Full-Time Nanny in Scottsdale for Warm and Loving Family

Location: Temporary rental near Pima & Happy Valley (moving to home near Cactus Rd. and Frank Lloyd Wright) – final address to be confirmed
Start Date: As soon as the right fit is found – ideally by August 18, 2025 (confirm exact date with family)
Reference Code: TNJFT1611
Term: 9–12 months to start, with potential to extend

The Nanny Joynt is deeply honored to represent a kind and loving family seeking a full-time, emotionally attuned nanny to support them through an important chapter. Recently relocated from Utah, this family includes two children—a bright and imaginative 5-year-old girl and a cheerful, curious 19-month-old boy—who are seeking an experienced, energetic caregiver to be a steady, loving presence in the home while the mother undergoes medical treatment over the next 9–12 months.

The ideal candidate will bring warmth, creativity, and flexibility to their days, joining this thoughtful family in honoring a high level of communication, mutual respect, and care.

About the Family:

Children:
Daughter (5 years old): A energetic and curious spirit who thrives with 1:1 attention, creative projects, and movement. She loves Legos, dance, puzzles, arts and crafts, playgrounds / sports, and giving ballet performances. She is being homeschooled and enjoys hands-on learning without pressure.
Son (19 months): A happy, active little boy who loves to climb, build, and follow his sister’s lead. He enjoys reading books with colorful pictures, spotting airplanes and birds, dancing to music, and exploring the house with a caregiver narrating his discoveries.

Parents:
Mom is currently staying at home as she goes through medical treatment. Dad works full-time from home. The family is living with grandparents during this transition and values strong communication, empathy, and a caring team environment.

Position Details:
Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00am–4:00pm or 9:00am–5:00pm
• Flexibility appreciated for outings, swimming, and occasional adjustments / date nights
• 40 hours/week preferred; 35 hours/week may be considered depending on candidate
• 9–12 month term to start, with potential to extend

Travel Required: No travel required at this time

Compensation and Benefits:

• • Hourly Rate: $30–$35/hour DOE
  • Paid legally on W2 
  • Guaranteed hours 
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays (based on final agreement)

• Educational expenses covered if related to child development (e.g., CPR, lifeguarding, early childhood education / parenting books) 

Responsibilities:

Childcare Duties:

• • Full care of both children during daytime hours
  • Facilitate creative play and age-appropriate, hands-on activities
  • Guide sibling interactions and conflict resolution with empathy and boundaries
  • Coordinate outings to shaded playgrounds
  • Swim with children in at-home swimming pool with close supervision (would love someone who could teach swimming)
  • Engage children with thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and emotional attunement
  • Provide consistency, calm energy, and structure in daily routines
  • Maintain a no-screen environment and model limited adult screen use around children

Household Support:

• • Light household help during nap times and quieter moments (e.g., dishwasher, laundry, prep)
  • Laundry and tidying of all child-related areas
  • Ensure kitchen and play areas are reset after meals and play
  • Keep water bottles full and ready for outings
  • Help support meal routines and dietary preferences (whole foods, balanced nutrition)
  • Support privacy and uphold boundaries around household and family confidentiality
  • Help with supporting the family and household as needed

Health & Safety:

• Must be cautious around illness due to mom’s immunocompromised status
• Must notify family of any illness or known exposure immediately
• Practice handwashing, sanitizing, and illness-prevention measures daily
• Comfortable enforcing pool safety and supervising near water
• Familiarity with early childhood safety practices and proactive risk assessment
  
• Vaccines Required: TDAP, Flu, and MMR – must be illness-cautious and health-aware

The Ideal Candidate:

• Warm, loving, and calm under pressure
• Highly reliable, punctual, and professional
• Experienced with toddlers and early childhood
• Enjoys creative play, crafts, nature exploration, and storytelling
• Thoughtful communicator who avoids baby talk and respects children as whole people
• Emotionally intelligent and supportive of gentle parenting methods
• Strong understanding of nutrition and interest in helping with healthy food routines
• Committed to confidentiality, respectful of privacy, and aligned with family values
• No photos or videos are to be taken of their children
• Willing to support the family’s emotional, logistical, and developmental priorities 

Family Values:

• Emotional connection and compassionate caregiving
• Respectful communication and thoughtful structure
• Curiosity, creativity, and play-based learning
• Nutrition, health, and safety awareness
• Positive discipline and modeling of behavior
• Privacy, discretion, and trust in all working relationships

This is a unique and heartfelt opportunity for a dedicated nanny who wants to make a meaningful difference during a pivotal season in a family’s life. If you are an experienced caregiver who thrives in emotionally connected, values-driven homes—and you’re ready to offer your warmth, creativity, and commitment—we’d love to hear from you.