Afternoon Nanny Needed – Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

Start Date: August 15, 2025 (sooner for the right candidate)
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM (28–30 hours/week)
Pay: $30 - $32/hour
Guaranteed hours every week
Benefits: 1 week paid vacation, 2-4 sick/personal days, major holidays

Overview:

A warm and busy family in Manchester-by-the-Sea is seeking a reliable and experienced part-time afternoon nanny to care for their two children ages 6 and 13 years old. The family is looking for someone who can take initiative, manage afternoon routines, and confidently support their sweet, respectful, and adventurous son who has autism.

Responsibilities:

• School pick-up for both children
• Driving to and from activities
• Providing afternoon care and engagement
• Creating a calm and structured environment, especially for their son
• Light tidying related to the children (e.g., dishes, school bags, etc.)

• Communicating regularly with parents regarding the day and any concerns

Qualifications:

• Prior experience with children on the autism spectrum (preferred not required)
• Comfortable driving children (must have a valid driver’s license and clean record)
• Kind, patient, dependable, and proactive
• Flexible and able to adapt to a family’s dynamic schedule
• Excellent communication skills
• Dog friendly
• Fully vaccinated (standard and COVID)
• CPR/First Aid Certification required (or willingness to obtain)
• Provide 3-5 professional references

• Must have U.S. work authorization