor, and outdoor activities.

  • Engage actively through play, reading, and interaction.

Communication

  • Keep parents consistently updated on feeding, sleep, mood, and daily activities.

  • Share any concerns or observations in a timely way.

Child-Related Household Tasks

  • Baby laundry.

  • Bottle cleaning and organization.

  • Light house holding keeping after the baby.

Nice to Have

  • Prepare simple baby food/purees.

  • Occasional light help with dishes or kitchen cleanup after cooking for the baby.

Ideal Candidate

This role is best suited for a nanny who takes genuine ownership of their work and brings a thoughtful, proactive approach to childcare.

The family would love someone who is:

  • Highly reliable and consistent : You show up on time and follow through.

  • Proactive and observant: You notice needs without being asked.

  • A clear and thoughtful communicator: You keep parents informed and build trust.

  • Calm, structured, and steady in your approach.

  • Developmentally engaged and thinking ahead.

  • Warm and attuned, with appropriate boundaries.

Experience & Requirements

  • Comfortable supporting early development (feeding, routines, activity designs based on developmental milestones).

  • Experience introducing solids or supporting feeding progression preferred.

  • CPR and First Aid certification.

  • Up-to-date vaccinations (including flu shot).

  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

  • Able to pass a background check.

  • Non-smoker.

Nice to Have

  • Baby sign language familiarity

  • Montessori familiarity or a developmentally thoughtful approach

  • Additional language skills (Vietnamese preferred; Mandarin also a plus)

  • Comfortable driving child in the future for outings and activities

Home Environment

The family lives in Foster City with parks within walking distance.

Their home is on a lagoon, so strong safety awareness and attentiveness around outdoor environments is important.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $35–$40/hour depending on experience and fit.

  • 45 guaranteed hours per week.

  • Legal W-2 employment.

  • Accrued paid vacation time.

  • Accrued paid sick time.

  • Paid holidays.

  • Optional: Healthcare stipend.

  • Workers’ compensation coverage.

To Apply

If this role sounds aligned, please apply through the Nanny Spark application form.

We look forward to learning more about you.

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