Part-Time Nanny – Dallas, TX

Overview

A warm and professional family in Dallas is seeking a part-time nanny to assist with the care of their two daughters, ages 3 years and 8 months. Both children attend full-time daycare, so the role is centered on afternoon and evening support, along with one weekend day. This position is ideal for a proactive, engaging caregiver who is confident managing toddler behavior while supporting a busy, dual-working household. The anticipated start date is late April to early May.

Schedule

• Approximately 20 hours per week
• Weekday evenings: typically 4:00/5:00 PM to 8:00/9:00 PM
• One weekend day (Saturday or Sunday): approximately 9:00/10:00 AM to 2:00/3:00 PM
• Flexibility required for occasional adjustments
• Approximately 20 full-day shifts per year (school closures): 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Consistent schedule preferred, with some flexibility as needed
• Two consecutive days off (to be determined)

Responsibilities

• Pick up children from daycare and transport them home safely
• Prepare meals and bottles for the children
• Assist with bath time and evening routines
• Provide attentive, hands-on care, often supporting one child at a time while a parent is present
• Engage the children in age-appropriate, creative, and educational activities
• Support toddler development and manage transitions or challenging behaviors with a calm, gentle approach
• Accompany the family on weekend outings such as park visits, swim lessons, or events
• Maintain organization of children’s spaces, including tidying, laundry, and light child-related household tasks
• Follow established routines, dietary guidelines, and family preferences

Qualifications

• Background in early childhood education, Montessori, or similar approaches
• Experience supporting speech or occupational therapy goals
• Proactive and prepared with activities and ideas
• Warm, engaging, and able to build strong connections with children
• Respectful of cultural, religious, and dietary practices
• Flexible and team-oriented

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of professional childcare experience
• Experience caring for both infants and toddlers
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a personal vehicle
• Comfortable driving children (car seats provided; mileage reimbursed)
• Strong swimming ability (home has a pool; supervision required)
• Comfortable supporting emotional development and behavioral regulation
• Professional, reliable, and highly organized
• Able to pass background and drug screening
• Fluent in English
• Comfortable working in a home with occasional staff or vendors

Compensation and Benefits

• $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid in accordance with state law
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off and standard benefits
• Opportunity for additional hours and earnings during extended care days and travel