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Temporary Nanny | Brooklyn, NYC | August 25 - September 25 | Sweet Toddler & Infant  Brooklyn, New York The Opportunity
Looking to spend a month with an absolutely lovely family?
A warm, easygoing family in Brooklyn is seeking a full-time temporary nanny from August 25th through September 25th while their regular nanny is away. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced infant and toddler nanny looking for a short-term commitment with a family that values kindness, communication, and professionalism.
The family has two wonderful children—a happy 6-month-old baby and an independent 2½-year-old toddler—and is hoping to find someone who genuinely enjoys this stage of childhood and can step into the household with confidence.
If you're an engaging, dependable nanny who loves babies, enjoys toddler routines, and appreciates working with respectful work-from-home parents, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Family
This welcoming family lives in a beautiful three-story Brooklyn brownstone and has created a calm, structured environment where everyone works together as a team.
Mom works from home but frequently leaves for meetings throughout the day, while Dad also works outside the home. They have established healthy work-from-home boundaries, and their toddler is accustomed to respecting them.
The family's parenting style emphasizes consistency, independence, and kindness. Their toddler is described as sweet, easygoing, and happy, while their baby has an excellent routine, sleeps well, and is thriving.
Responsibilities Infant Care
Your primary responsibility during the day will be caring for the family's happy 6-month-old daughter, including:

• Bottle-feeding expressed breast milk
• Communicating with Mom before feedings to see if she'd like to nurse first
• Following established nap and feeding schedules
• Age-appropriate developmental play
• Reading, tummy time, music, outdoor walks, and sensory activities
• Monitoring developmental milestones
• Maintaining a safe and nurturing environment

Toddler Care
In the late afternoon, responsibilities shift to the family's delightful 2½-year-old, including:

• Picking her up from preschool (approximately a 3-minute walk from home)
• Serving a simple prepared dinner
• Engaging in play until a parent takes over around 6:00 PM

Household Support
While the baby naps, responsibilities may include:

• Preparing a simple dinner for the toddler
• Tidying children's areas
• Washing bottles
• Light cleanup related to the children
• Keeping play areas organized

Ideal Candidate
The family would love someone who is:

• Warm, kind, and genuinely enjoys children
• Experienced with both infants and toddlers
• Observant and attentive to developmental milestones
• An excellent communicator who is comfortable texting parents throughout the day when needed
• Dependable and consistently punctual
• Organized, detail-oriented, and present
• Physically active and comfortable carrying a growing infant 
• Comfortable working in a multi-level brownstone with stairs
• Respectful of the family's low-screen philosophy

Family Philosophy
The family values active engagement with children and limits screen use during working hours.
Phones may be used for communication or navigation when necessary, but the expectation is that caregivers remain fully present and engaged with the children throughout the day.
Pets
The family has a friendly 20-pound Mini Labradoodle.
No pet care is required.
Schedule
August 25 - September 25
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Occasional evening availability is appreciated but not required.
Compensation
$35-$40 per hour

• Legal W-2 payroll
• Approximately 40-45 hours per week
• Guaranteed full-time schedule during the assignment

Modern Minders asks that temporary nannies commit to the full duration of the placement whenever possible.
Overall Personality Fit
This family is hoping to find someone who can seamlessly step into their daily routine with warmth, confidence, and professionalism.
They're looking for a nanny who notices the little things, communicates openly, enjoys supporting early childhood development, and understands that great childcare is built on consistency, patience, and genuine connection.
If you're an experienced nanny looking for a wonderful one-month opportunity with an appreciative family, we'd love to hear from you.

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