The Opportunity
This position will work in a private household alongside an additional nanny to provide high quality care of two young children in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Hours and Schedule
Full-time position working an average of 40 hours/week during the summer from June - September. Normal work hours are Thursday 10:30a-7p, Friday 8a-7p, Saturday 10a-6p, Sunday 10a-6p. Looking for a candidate with availability and flexibility to travel with the family.

This hourly position will also be eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 in a designated work week.

Culture of Care
RDV Staffing provides domestic, household and property related positions predominately in West Michigan. We recruit only the most skilled and dedicated people who are service-oriented, collaborative, adaptable, and who possess the highest level of integrity. Our employees experience a meaningful workplace where they can make a valuable and appreciated impact in the household(s) that they serve. Full-time employees of RDV Staffing are eligible for a robust healthcare program, 401(k) plan with a generous 7.5% match, time off, and other meaningful benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Tends to daily basic physical, emotional, and safety needs of children. Must be knowledgeable and experienced and possess a genuine love of children.
• Plans and participates in a variety of activities and games with children; including creative play, educational learning, arts and crafts, outings, etc. Reads to and with children.
• Provides transportation to children as required by their schedules. Drives family vehicle, adheres to motor vehicle rules, regulations, and speed limits at all times, and adheres to route preferences requested by parents.
• Assists with preparing healthy snacks and meals, focusing on nutritional needs of the children in collaboration with the household Chef.
• Performs basic household duties, including but not limited to: load, run, and unload the dishwasher; wipe down surfaces after activities, snacks, and meals; children’s laundry.
• Exercises open verbal and written communications with parents.

Elements of Success

• Previous nanny babysitting experience preferred.
• Previous experience planning creative play and educational learning activities for children.
• Responsibilities are conducted primarily in the home(s) of the client of RDV Staffing. While an employer/employee relationship exists, it is important that employee is genuinely committed to contributing to a happy home environment.
• Must be willing to be flexible in work hours.
• Must remain focused on work agenda at all times. Provide comfort and guidance, warmth and security on an individual basis.
• Must be a responsible, dedicated, and dependable person of highest integrity; neat and tidy in appearance; organized and reliable; cheerful and positive in attitude; exhibit pride in service provided; and demonstrate a genuine love for children.
• The family’s privacy is of critical importance; highest level of confidentiality must be exercised at all times.