AK037 - Full-Time Nanny/Family Assistant - Old Saybrook, CT

Overview

A warm, professional dual-career household in Old Saybrook, CT is seeking a full-time nanny/family assistant to support their two daughters (ages 6 and 4). Both parents are veterinarians with demanding schedules, and they are looking for a long-term, career-minded candidate who will become a consistent, trusted presence in their home.

The general schedule is:

• Wednesday through Friday: 7am through 7pm
• Tuesday: 3pm through 7pm
• 1 Saturday per month (with a shortened Wednesday that week)

While the days are longer, there is downtime during school hours, allowing for a balanced blend of childcare and household support. The family also has an additional long-term support person in place, allowing for some flexibility depending on the right candidate.The family is seeking a candidate who is genuinely looking for a long-term role and is emotionally invested in the children, with the ability to grow alongside the family as needs evolve over time.

Responsibilities

• School drop-off and pick-up; managing morning and evening routines
• Engaged, age-appropriate care for two school-aged girls
• Children’s laundry, organization, and wardrobe upkeep
• Maintaining the organization of toys, bedrooms, and shared spaces
• Managing morning/evening routines and after-school activities
• Light cooking and meal prep for the family
• Running occasional errands (returns, post office, etc.)
• Proactive household support during school hours
• Feeding (and occasionally medicating, if needed) the family cat
• Traveling with the family approximately once per year (1 week, international)

Qualifications

• Experience in a nanny/family assistant hybrid role
• Interest in growing into a more formal household management role over time
• Strong organizational systems and attention to detail
• Comfortable navigating a dynamic, busy household
• Allergy-aware and mindful in food preparation

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of professional childcare experience
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Able to take initiative and manage tasks without direction
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; must use own vehicle
• Comfortable with light cooking and food prep
• Passport-ready and open to travel
• CPR/First Aid knowledge (or willingness to obtain)
• Pet-friendly

Salary and Benefits

• $32–$38/hour (flexible depending on experience)
• Overtime in accordance with state law
• $300/month healthcare stipend
• Pet insurance reimbursement (up to $1,000/year for two pets)
• 80 hours PTO (combined vacation/sick)
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Unpaid major holidays