A lovely family in Lower Pacific Heights is seeking an experienced, engaging nanny to provide loving, attentive care for their 14-month-old son.
Their little boy is energetic, curious, and full of personality. The family is looking for someone who genuinely enjoys the toddler stage and brings patience, playfulness, and enthusiasm to each day. Their ideal nanny will build a close, trusting bond with their son while supporting his language, learning, and development through conversation, reading, play, and outings.
This position offers a consistent weekday schedule, with three weeks each month in San Francisco and one week at the family’s home in St. Helena. The role is live-out in San Francisco and requires staying at the St. Helena home during that week.
What You'll Do
Provide attentive, nurturing care, including meals, naps, play, and daily routines
Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, language development, and learning
Talk, read, sing, and play throughout the day
Take initiative in planning outings to libraries, playgrounds, museums, and other toddler-friendly destinations
Prepare the child’s breakfast, lunch, and snacks, with dinner preparation when time allows
Handle the child’s laundry and keep his clothing, toys, supplies, and play spaces organized
Clean and put away bottles, cups, dishes, and items used throughout the day
Help with light household tasks, including folding laundry, unloading the dishwasher, and keeping the kitchen tidy
Communicate openly with parents about their son’s day, development, and needs
Notice what needs attention and take initiative while keeping childcare the priority
Schedule
This is a full-time position with 45 guaranteed hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM–3:30 PM.
San Francisco: Approximately three weeks per month, live-out
St. Helena: Approximately one week per month, staying at the family’s home from Sunday evening through the end of the workday on Friday
A room and bathroom are available for the nanny during St. Helena stays. The nanny is off duty outside scheduled working hours. Any additional evening or overnight care would be offered separately, with the nanny having the first opportunity to accept or refuse.
Occasional additional babysitting hours may be available in either location. Future travel opportunities may also be available, but travel beyond the regular St. Helena arrangement is optional.
Target start date: Late November or early December, with flexibility for the right candidate.
What We're Looking For
Strong professional nanny experience, particularly with toddlers
Warm, fun, playful, patient, and highly engaged
Punctual, dependable, responsible, and safety-conscious
A self-starter who can plan activities and manage daily routines without ongoing direction
Organized and detail-oriented, with high standards for cleanliness and follow-through
An interest in supporting early language and development through everyday interactions
Strong English communication skills; bilingual candidates are welcome
A collaborative approach and comfort communicating openly with parents
A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle
Ability to stay in St. Helena approximately one week each month
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Up-to-date vaccinations
TrustLine certification
An education or child-development background is a plus, but is not required.
Compensation and Benefits
$45+ hour, depending on experience
45 guaranteed hours per week
Paid through household payroll
Overtime compensation as applicable
Paid driving time for required travel to and from St. Helena
Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
$40 per night food stipend during St. Helena stays, plus access to food in the home
10 paid vacation days
5 paid sick days
Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
About the Family
The family values reliability, kindness, open communication, and a positive working relationship. They have appreciated the close bond their son shares with his current nanny and hope to find another caring, consistent presence in his life.
They would love someone who enjoys taking ownership of the day, introducing new activities, and helping their home feel organized and cared for. Their ideal nanny is both an enthusiastic companion for their son and a thoughtful, proactive partner to the parents.
There is an indoor cat in the home.
