Professional Nanny with Education Background Clayton, MO

 
A busy, active family is seeking a professional nanny to support their three school-aged children. All three children will be in school full-time, and the family is looking for a calm, organized, engaging nanny who can confidently manage after-school routines, educational support, and activity coordination.

The family is looking for a nanny with an education degree who enjoys helping children learn and grow. The position requires a true team-player mentality, as most days will involve working closely alongside mom in a tag team approach to childcare and family logistics.

The family is also seeking someone who is open to traveling throughout the year, including extended stays over summer and school breaks, as well as occasional additional domestic or international travel.

Responsibilities

* Assist with daily routines including school preparation, meals/snacks, quiet time, and bedtime routines
* Help with school drop-off and pickup
* Transport children to sports practices, lessons, and extracurricular activities
* Support homework
* Initiate fun and creative play or plan outings during downtime
* Prepare lunches and healthy after-school snacks; occasionally assist with dinner preparation
* Maintain organization of children’s spaces, including tidying play areas, bedrooms, and children’s dishes
* Handle children’s laundry and bedding
* Occasionally assist with feeding or walking the family dogs
* Provide occasional overnight care when parents travel (typically 1–2 nights)

Ideal Candidate

* Educated in early childhood or elementary education
* Experienced working with young children in a nanny, classroom, or childcare setting
* Proactive and able to anticipate family needs
* Warm, patient, engaging, and energetic
* Flexible with scheduling and responsibilities
* Organized and dependable
* Comfortable managing busy after-school routines and multiple schedules
* Excited to become a trusted long-term support for the family

This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional nanny with an education degree who enjoys working in a home, organization, and adventure within a collaborative family environment.