Rotational Nanny | Peninsula, CA

Written By Rhiannon Sergienko

Rotational Nanny | Peninsula, CA
 7 Days On 7 Days Off | Travel Required

Position Overview
A warm, active, and highly involved family in Peninsula is seeking two rotational nannies to join their long-standing childcare team. This is a 7 days on, 7 days off role supporting three school-aged children in a dynamic, well-supported household with a strong team-oriented culture. This position is ideal for a high-energy, capable caregiver who enjoys being hands-on with children, thrives in a structured yet flexible environment, and brings a calm, confident presence when it comes to boundaries. The family values connection, consistency, and fun, while also needing someone who can help children stay regulated, focused, and supported throughout busy days. This is a live-out position. 

Children

  • Three children: 13, 11 and 8

  • Primary focus is supporting the two younger children, with occasional driving or light assistance for the eldest

  • All three children are compassionate, bright and spirited individuals that benefit from predictable routines, clear expectations, and attentive, thoughtful care

  • Children are capable and largely self-directed, and do best with an engaged adult nearby to help set the tone and support transitions

Schedule

  • Rotation: 7 days on, 7 days off

  • Typical weekday hours: approximately 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

  • Typical weekend hours: approximately 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

  • Flexibility is key during each 7-day on rotation

  • Start and end times may shift earlier or later, and occasional split shifts may occur

  • The family guarantees a minimum of 8 paid hours per day during on-weeks, with most days running at maximum 12 hours; all hours worked beyond 8 are paid hourly including overtime in accordance with California law. Occasional schedule adjustments may occur due to school closures, sick days, appointments, work demands, or travel.

Responsibilities
 

  • Provide attentive, engaged childcare during scheduled workdays

  • Support daily routines, transitions, and activities

  • Create a calm, focused environment during homework and tutoring time and sit with children as needed

  • Light homework help is a bonus

  • Prepare snacks and light meals for children

  • Unpack backpacks and lunch boxes and help reset daily spaces

  • Transport children to and from school and extracurricular activities using a family-provided vehicle

  • Tidy children’s spaces and shared areas used during the day

  • Pack and unpack children’s belongings for family travel

  • Feed the family’s small dog and outdoor bunny when primary staff is off, following simple routines

  • Communicate closely with parents and household staff

  • Support consistent expectations around screen time and routines as set by the parents

  • Be a reliable, collaborative presence within a multi-staff household

Travel

  • Travel is required during school breaks and holidays

  • Regular trips to family homes out of state

  • Extended summer travel of approximately six weeks in France, which you would continue your rotational shift 

  • Housing provided during travel

  • Valid passport required

  • Familiarity with international is a plus but not required

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Energetic, playful, and genuinely enjoys being active with children

  • French language skills a plus but not required

  • Comfortable setting and maintaining boundaries with warmth and confidence

  • Calm, observant, and emotionally attuned

  • Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic household

  • Collaborative and respectful team member

  • Background in camps, coaching, teaching, or similar child-focused roles strongly valued

  • Early-career childcare professionals welcome

  • Adaptability and openness prioritized over rigid approaches

  • Must be TrustLine certified in California

  • At this time, the family is focusing on candidates who are already local to the Bay Area / Peninsula region

Compensation and Benefits

  •  $40–$50/hour DOE. Guaranteed minimum pay during on-weeks, with overtime paid per California law. Competitive total annual earnings based on schedule and travel.

  • Two weeks (10 days) PTO 

  • Paid sick time

  • Paid holidays

  • Health insurance with 80% employer contribution

  • Dental insurance

  • IRA with up to 3% employer contribution

Family-provided vehicle for work-related driving

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Rhiannon Sergienko
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