Why I love being an after-school nanny

Although summer has just begun, families are already searching for after-school care for their children.

Some may think an after-school nanny position is just picking up the kids from school and taking them home for the evening. Yes, day-to-day tasks are part of the job, but being an after-school nanny is much more fulfilling than being a chauffeur.

As a former after-school nanny, I got to become an integral part of the family’s life. After I picked up the kids from school, we would come home and enjoy an after-school snack. While the kids snacked on fruit and crackers, I would get to hear about the most exciting parts of their day: the new books they read at school, what happened on the playground, and if anyone disrupted class (believe it or not, elementary school kids have a lot of gossip). After snack, we would start doing homework. During homework time, I got to strengthen my bond with the kids. They were looking to me for guidance and trusting that I was leading them in the right direction, and I got to learn what excited them about learning and what they struggled with (If you are going into elementary education, or any other field involving working with kids or teaching, this job is an excellent resume builder). On the days the kids had ballet practice, I would go to practice with them. Like homework time, this strengthened my relationship with my kids because I got to see them doing what they loved. If the kids didn’t have homework or practice, we would come from school and play, read, or make arts and crafts. Other than getting to bring out my inner kid and have fun, being an after-school nanny also included picking up the toys, and occasionally helping prepare dinner. This was the perfect job for me during my beginning days of college—it allowed me to go to my morning classes, and I was off work early enough to finish my homework (and have a social life).

Like I said, this is an especially great job for students, or anyone else who has free time in the afternoon. The hours needed for an after-school nanny are usually 3pm-6pm, or 2pm-6pm. Pay is typically between $12-$15/hour.

If you are an energetic, caring, and responsible individual looking for an after-school nanny position, you can apply today.

By Brooke Angel 

 

TLC Is Hiring!

Read about all of TLC for Kids  full-time, part-time and after-school positions below.   If you are interested please contact us at Jessica@tlcforkids.com.

ALL positions pay a competitive rate and some benefits are included!

Full-Time (requires 1 year commitment)

1) Full-time live-in housekeeper/handyman couple needed ASAP in Wildwood, MO. M-F 8a-5p and must have professional housekeeping experience. Family has an apartment on their property for the nanny. No childcare duties, evenings, weekends or overnights. Pay based on experience. Starts ASAP!

2) Eureka family is seeking a full time nanny for their toddler! Nanny will work Monday through Friday, from 9am-6pm. Opportunities for extra hours are available with this job! Job starts in the beginning of April 2014!

3) Belleville, IL family seeking a full-time (M-F 8a-4p) nanny who has early childhood experience and infant experience. Position would start asap and nanny would have the option on doing a 1-3 month trial before committing to a full-year.

4) Central West End family seeking a full-time nanny to start early January! Hours are M-F 8a-6p M-F, toddler is in school a few mornings and nanny will run errands / do light housekeeping during that time. Must be very active and energetic!

5) Clayton family is seeking an energetic nanny to help take care of their one year-old twins! You will also help assist with running errands and helping with laundry. Hours are Monday, – Friday 7:30am-5:00pm! Jobs starts ASAP!

6) Fenton family seeking a nanny in mid-April for toddler and new baby. Must be available M-F 8a-6:30p.

7) Belleville, IL family seeking a nanny who is available to work very long days. M-F 5:30a-6:30p with a new baby! Pay is definitely competitive and many days the nanny will be relieved early. The position starts 4/1.

8) University City family with new baby needs an experienced, energetic nanny! Hours are M-F 8a-5:30p and job will start at the end of March!

9) Shared-Care family in Clayton seeking a new nanny to watch two babies and one toddler full-time! Nanny must be able to transport all three children in the same car — three carseats must safely fit in the nanny’s car! Hours are M-F 8a-6p and position starts ASAP

Part-Time (requires 1 year commitment)

1) Part-time nanny needed for new baby and very active toddler! Hours are about 20-25/wk in the morning. For ex. 9a-1p or 8a-12p, even 10a-2p. Family is flexible and parents are seeking someone who has a lot of newborn experience! This position is located in South City and can start ASAP!

After-school – flexible commitment

1) Wildwood family is seeking energetic after school nanny to help with their three children, ages 2, 5, and 6! They need someone to help run errands, help with children’s homework, and prepare meals. Hours are Monday through Friday, 3pm-8pm. Position starts ASAP!

2) Family in Ladue seeking an afternoon nanny for two children. Hours are 2:30p-6:30p M-F. Must be very loving, patient and have a great driving record. Starts ASAP!

 

Nanny Jobs!

 Here is the list of the nanny jobs TLC for Kids currently has available.  If you interested in a nanny job in St. Louis please apply on our website.

Full-Time  (requires a one-year commitment)

1)    Downtown Saint Louis family seeking a full-time nanny! Nanny will care for their 10-month-old son. Family wants a nanny that takes their son on fun play dates and helps with errands. Position begins ASAP!  Hours are M-F 8:15a-5:15p.

2)    Eureka family is seeking a full time nanny for their toddler! Nanny will work Monday through Friday, from 9am-6pm. Opportunities for extra hours are available with this job! Job starts in the beginning of Feburary!

3)    Wentzville family seeking a live-in or live out nanny for their 2 school aged children. Nanny will assist with running errands, laundry, taking children to and from school, and other household tasks. Family will provide Nanny her own bathroom and bedroom. Job starts ASAP!

4)    Central West End family seeking a full-time nanny to start early January!  Hours are M-F 8a-6p M-F, toddler is in school a few mornings and nanny will run errands  / do light housekeeping during that time.

5)    Laude family seeking full-time nanny work with their three children starting in early Feb. 2014.  Hours are M-F 8a-6p and older girls are very high energy!  Baby will be home all day and primarily need care.  Family will provide a vehicle if nanny’s car does not fit three carseats.

6)   Clayton family seeking full-time household manager for their three children, ages 4, 9, and 11.  Nanny will assist with household tasks, as well as making sure the school age children are taken to and picked up from school. Job is Monday through Friday, with flexible morning and afternoon shifts.  Will be perfect for a student and will pay full-time for a nanny who has a flex. schedule! Starts ASAP!

7) Clayton family is seeking an energetic nanny to help take care of their one year-old twins!  You will also help assist with running errands and helping with laundry. Hours are Monday, 7:30am-5:00pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:30am-7:30pm, and Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm.  Jobs starts ASAP!

8) Kirkwood family needs nanny to help take care of their toddler. They want someone who is fun, engaging, and energetic! Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am-6:00pm. This is only a six month contract! Job starts ASAP!

9) Richmond Heights Family is seeking a nanny to help care for their toddler and new baby born in January! Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 6:30pm. Starts ASAP!

10) NEW! University City family seeking a full-time household manager.  Position involves errand running, light housekeeping and organizational projects.  Kids are picked up at 3p and nanny must be comfortable with homework help (specifically 5th grade math) and be fun and engaging.  Starts ASAP!

11) NEW! Live-in housekeeper (house has a detached one-bedroom apartment) needed in Wildwood ASAP!  Hours are 8a-5p M-F, must have professional housekeeping experience, send a resume to jessica@tlcforkids.com if interested!

Part-Time  (requires a one-year commitment)

1)   Part-time nanny needed for new baby and very active toddler!  Hours are about 20-25/wk

mornings — ex. 9a-1p or 8a-12p, even 10a-2p.  Family is flexible and parents are seeking someone who has a lot of newborn experience!  This position is located in South City and could start as soon as 2/1!  Must be able to make at least a one year commitment.

2)   Brentwood family seeking a part-time nanny to work M/W/TH with an 18 month old who has special needs.  No medical training required, but a very mature and patient person.  Family would prefer someone with special needs experience.  Tentative hours are 12p-6/7p, but somewhat flexible if necessary.

After-school – **2nd Semester Start Date!**

1) Wildwood family is seeking energetic after school nanny to help with their three children, ages 2, 5, and 6!  They need someone to help run errands, help with children’s homework, and prepare meals. Hours are Monday through Friday, 3pm-8pm. Position starts ASAP!

2) South City family needs after school care, Monday through Friday, 4pm-6pm. Nanny will be responsible for picking child up from school and taking him to his activities.  Position starts mid-January!

3) Richmond Heights family is seeking fun, spirited nanny to help out with their three children, ages 10, 12, and 15. Nanny will need to help with homework, making dinner, and taking them to sports practice.  Hours are Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-6:00pm. Position starts January 1st.

4) Olivette family seeks an after-school nanny to start ASAP!  Children are 14 years old and 19 and older child has autism and functions like a young child, approximately at a third grade level.  Both children have after-school activities and oldest needs help with simple homework.  Hours are 2:30p – 6:30p.

5) Clayton family seeks an after-school nanny who can pick up their three children afterschool and bring home and work on homework and activities.  Must be available from 3p-6:00p M-F.  Starts ASAP!

6) Town and Country family seeking an after-school nanny to work with their two three children.  Ages are one year old, 7 year old and 12 years old.  Hours are 4:30p-8:30p M-F and the end time is somewhat flexible.  Each child is at a different school and kids have outside activities to be taken to and from.  Starts ASAP!

7) NEW! St. Charles family seeking an after-school nanny to work M-F 3-5:30p.  Must have childcare experience and a great driving record!

8) NEW! Creve Coeur family seeking an after-school nanny for their two children, ages 13 and 10.  Must be interactive and engaging!  Hours are 3p-6p M-F.  Starts immediately!

 

If you have a question about any of these positions contact our Placement Counselor, Jessica Friedman, at Jessica@tlcforkids.com.