Full-Time Nanny / Family Assistant — Preschool & School-Age Focus

About the Role

A warm, thoughtful family in Pleasanton is hiring a full-time nanny/family assistant to support their three children: a toddler, a 4.5-year-old, and a 6.5-year-old. The toddler will be in school/care for most of the nanny's working hours, so the role is centered on strong preschool and school-age care rather than infant or toddler-intensive work.

This role is best suited for someone who brings calm, kind, highly engaged care into the home while also helping the household run smoothly. The strongest fit is a nanny who enjoys children in the 4–7 age range, is confident managing a busy schedule with multiple children and activities, and genuinely loves creating enriching, learning-forward experiences throughout the day.

The family is looking for someone who is patient, warm, and emotionally attuned — someone who builds trust with children before redirecting, uses kind language, and notices and affirms positive behavior. Connection and warmth are foundational to how this household runs.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–4:45 PM
• 45 guaranteed hours per week
• Schedule remains consistent through both the school year and summer
• Summer camp schedules may vary week to week — flexibility and strong time management required

Typical Responsibilities

Childcare & Activity Support

• Warm, engaged care for children before and after school/camp.
• School and activity drop-offs and pick-ups.
• Safe driving to children's activities: swimming, soccer, gymnastics, tennis.
• Planning and leading simple, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities — library visits, parks, biking, playdates, games, crafts, baking, science experiments, creative projects.
• Supporting playdates and child-centered outings.
• Involving children in age-appropriate household routines such as folding laundry, baking, and organizing toys as learning and connection opportunities.
• Maintaining a calm, structured, neuro-affirming approach with warm boundaries.
• Full presence with children during working hours — no personal phone use while supervising, driving, or actively engaging with kids.

Household & Child-Related Support

• Children's laundry and folding.
• Toy organization and tidying play areas.
• Light kitchen clean-up after breakfast.
• Helping children build independence with everyday household routines.
• Homework help is a welcome bonus.

Driving

Driving is one of the most important parts of this position. The nanny must be a safe, reliable driver who is comfortable transporting children to and from school, camps, and activities. The preferred setup is for the nanny to use their own reliable vehicle with mileage reimbursement. A family vehicle may be available for the right candidate if needed.

Childcare Style & Engagement

This role is best suited for a nanny who is truly present with children throughout the day — setting up experiments, helping with projects, reading together, supporting outdoor time, and weaving learning into everyday routines. Personal phone use should be limited to communication, navigation, photos/updates, or emergencies.

The family uses a neuro-affirming approach with strong, respectful boundaries. The nanny should model the qualities the children are being encouraged to develop: kindness, patience, curiosity, emotional safety, and calm communication. Connection and trust come first.

Ideal Candidate

• Patient, warm, and emotionally attuned.
• Calm and steady under the pressure of a busy children's schedule.
• Excellent time management — comfortable managing multiple children, activities, and logistics simultaneously.
• Strong driver with experience transporting children.
• Highly engaged and creative — naturally looks for opportunities to teach, play, and explore.
• Organized and meticulous.
• A clear communicator who receives feedback well.
• Comfortable with a neuro-affirming discipline approach.
• Fully present with children; does not rely on phone use around kids.
• Interested in a stable, long-term role with a thoughtful family.

Experience & Requirements

• Expert-level experience with preschool and school-age children, especially ages 4–7.
• Strong behavior management skills with warm, respectful boundaries.
• Experience supporting a neuro-affirming care approach, or genuine willingness to follow it closely.
• Reliable vehicle and strong driving record; comfortable with mileage reimbursement.
• Intermediate household support: children's laundry, toy organization, light kitchen clean-up.
• Comfort with basic technology: email, Google Meet, shared communication tools.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Up-to-date vaccinations required: flu, Tdap, MMR, and prior COVID vaccination.
• Non-smoking and non-vaping.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to pass a background check.

Nice to Have

• Toddler experience (helpful but not the central requirement).
• Homework help comfort for early elementary age.
• Experience with Montessori, Waldorf, or other developmental frameworks.

Home Environment

• Pleasanton, California (East Bay).
• Three children: a toddler, a 4.5-year-old, and a 6.5-year-old.
• No pets in the home.
• Warm, organized household that values engagement, calm communication, and strong relationships.
• Family prioritizes learning through play, curiosity, and everyday routines over structured academics.

Compensation & Benefits

• $40–$48/hour depending on experience.
• 45 guaranteed hours per week.
• W-2 employment.
• Two weeks paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave in accordance with California requirements.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Open to discussing a health insurance contribution for the right candidate.
• Open to additional hours if the nanny wants more, though not required.