Nanny Job Details

Job ID: 5076
Location: Boulder, CO


Please describe your family:
My son and I are a very active and fun family.
He will be turning 3 in February & loves to play the drums, paint, build, and be outside as much as possible. I am a stay at home mom and professional artist.

Please describe why you are looking for a nanny:
I am looking for someone who loves to play with my 2 1/2 year old and is talented in creating new activities. And someone who can be flexible with the job weather it be child care or running errands, chores,research & computer skill, & also possibly travel. I would love someone who is able to communicate with my son in a positive way that allows him to be 2 1/2 and express himself. I am uninterested in a lot of "no" or "don't do that" language. Knowledge in methods of discipline that are positive and promote self worth is a must:)
Also looking for someone who is organized and able to have a plan for him so that he is actively engaged in activities that challenge him.It is important for me to have someone who takes care of themselves mentally, spiritually and physically and is able to communicate their desires as an employee in order for everyone to being operating well as a team.
It would be great to have someone knowledgable in nutrition or preparing healthy meals--we don't eat a lot of meat, but have raw food & use a juicer quite often.

Describe the child(ren) you need a nanny for:
Leo loves his outdoor time-- he is into tools and building--loves his drum set and learning how to do anything new. Extremely communicative and bright:)

Describe your home setting: My son and I live together in a beautiful Gunbarrel home just off of 71st. The backyard is large & fenced in so that Leo can run wild! There is also a wonderful park a block away and a bike path that is very lush and beautiful--Leo has a fort back there that he loves to go to........

We are interested in the following:
Nanny, Permanent

Full-Time/Part-Time?
Full-time

How long do you need a Nanny?
1 Year

Live-in/Live-out?
Nanny, live-out

What tasks/errands do you expect your nanny to perform?
Preparing healthy food & clean-up. If Leo is with me then some housecleaning (tidying, sweeping, wiping, dusting, laundry, vacuuming, trash collecting, recycling, etc.), shopping (groceries, supplies, etc.), and errands (post office, dry cleaners, etc.). Cooking might come in handy.....

What activities do you want your nanny to do with your child?
creative play, outdoor play, building things and teaching him new things. Engaging in his creative ideas and leading him gently into manifesting his ideas. He also loves parks, book stores, gymnastics and painting on large canvas.

What special certifications/requirements are you looking for?
Some nice-to-have qualifications include: toddler-specific medical training, such as CPR; coursework in child development; familiarity with experiential-learning techniques such as Waldorf & nutrition.

Does this position require a valid driver's license?
Yes

Does this position require a car?
A car is provided

When will this position be available?
Immediately

How many hours do you need a nanny for?
around 20-30 hrs & possible travel.

How much are you willing to pay? Do you offer benefits?
I am offering $ 15-16 hour depending on the candidate's experience and job duties

Do you have any pets or animals in your home?
We have a cat named Meowzah. He's an orange tabby long-hair, about 4 years old, who spends about half the day outside.

What else are you looking for in a nanny?
We would prefer a nanny who shares our values of environmental stewardship, continuous growth, and mindful relationships.

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