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July 16, 2024 Job Openings By Jenny No Comments

NEW FULL-TIME NANNY/ HOUSEHOLD MANAGER OPPORTUNITY IN PARADISE VALLEY + TRAVEL $85K, ASAP!

NEW FULL-TIME LIVE OUT OR LIVE IN NANNY/ HOUSEHOLD MANAGER OPPORTUNITY IN PARADISE VALLEY + TRAVEL, $85K,ASAP!
56th St and MacDonald: This wonderful professional family with 3 school aged children was referred to us from one of our fabulous loyal clients and they are seeking a dynamic, proactive, flexible nanny / household manager to join their family and help keep their busy household running smoothly. They have a 10 year old son, 9 year old daughter (in August) and 5 year old daughter. All three children are in school full-time so the ideal schedule is a split shift schedule M-F from 6:30-8:30AM and then 1 or 2PM – 8PM for a guaranteed 40 hour work week. The morning shift is needed to get the children up and ready for school, breakfast made, lunches prepared and the nanny will assist Mom with school drop off at 2 different schools. Family vehicle is provided for nanny’s use. Mom is always present in the home or in and out and is very involved and hands-on with the 3 children so they are ideally seeking an extension of Mom who can work together as a team to help in all aspects of their busy household. The kids are involved in lots of sports and activities and are in 3 different directions a lot of the time. In addition to sports and activities during the school year, they are enrolled in ski school in Aspen and summer camps. Their 5 year old daughter is very sweet and funny, loves to read and learn and is super independent. She has several food allergies as well as asthma so needs to be very cautious regarding food she consumes and must carry an Epi-pen, bring her own food to parties, etc. Their 9 year old daughter is so sweet, creative, responsible and has a fiery personality. She responds well when she is lead with a lot of love and is well-behaved and a sweetheart. She will be starting 3rd grade. She is in the track club and she ice skates. She is dyslexic and has a school tutor. Their 10 year old son is starting 5th grade and is so sweet, loving and kind hearted. He is dyslexic and has ADHD but is not hyperactive. He is described as being a little daydreamer and needs repetition so patience is needed. He has a tutor 3 days a week after school and he loves school but wrestling is his favorite. The duties include: managing kids’ schedules, helping with school emails, transporting kids to and from school and sports / activities, grocery shopping, errands, biweekly vet and groomer appointments, simple meal prep including children’s meals and simple family meals, organizational projects, cleaning out fridge / pantry, stocking household items, laundry, daily tidying up and maintaining the upkeep and orderliness of the home in between deep cleanings. They have a casual yet fast paced atmosphere in their home. Other household staff include housekeepers and a personal assistant. The split shift schedule is their ideal schedule and primary need however they are also open to considering candidates who can work a noon – 8PM schedule. The first interviews conducted will be for the split shift schedule. They are also open to interviewing live -in nannies since they can provide a private bedroom and bathroom in either an attached or separate casita. Ideal qualities and characteristics they are seeking: Proactive, flexible and ability to travel is of the utmost importance. Experienced self starter who takes great initiative and does not need to be given a daily task list. Anticipates needs of children. Travel is needed every summer for the entire 2 months of June and July and some weekends throughout the school year as well as week long vacations. They take 3 ski trips to Aspen as well as holiday travel and the summer travel is to Pennsylvania, Aspen and international travel to Bermuda. This amazing family moved to AZ in 2020 from Laguna Beach, CA and they have great longevity with their nannies and value them like family members. In CA they had a nanny for 6 years and another one for 4 years who moved to AZ initially with the family and lived in with them but had to leave the position after 4 years due to family needs in CA. Pets: Bernedoodle. Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays. Use of car. Compensation: offering a competitive compensation of up to $85K DOE. Interviewing now and position starts in Aug. (REF#JMPV)

**To apply for this position, please email Jenny@acaringnanny.com and use (REF#JMPV) in title.**

January 20, 2024 Job Openings By Jenny No Comments

FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER / HOUSEHOLD MANAGER POSITION IN PEORIA, $30/hr!

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FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER / HOUSEHOLD MANAGER POSITION IN PEORIA, $30/hr! —ON HOLD UNTIL AUG

67th Ave & Jomax: This wonderful professional returning family of ours is seeking a full time housekeeper / household manager to join their busy household and be an extension of the parents in an effort to keep their household running smoothly. The consistent schedule is typically Monday – Friday from 6:30AM – 2:30PM. However flexibility is important and the availability to stay until 6PM when needed is desired. (with a week in advance notice). The family has 4 children ( 13, 9, 6, and 3) and although childcare duties are not primary for this role, the family may need the housekeeper / household manager to assist with the children & pick up a child or more on occasion from school and transport them to extracurricular activities. The children are all 4 in school full-time and leave the home by 7:30AM and are in school until 3:30PM. During school breaks and summer, Mom adjusts her work schedule to be with the kids. With 2 professional parents and 4 children, the household tasks are always in motion and therefore Mom needs an extension of her — a proactive individual who can multi-task and is efficient at time management and taking great initiative and can efficiently tackle all needs of the household without being micromanaged. This includes cleaning their 2400 square foot home: 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 bathrooms. Other housekeeping / household management duties include: making breakfast and lunch for the kids before school, meal prep for dinner (cooking is not a necessity but is a bonus), chopping veggies and fruit, family laundry & linens, tidying up,kids toys, making beds, supervising chores with kids, running errands (pick up/ drop off groceries, Sam’s Club, Walmart or Target order, post office), seasonal organizational projects, linen closet, dusting off patio furniture.
Ideal characteristics: friendly, organized, proactive, self-motivated, creative, and a multitasker. The family prefers a candidate who has prior experience running a household and has preferably raised children of their own. Flexibility is needed. They have a casual atmosphere in their home. Mom may be home working or in and out. Dad is a physician. Grandparents live out of state and visit frequently and will stay in the home during their visits. The family is ideally desiring a longterm commitment of 3-5 years. Driving is needed for errands and transporting children. A car is provided or gas is reimbursed if own car is used. Pets: hamster. Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays. Bonus. Health Insurance. Compensation: $30/hr. (REF#GJPEORIA)

***To apply to this position, please email jenny@acaringnanny.com and use (REF#GJPEORIA) in the title. This position is on HOLD until Aug 2024***

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July 2, 2019 Blog By admin No Comments

4th of July Family Fun!

4th of July is a wonderful time to spend with your family and friends! With all the patriotic parties and fireworks, children will want to participate in the celebration too. Here are some fun ideas for getting the kids involved in 4th of July festivities!
Patriotic Blowers: This craft is easy, fun and will blow everyone away at the party! Check out the instructions here.
HUGE Slip n Slide: Cool off this 4th of July by making your very own, HUGE slip n slide even adults will enjoy. Check it out here.
Scavenger Hunt: Whether your attending to the grill or hosting a 4th of July party, print off this scavenger hunt to keep your kids busy and happy.
Party Playlist: Every party needs some good tunes! This 4th of July party playlist will have you dancing the night away. Party playlist here.
Sparkler Shield: Protect kids adorable hands from sparklers with this easy to assemble sparkler shield.
S’mores Time: Who doesn’t love to finish a meal without dessert? Check out this adorable S’mores bar all kids will be sure to love!S’mores Bar Link
We wish everyone a happy Independence Day with your family and friends!
Happy 4th of July,
Caring Nannies

June 13, 2019 Blog By admin No Comments

Happy Camper!

It’s summer time which means it’s the perfect time to leave the electronics at home, explore the beautiful outdoors and create camping memories the kids sure won’t forget. Here are a few camping do’s to keep in mind when camping with the kiddos. We’ve also listed a few of our favorite places to camp in Arizona.
Camping Tips:
– Test Run: It’s not a bad idea to do a “test run” in your backyard prior to going on a camping trip. This will give the kiddos and you an idea of what it will be like sleeping in a tent.
– Washing Station/Wipes: It’s a must that you will get dirty camping – it’s so fun exploring in nature for worms, pinecones, fishing, etc. Although at the end of the day, it’s nice to take the dirt away. Bring lots of antibacterial wipes or set up a washing station with a bucket of soap and water.
– Entertainment: Bring along some extra fun things for the kids such as bubbles, squirt guns, coloring books, binoculars, magnifying glass and card games.
– Night Time Safety: Campsites are extremely dark at night and can be scary for kiddos but you can make it fun by bringing headlamps, flashlights, book lights and lanterns.
Family Camping Sites in Arizona:
– Woods Canyon Lake: Woods Canyon is 30 miles east of Payson and a 2 hour drive from Phoenix. You can fish, rent a boat at Woods Canyon Lake and they even have a little market to get supplies/ice cream. Check out more information or reserve your camping spot here.
– Lo Lo Mai Springs: Lo Lo Mai is located between Cottonwood and Sedona. It’s located on the creek and offers restrooms/showers, swimming pool, spa and playground. They also have a little market to get supplies. Check out this fun camp site here.
– Flagstaff KOA: If you are more of a “glamping” kind of family this is the place for you! You can rent tents/cabins, they have WiFi, Cable TV, bathrooms/showers, bicycle rentals and a cafe that serves breakfast every morning. You can get more information about Flagstaff KOA here.
We hope you found the above useful as camping with family is a lot of fun! Relax and enjoy making outdoor memories with your family.
Happy Camping ~
Caring Nannies

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May 21, 2019 Blog By admin No Comments

Memorial Day ~ remembering and honoring all who has served our country.

Caring Nannies is wishing you a beautiful Memorial Day weekend. In honor of all of the veterans as well as the active service members, thank you for all that you do. We hope you enjoy these fun Memorial Day snack, craft and decoration ideas to do with your kiddos on this holiday weekend.

How cute and yummy are these patriotic desserts? You can find recipes for these 30 easy no bake patriotic desserts at ahunderaffections.com.

Have some fun getting crafty with these adorable Memorial Day crafts and activities with your kiddos. Go to theunpreparedmommy.com to find instructions on how to create these masterpieces.

Touch up your home with some red, white and blue for your Memorial Day BBQ with these quick and easy patriotic decorations from onecrazymom.com.

We thank you and celebrate you on this day! Happy Memorial Day!
From, Caring Nannies

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May 9, 2019 Blog By admin No Comments

Happy Mother’s Day from Caring Nannies

Mother’s Day is a celebration of honoring all the amazing mom’s, grandma’s, aunts, sister’s and anyone who has played a motherly role in your life. It’s a day to show these special women how much you love and appreciate them.
As a nanny, here are some suggestions on how to ensure the mom you nanny for enjoy their special day.

Make a craft with their kiddos: A few popular, easy and non-expensive crafts are handprint cards, handprint pots (fill with mom’s favorite flowers), bookmarks, salt dough handprint or check out fun money mom for 11 adorable Mother’s Day Crafts.
Tidy the House: We think all mom’s appreciate a tidy house and can relax easier when they know the house is cleaned. As a nanny, maybe go above and beyond to make sure the house is cleaned, even if it’s tasks you don’t do on a daily basis such as vacuuming, dusting, dishes, laundry or mopping.
Plant Flowers: Take their kiddo to Lowes or Home Depot to pick out some flowers for outside to plant together. Moving forward, the mom and child can water the plant together making it a special time for both.
Redbox: Rent a kid friendly movie ahead of time along with popcorn/snacks so that the mom and kiddo can watch it together creating a relaxing, enjoyable memory.
Picture Frame: Take a picture of their kiddo and then make a popsicle stick frame together. Mom’s love homemade gifts. Check out this cute popsicle frame.
Time: Give the gift of time to the mama. Maybe go in early or stay late next time you nanny for their kiddo to help with morning/evening routine’s or give them an extra hour or two unpaid to give the mom an opportunity to go shopping/date night/mani & pedi or just to run errands.

We hope you have found these gift ideas helpful and we hope you enjoy spoiling your mama’s! We wish all mom’s out there a very Happy Mother’s Day from Caring Nannies! Enjoy your day – you deserve it!

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April 18, 2019 Blog By admin No Comments

International Nanny Training Day

We had a great Saturday attending and being a sponsor at International Nanny Training Day at Modern Milk. International Nanny Training Day was created to provide training and support to nannies to help foster excellence in the nanny profession. Caring Nannies is proud to be affiliated with National Nanny Training Day since it was first initiated in 2012. As with any profession, continued education is vital and when caregivers are trained and knowledgeable, children clearly benefit.

Training began with an amazing presentation by Jill Peterson who is with Hermonia. Jill talked about BE-ing vs. DO-ing, which referenced the impact you have as a nanny and how to chose who you want to be every day. Starting with picking two goals you want to set for yourself for that day. It was very inspirational, motivating and Jill is hilarious! Our next session was by Chelsea Kunde with Building Blocks AZ talking about super power discipline styles. Chelsea was so sweet and funny giving us a lot of great ideas on finding solutions in creative ways. Some of our favorites is the calm down jar, sensory box, time out box and behavior charts. After our lunch break, Meredith Madsen shared some very informative tools on how to perfect a resume and how to be stellar for an interview! Meredith has so much experience in the field and had a lot of great tips and tricks to share!

Overall, we had so much fun learning and enjoying our day International Nanny Training! Many thanks to our friends at The Nanny Joynt for hosting this amazing event for nannies to come together to collaborate.
~Caring Nannies