Part-time Nanny/Tiny Human Expert Needed
Location: Wilmington, NC (Riverlights area)
Schedule: Mon-Fri 9:30am to 4ish
Pay: $20-$25 per hour DOE
Start: Feb 16, 2026
A warm, active family in the beautiful Riverlights area of Wilmington is seeking a loving, dependable, and energetic Part-Time Nanny to care for their two sweet children—a bright, busy almost 5-year-old son and a happy, curious 21-month-old daughter.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a nanny who enjoys a mix of toddler care and preschool-aged engagement — and who thrives in a structured but playful environment.
If you’re creative, hands-on, and love planning engaging days that balance fun and learning, this family would love to meet you.
Responsibilities Include:
Engaging in age-appropriate play and learning activities
Plan and prepare meals for children, including preparing bottles and nutritious meals/snacks
Maintain clean hygiene for the children, including diaper changes, proper clothing, and bathing with requested by family
Keep the children’s room and play area tidy and organized
Fill out daily activity logs when asked by family
Children’s laundry as needed
Light housework (loading/unloading dishwasher, general tidying of playroom, children’s rooms, kitchen, and living room)
Schedule:
Start Date: Feb 16, 2026 (slight flexibility for the right candidate)
28.5 hours per week
Availability:
Monday–Thursday: 9:30am–4:30pm
Friday: 9:30am–3:00pm
Unpaid 1-hour lunch break daily (12pm–1pm) — nanny is free to leave the home during this time
A Balanced Flow to the Day:
Son attends half-day school Monday–Friday (9-12)
Baby girl naps approximately 2 hours daily (around 1–3pm)
Overlap caring for both children averages about 2 hours per day
This rhythm allows for meaningful one-on-one time with each child throughout the week.
Compensation & Perks:
Pay: $20–$24/hour, DOE
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Requirements:
CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified
Willing to undergo and pass a background check
Provide 2 to 3 professional references
Experience with multiple children
Able to walk up and down stairs carrying 30+ pounds, active and energetic
Proactive and able to take initiative
Reliable and willing to care for sick children
Open and communicative with parents
Ability to swim (family home has a pool)
Comfortable with 1 dog (no pet care required)
Ideal Fit:
Interested in a long-term commitment to provide stability and consistency
Brings creativity, imagination, and intention to each day
Enjoys developing fun, hands-on activities that keep little ones engaged and learning