Live-Out Nanny/Family Assistant – New York

Silver Swan is currently working with a private family based in New York to help them recruit a joyful, high-calibre Nanny / Family Assistant to support their 6-year-old child, with light organisational oversight relating to an older child’s schedule. This is a dynamic, thoughtful household seeking a proactive and emotionally intelligent individual who is passionate about nurturing independence, curiosity, and confidence in children.

This is not a passive nanny role. The successful candidate will bring initiative, calm energy, and social fluency, contributing positively to the overall rhythm of the household while supporting a bright, curious child through engaging experiences, projects, and travel.

The role is primarily afternoon-based during the school year, with flexibility around a four- or five-day working week. During school holidays and summer periods, the family travels extensively, including extended stays in Europe, and the nanny will be expected to travel with them, working longer days balanced with appropriate time off or shared cover with a second nanny when required.

Candidates must have a legal right to live and work in the US prior to applying as the family does not offer visa sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• School pick-ups and occasional drop-offs
• Provide hands-on, present care with a focus on emotional intelligence and independence
• Prepare simple, healthy meals and snacks for the child
• Encourage age-appropriate responsibility such as making beds, setting the table, and personal organisation
• Research, coordinate, and book classes, camps, and activities locally and internationally
• Plan stimulating outings including museums, cultural activities, and city exploration
• Coordinate playdates and communicate confidently with other parents
• Confidently navigate cities, public transport, airports, and international children’s camps
• Grocery shopping and sourcing high-quality, nutritious food
• Maintain calm, orderly environments by resetting play and kitchen areas used during the day
• Organise children’s clothing, supplies, backpacks, and daily essentials
• Support household flow with light, child-related organisation (no deep cleaning)
• Communicate clearly and professionally with parents regarding schedules, needs, and observations

Ideal Candidate

• Based in New York
• High energy yet calm and grounded in presence
• Emotionally intelligent with strong intuition and the ability to read the room
• Warm, playful, and engaging without creating chaos
• Confident and professional; highly organised, proactive, and reliable
• Experienced traveller, comfortable with domestic and international trips
• Strong swimmer; skiing ability a bonus
• Valid driver’s licence; CPR and basic child safety certified
• Comfortable using technology for scheduling, research, and travel logistics
• Bonus: Italian language skills and prior travel nanny experience

Package

• Working schedule: 4–5 days per week, approximately 20–30 hours per week during the school year
• Guaranteed hours on agreed schedule
• Travel periods: 10–12 hour days with one guaranteed day off per week or shared coverage during extended trips
• All travel expenses covered, including transportation, meals while on duty, and phone/roaming access
• Salary: Commensurate with experience, with top of range offered for the right candidate