Part-Time Nanny

Start Date:

ASAP

Location:

Sherborn, MA
Compensation: $30–$35 per hour, based on experience

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
Guaranteed

Hours:

20 hours per week

A warm, active family in Sherborn is seeking a dependable, energetic part-time after school nanny for their two children, ages 6 and 11. The nanny will arrive ahead of the children to handle a few household tasks, then be a steady, welcoming presence as the kids transition home from school. Afternoons include homework help, reading and math practice (especially with the younger child), library trips, outdoor play, and driving to local activities.

Occasional added flexibility (around 30 minutes) is appreciated, and advance notice will always be given.

one week paid vacation, 2 sick days, 2 personal days, 3 paid holidays, gas stipend for work-related driving

• Arrive ahead of the children to complete light household duties, including laundry, dishes, tidying, and meal prep
• Meet the children off the bus and provide a warm, steady presence during the after school transition
• Support homework and reinforce reading and math, particularly with the younger child
• Plan engaging afternoons — library visits, outdoor play, and structured downtime
• Drive the children to local after school activities
• Handle light meal prep (simple chopping, putting a prepared item in the oven)
• Manage the children's laundry and light organizing
• Encourage the children to pick up after themselves
• Run occasional local errands during downtime (e.g., a quick grocery pickup)

• Valid driver's license required; own reliable vehicle preferred (gas stipend provided); parking available
• Comfortable swimming with children
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willing to complete before the start date)
• COVID-15 vaccinated
• Warm, patient, energetic, and good-humored, with a love of the outdoors
• Experience caring for school-age children
• Spanish-speaking a plus