About the Family
A thoughtful, professional family in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood. Both parents work in tech and want to create a warm, curious, and stimulating environment for their son.
They are seeking a long-term nanny who sees early childhood as an important developmental stage and enjoys actively engaging with children through play, movement, language, and exploration.
The family hopes to raise him in an environment that includes:
- Daily outdoor exploration.
- Physical activity and movement.
- Language development (Mandarin & English).
- Curiosity and independence.
- Social interaction with other children.
Responsibilities
Childcare & Development
- Manage daily routines (feeding, diapering, naps).
- Encourage physical movement and outdoor exploration.
- Support early developmental milestones.
- Read, sing, and engage in language-rich interaction.
- Create a stimulating, playful learning environment.
Outdoor Activities & Social Development
- Take the baby outside daily (walks, parks, playgrounds).
- Attend baby classes or activities when age appropriate.
- Arrange playdates and social opportunities.
- Encourage gross motor development through active play.
Mandarin Language Environment
- Fluency in Mandarin and English is required.
- Help create a Mandarin-speaking environment during the day.
- Mandarin is also helpful for communication with visiting grandparents.
Child-Related Household Tasks
- Tidying child-related spaces.
- Preparing or warming simple meals/snacks for the baby.
- Loading bottles or dishes into the dishwasher.
- Organizing toys and activity areas.
Ideal Candidate
- Warm, patient, emotionally attuned.
- Reliable and highly punctual.
- Curious about child development.
- Comfortable taking initiative.
- Energetic and enjoys outdoor time.
- Collaborative with parents while confident working independently.
Experience in daycare or preschool settings is a strong plus.
Requirements
- Fluency in Mandarin and English.
- Prior infant or toddler care experience.
- CPR and First Aid certified.
- Comfortable driving for outings (family car available if needed).
- Non-smoker.
Compensation & Benefits
- $38–$45 per hour depending on experience.
- Guaranteed hours.
- Overtime per California labor law.
- Paid holiday coverage.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid trial day prior to final offer.