Nanny & House Manager | McLean, Virginia

Nanny & House Manager | McLean, Virginia    Location: McLean, Virginia 22101 Employment Type: Full-Time, Live-Out (W-2) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM (40 hours/week) Start Date: August 3, 2026 Compensation: $35–$42/hour, based on experience and qualifications Children: Three children, ages 9, 5, and 3.5 Pets: None   About the Family A warm, active family in McLean, Virginia is seeking an experienced, career-dedicated Nanny and House Manager to join their household on a full-time basis. This is a long-term position with a family that values consistency, genuine connection, and a professional approach to household management. The children range in age from 3.5 to 9 years old and are in school through the afternoon, creating a natural rhythm of household management during the first portion of the shift before transitioning to active, hands-on childcare through the evening routine. The ideal candidate is someone who views being a nanny not as a stepping stone but as a vocation — someone who takes pride in creating a nurturing, organized, and joyful environment for children and family life alike.   Schedule Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM (40 hours/week). Children are in school until approximately 3:30 PM, allowing for household-focused work before transitioning to active childcare through the evening routine.   Childcare Responsibilities • School pickup and transportation to after-school activities • Homework help and support with reading, spelling, and school assignments • Kid-focused meal preparation and dinner • Bath time, bedtime routine, and getting children settled for the night • Park outings, playdates, and enrichment activities • Reading together and engaging in age-appropriate play and learning   Household Responsibilities • Children’s laundry • Cleaning and maintaining children’s spaces • Running errands related to children and household essentials (groceries, school supplies, etc.)   Compensation & Benefits • $35–$42/hour (W-2, fully on the books) • Paid time off (PTO) • Paid sick days • Paid holidays   Ideal Candidate • Energetic, nurturing, calm presence, organized, flexible, and positive outlook • Career-dedicated — this is not a stepping stone position • 10+ years of professional nanny/household management experience • Proven commitment and long-term tenure with previous families • Strong household management and organizational skills • Excellent communication and collaborative approach with parents • Comfortable managing a busy household with multiple children at different ages • Portuguese or Spanish language skills a plus   Required Qualifications • Minimum 10 years of recent, professional nanny/childcare experience • Verifiable long-term references from previous employers • CPR & First Aid Certified (current or willing to renew prior to start date) • Must be at least 21 years of age • Fully vaccinated • Authorized to work in the United States • Valid government-issued identification • Willing to complete comprehensive background check, reference checks, and payroll onboarding • Non-smoker • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record