Mandarin-Speaking Infant Nanny – $38-$45/hr, SOMA, San Francisco
Job ID: SS76Z1
Location: SoMa, San Francisco, California
Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
Child: One infant boy
Salary: $38-$45 per hour DOE
Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Guaranteed hour position + Overtime paid according to California domestic worker regulations)
About the Family
This is a thoughtful, professional family based in San Francisco’s SoMa neighbourhood. Both parents work in the tech industry and want to focus on creating 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 build a collaborative relationship with the nanny who will become a trusted and consistent presence in their baby boy’s life as he grows from infancy into toddlerhood.
Newborn baby boy will be about 3–4 months old at the start of the position.
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.
The goal is to create a childhood that balances intellectual curiosity with active play, outdoor experiences, and joyful exploration.
Schedule
This is a guaranteed hour position with overtime paid according to California domestic worker regulations.
Core Hours
Monday – Friday
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Flexible Hours
Additional coverage from 6:00–7:00 PM on some weekdays (At least one day’s advance notice will be provided).
Responsibilities
Childcare & Development
Provide attentive, nurturing care for the baby as he grows from infant to toddler.
Responsibilities include:
Managing daily routines (feeding, diapering, naps).
Encouraging physical movement and outdoor exploration.
Supporting early developmental milestones.
Reading, singing, and engaging in language-rich interaction.
Creating a stimulating, playful learning environment.
Outdoor Activities & Social Development
The family strongly values active outdoor childhood experiences.
The following activities will be central part of your role:
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.
A nanny who genuinely enjoys being outdoors and physically active will thrive in this role.
Mandarin Language Environment
Fluency in Mandarin and English is required for this role.
The nanny will help create a Mandarin-speaking environment during the day so the baby develops comfort and familiarity with the language from an early age.
Mandarin is also helpful for communication with visiting grandparents.
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Child-Related Household Tasks
The family has cleaners who come twice a week, so the nanny’s focus is primarily on childcare.
Expected responsibilities include:
Tidying child-related spaces.
Preparing or warming simple meals/snacks for the baby as he grows.
Loading bottles or dishes into the dishwasher.
Organizing toys and activity areas.
Parenting Philosophy
The parents value respectful and thoughtful approach to childcare.
The ideal nanny will:
Treat children as individuals with ability to learn, reason, and explore.
Use patient communication and explanation so the baby learns the reasoning.
Encourage independence and confidence.
Maintain a low-screen, high-engagement environment.
Ideal Candidate
This position is ideal for a nanny who is:
Warm, patient, and emotionally attuned to children.
Reliable and highly punctual.
Curious about child development.
Comfortable taking initiative and planning activities.
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 paid according to California labor law.
Paid holiday coverage.
Paid vacation.
Paid trial day prior to final offer.
Why This Role Stands Out
Thoughtful, respectful parents who value high-quality childcare.
Long-term stability with one child.
Strong emphasis on outdoor activities and child development.
Opportunity to create a bilingual environment.
This role is ideal for a nanny who enjoys being deeply engaged in a child’s early development and wants to build a long-term relationship with a family.
How to Apply
If this role sounds aligned, please apply through the Nanny Spark application form.
We look forward to learning more about you.