CPR Certification, Childcare, Driver's License, First Aid, Hunting
Center Barnstead, New Hampshire | Live-Out | Short-Term (Summer)
Start Date: July 7 | Schedule: Tuesday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Every Other Week
Compensation: $25–$30 per hour
Position Overview
A warm and active family nestled on a beautiful wooded property in Center Barnstead, New Hampshire is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Nanny for a short-term summer placement. They have one child, a spirited 5-year-old boy who loves outdoor adventures, trips to the park, fishing, and creative play. This is a wonderful opportunity for a caregiver who thrives on keeping up with an active child and making the most of summer days — whether that's a morning at the park, splashing in the backyard pool, or hunting for bugs in the woods. The ideal candidate is patient, communicative, and comfortable with the natural rhythms of a child who is working through some big life transitions with the support of a caring and engaged mom.
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, engaging care for a 5-year-old boy throughout the day
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities, both indoors and outdoors
- Encourage creativity, curiosity, and active play — including outdoor adventures on the property
- Transport child to parks, outings, and activities as needed
- Prepare or assist with breakfast and help with dinner prep as the day winds down
- Support consistent routines and use calm, communicative strategies when managing big emotions
- Maintain a safe and nurturing environment at all times, including around a small pool and creek on the property
- Share daily updates with mom on the child's activities and well-being
Requirements
- Prior nanny or childcare experience required
- Energetic, patient, and enthusiastic personality
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required
- Comfortable with outdoor activities, rural settings, and adventure-based play
- Experience with or openness to supporting children navigating emotional or behavioral moments
- Warm, nurturing, and dependable
- CPR and First Aid Certification required (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
- 3–5 professional references required