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Spring/summer nanny needed for 1-year-old | 3-4 days/wk

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 28696
Division/Organization: Family
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: Private Residence Madison, WI 53711 (not on bus line)
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $23.00 to $25.00
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Anticipated End Date

8/28/26

Anticipated Hours Per Week

24

Schedule:

Days: 3-4 days/week (Tuesday–Thursday +/-Friday)

Hours: ~24-32 hrs/week (flexible)

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $23.00 to $25.00

Number Of Positions

1

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Our current nanny is retiring, and we’re looking for an active, reliable nanny to care for our 1-year-old son until he starts daycare in the fall! He just started walking and loves climbing and exploring, so we need someone who can keep him safe and engaged. We live in a house near Wingra Park with two friendly cats. One parent works from home in a dedicated office. 

Details:

  • Where: Madison, WI (near Wingra Park) 
  • Days: 3-4 days/week (Tuesday–Thursday +/-Friday)
  • Hours: ~24-32 hrs/week (flexible)
  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Through late August 2026

What we’re looking for:

  • Active and energetic (keep up with a walking toddler)
  • Loves engaging, screen-free play and lots of reading 
  • No phone use around the child
  • Timely and reliable
  • Comfortable with simple, whole-food snacks/meals (avoiding processed foods)
  • Prior toddler experience 
  • CPR certification (or willing to get it) 
  • Strong references 
  • Up-to-date on vaccines (like Tdap, flu, and Covid) 
  • Has their own transportation

Pay is $23–25/hr (based on experience). Position includes guaranteed pay (e.g., if parents finish work early or takes vacation). 

Application Instructions:

Please send an email to jplwood@gmail.com and include details about your experience, a little bit about you, what your expectations are, and how best to reach you if we think you'd be a good fit! References a plus

Contact:

Org: Family
Contact: Justin
Email: jplwood@gmail.com

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