Four-Day Workweek: Energetic Nanny/Family Assistant Needed in Denver

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Position Highlights

A quick look at this new ABC job…

Located at: Near I-25 and Hampden Avenue

Schedule & Guaranteed Hours: Monday through Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The family is happy to guarantee 30 hours per week. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays are always off!

Live-In / Live-Out: This is a live-out position.

Commitment/Contract Length: This is a long-term position for at least 1+ year.

Start Date: Ideally mid-August 2026, but the family is flexible for a September start date for the right candidate.

Family and Household Dynamics

A peek behind the front door...

Children's Ages: Care will be for two boys, ages 7 and almost 5.

About the Children:

Their 7-year-old is curious, bright, energetic and incredibly funny. He loves science, engineering, electronics, LEGO and learning how things work. He is autistic and has ADHD, and may occasionally become rigid, hyper-focused or have difficulty with transitions. He is high-functioning, attends a traditional school and thrives with a patient, confident caregiver who can provide flexibility while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries. He attends school Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Their almost 5-year-old is sweet, athletic, energetic and full of personality. He loves trains, Spider-Man, outdoor play and exploring the world around him. He attends school Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The younger child has a severe hazelnut allergy. The nanny must be comfortable carrying and administering an EpiPen in the event of an emergency.
Both boys have big personalities, great senses of humor and lots of energy. They love being outside and respond especially well to caregivers who are playful, active, creative and confident.

About the Family:

Both parents are warm, friendly and direct communicators who are very comfortable having someone work alongside them in their home. Their household is casual, social and fast-paced, with clear expectations and respectful boundaries.
Mom works a demanding hybrid schedule that includes occasional travel, while Dad also works a hybrid schedule but is typically out of the home more often.
The family values open communication and provides feedback directly, but always with a thoughtful and kind approach. Mom takes the lead on household and child management and will partner closely with the Family Assistant.

About the Pets:

The family has a friendly 80-pound English Golden Retriever, along with fish and frogs. Candidates must be comfortable working around pets, but no pet care is required.

Additional Notes:

This family had a wonderful four-year relationship with their previous nanny, who recently moved out of state. They hope to find another dependable, long-term professional who will become a trusted and valued part of their family.

Key Responsibilities

A day in the life...

Standard Duties:

A weekly housekeeper handles the family’s deeper cleaning needs.
This role is a blend of nanny and Family Assistant responsibilities. While the children are in school, the Family Assistant will focus on children’s laundry, preparing the younger child’s lunch, simple meal and snack preparation, light errands, Target pickups and household organization projects, such as sorting through the children’s clothing and preparing items for donation.
After school, responsibilities will shift to picking the boys up from school, transporting them to activities and outings, preparing snacks and simple meals, supporting their routines and planning creative, active and age-appropriate activities.
The nanny should enjoy getting the boys out of the house and feel confident independently managing two energetic children in the community.No travel is required for this position.

Travel Requirements:

No travel is required for this position.

Desired Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications…

3+ years of professional experience as nanny or Family Assistant with school-age children is required. Ideally, candidates for this role will have 5+ years of experience in the field and strong references.
Previous experience supporting a neurodivergent child is highly preferred, though the family is open to an exceptional candidate who is patient, receptive to guidance and eager to learn.
College degree, or some college, preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, confident nanny who genuinely enjoys engaging with energetic young children. They will be fun, active and creative, while also patient, firm and capable of establishing appropriate boundaries.
The family is looking for someone who is proactive, highly dependable and respectful of their schedules. The right candidate will be a self-starter who notices what needs to be done, takes initiative and confidently balances childcare with Family Assistant responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Let’s talk dollars and cents…

Rate of Pay (gross):

The family is offering $30-$37/hour (gross). Based on the guaranteed hours, this equates to an annualized compensation of $46,800 to $57,720 (gross).

Benefits and Perks Offered:

This generous family is offering two weeks of paid time off, paid holidays, accrued paid sick leave, gas reimbursement AND a $150 monthly health insurance stipend!

Required Qualifications

We welcome all candidates who meet or exceed the following requirements to apply…

We welcome all candidates who meet or exceed the following requirements to apply…

Have a minimum of 3+ years of applicable professional experience verifiable with references
Have strong professional and personal references
Have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
Are 18+ years old and a high school graduate (2-4+ year degrees preferred)
Are authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction
Are a non-smoker
Committed to professional, legal pay
CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to renew prior to hire)

Not qualified quite yet? No worries. We encourage you to continue building your resume and apply with us in the future. We look forward to working with you very soon!

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