Nanny
Employer
4 Parkview Terrace
Highland Park, NJ 08904
United States
Job description
Prepare, serve, and feed nutritionally balanced snacks, meals, and bottles for one infant child. Put child down for naps and regulate rest periods and nap schedules. Dress child or assist with dressing. Engage child in age-appropriate activities such as lap play, reading, educational games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play to promote physical, cognitive, and motor development. Collaborate with parents to implement routines and guidance programs that encourage desirable behavior. Instruct and assist child in developing healthy personal habits, such as eating and hygiene. Model appropriate social behaviors and foster early communication and interpersonal skills. Remove potential hazards and establish appropriate boundaries and household rules to ensure a safe environment for the child at all times, including during outings. Administer first aid when necessary. Observe child's behavior for signs of illness or irregularities, take temperature, and administer medication as directed by parents or medical providers to support the child's health and well-being. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning tasks related to the child's care, including tidying play areas, cleaning up after meals, and laundering the child's clothing. Transport child to activities, social outings, and medical appointments. Shop for groceries, clothing, and other items needed for the child's care. All duties will be performed within a private household setting.
Special Requirements
Basic English skills. Minimum 12 months of prior experience as a nanny or in a related childcare position required, including experience with infants and newborns. High School/GED required. Must be able to lift and carry weights sufficient to move equipment and material necessary to complete assigned tasks, including lifting and carrying the child. Must be able to stand and remain active throughout the shift. Use of kitchen appliances, laundry machines, and household automobile. Eligibility for a valid New Jersey driver's license. 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Schedule may vary and can include evenings, weekends, or holidays, as needed. Employer will rely on worker's own representations and observations of worker to assess if worker meets the elegibility, lifting, standing, and other physical ability requirements stated here.