Warm And Collaborative Nanny/Family Assistant Needed For Vibrant Arlington Family

This vibrant Arlington, VA family seeks a nurturing, collaborative nanny/family assistant with a calm presence to support four imaginative, neurodiverse children.

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• Location: Arlington, VA
• Ages of children: 3, 6, 7, and 9 years old
• Start date: As soon as they find the right fit!
• Schedule: Full-time, guaranteeing 45 hours per week with the general schedule falling on Monday through Friday from 2:00pm to 9:00pm with flexibility to work on some weekend days as requested in advance. The schedule is set at least 2 weeks in advance, and candidates can anticipate getting at least one full weekend off per month.  
• Compensation: The family is offering $60+/hour based on the 45-hour/week schedule, which equates to an annualized base compensation of $148k/year dependent on experience and the agreed-upon schedule. The family may be open to candidates who are seeking a higher compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: The family is open to providing paid time off, paid holidays, a health insurance stipend, and relocation assistance for the right candidate. The family has also recently purchased a second home on the same block as their primary residence and can offer housing for the right candidate.
• Live-in/Live-out: Flexible to live-in or live-out. Nearby housing with a private bedroom and bathroom with access to common areas is available if needed.

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Household dynamic:

• This is a fun, loving, and high-energy family with four young children, aged 3 to 9 years old. Their home is structured and busy while warm and full of laughter! They deeply value kindness, curiosity, adaptability, a team mindset, and emotional connection. Their children are creative, imaginative, and full of wonder. They love building, dancing, storytelling, nature walks, and sensory play. All four children are neurodiverse, with their own unique strengths and needs related to autism, ADHD, anxiety, and dyslexia. Patience, flexibility, and a non-judgmental mindset are essential to caring for this sweet troop of kids. The family prioritizes connection over perfection and believes that every child thrives with the right support. The family follows consistent routines while also embracing spontaneous moments of joy and learning. A calm, creative, and can-do attitude goes a long way in their home! The family has had nannies, au pairs, and other childcare support throughout the years and is adept at collaborating with a care team.
• This team-oriented household has systems in place that support smooth daily operations, but they are always evolving as their children grow. A professional teacher homeschools their 6 and 9-year-old boys, while their 7-year-old attends a special needs school and their youngest attends preschool. The family also employs a local babysitter and may bring on another au pair to further support the household. During the school day, the family appreciates extra help with household management tasks to keep things organized and running well.
• The family regularly travels to their beach home in Delaware, typically every 3 to 4 weeks, and more frequently during the summer months. Their second home is spacious and thoughtful, allowing ease and comfort for everyone, including the family’s caregivers. These trips are a mix of fun and routine. The children are used to the environment and try to maintain a familiar rhythm even when away. Because the family isn’t bound to a traditional school calendar due to homeschooling, the family is excited to frequently take other trips, both domestically and internationally. They generally travel as a unit and are looking for a nanny to join them on their adventures.  

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Ideal candidate:

• This position is ideal for a nurturing, compassionate, collaborative nanny/family assistant who sees caregiving as meaningful work and is excited to become part of a loving, purpose-driven household. The family is looking for someone who can step into their rhythm with a calm, steady presence in the mix. A patient, emotionally attuned, and confident candidate who is adept at supporting neurodivergent children and their varying communication styles, sensory needs, and regulation differences will be perfect for the role. Someone who brings a warm, non-judgmental approach and a strong sense of emotional intelligence will be essential. The ideal candidate is patient, intuitive, and upbeat in their childcare approach. The children are bright, affectionate, and imaginative, and have their dysregulated moments - they benefit from clear structure, creative communication, and loving reassurance. They will value someone sweet, grounded, and shows up with genuine care for all the children.
• Childcare is the heart of this role, but during the school day, the family is seeking a true household partner who enjoys stepping into a house management role and takes pride in contributing to a calm and functional home environment. A proactive candidate who is comfortable jumping in to support the household and has a high-level understanding of what’s needed to support a large, busy family will be key! This is a team-based environment, and the candidate will rarely be responsible for all four children at a time. A well-rounded candidate who can work well alongside the family and other household staff, as well as confidently take the lead when needed, while maintaining adaptability and clear communication, will fit in this highly structured home. They appreciate someone who can maintain consistency for the children while being up for adventure.
• Responsibilities include creating an environment for the children to grow and thrive, child-related household tasks, including but not limited to meal prep, tidying, organizing children’s areas, occasional errands, before and after school routines, coordinating activities, and traveling with the family throughout the year. Family assistance duties include tidying common areas and children’s rooms, doing family laundry, doing dishes and keeping the kitchen clean and orderly, handling light organizing projects, running errands, and preparing meals for the children. The family’s 9-year-old son has a severe peanut allergy, so comfort with food safety and strong attention to allergen precautions are essential.
• While not a requirement, the family would love to work with a candidate who has experience supporting children with ADD, ADHD, or special needs, or someone with patience and warmth around getting to know these neurodiverse kids and helping them thrive.

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Qualifications:

• 3 years of professional childcare experience
• Ability to swim and care for children in and around water
• Experience in either family assisting, house management, or a hybrid role
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid passport

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This position is open to all Adventure Nannies candidates who are legally able to work in the US. Out of respect for the privacy of the families we work with, we cannot provide any additional information about this position other than what has already been provided in the job description. If you are interested in learning more about the position, please apply!