Job Description

Full-Time Special Needs Nanny/House Manager – Manhattan, NY $30–$35/hr | Expected Annual Salary: $62,000–$75,000+ Start Date: August 2025 Schedule: Full-Time | Live-In or Live-Out | Includes Overnights A dedicated and proactive full-time caregiver is needed for a warm and welcoming family relocating to Manhattan. The position centers around providing compassionate, one-on-one care for a school-aged child with Rett Syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that requires a high level of support and attentiveness. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one support to a non-verbal child with mobility limitations Assist with daily routines including feeding, hygiene, dressing, and medication administration Accompany child to and from school (school day is typically 8:00 AM–3:00 PM) Manage overnight care up to 2 times per week (child may wake in the night as part of the condition) Prepare special diet meals and assist with light cooking (occasionally for the whole family) Provide stroller assistance and maintain safety at all times Collaborate with family and any additional staff or therapists involved in the child’s care Perform light housekeeping related to the child (tidying, organizing, laundry) Ensure nurturing, structured, and engaging daily routines Schedule: Core weekday hours: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM Two overnight shifts per week (with additional compensation) One weekend day (flexible) Flexibility required for non-school days and occasional full days Qualifications: Experience working with children with special needs , particularly neurodevelopmental disorders (Rett Syndrome, autism, etc.) Calm, patient, and emotionally intuitive with excellent communication skills Ability to provide hands-on physical assistance and use mobility aids Strong understanding of child safety and behavior management Experience administering medications and supporting alternative communication methods Background in early childhood education, special education, occupational therapy, or similar is a plus Hebrew language skills are a plus but not required Comfortable with light cooking and household responsibilities CPR and First Aid certified Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Must be able to provide 3-5 professional references Compensation & Benefits: ~$30–$35 per hour , depending on experience ~ Expected annual salary: $62,000–$75,000+ , based on hours and overnight shifts ~ Additional pay for overnight shifts ~ Paid time off, sick days, and holidays provided ~ Opportunity to work in a collaborative, supportive environment This is a meaningful, long-term opportunity for a professional caregiver who is passionate about supporting children with special needs and making a lasting impact in a family’s life.

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Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Relocation, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Weekday work,

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