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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and organized individual to fill the role of Part Time Nanny and Secretary. This unique position combines childcare responsibilities with administrative support duties, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and is also skilled in office tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for caring for children during designated hours, ensuring their safety, engaging them in educational and recreational activities, and assisting with homework or school-related tasks. In addition to childcare, the role includes secretarial duties such as managing schedules, answering phone calls, organizing files, and handling correspondence.
The ideal candidate should be nurturing, patient, and reliable, with excellent communication and multitasking skills. They should be comfortable working in a home or small office environment and be able to switch between childcare and administrative tasks as needed. Flexibility is key, as the schedule may vary depending on the family's or employer’s needs. Prior experience in both childcare and administrative roles is highly desirable.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on a family’s daily life while also contributing to the smooth operation of their personal or professional affairs. If you are passionate about helping others, enjoy working with children, and have strong organizational skills, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Plan and engage in age-appropriate activities
- Assist with homework and school projects
- Prepare snacks or light meals for children
- Maintain a safe and clean environment for children
- Manage calendars and schedule appointments
- Answer phone calls and respond to emails
- Organize and maintain filing systems
- Handle basic bookkeeping or data entry tasks
- Coordinate communication between family members or staff
- Run occasional errands as needed
- Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a nanny and/or secretary
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional training is a plus
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer proficiency (email, word processing, spreadsheets)
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Flexibility with work hours and tasks
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Fluency in English; additional languages a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience working with children?
- Have you previously held a secretarial or administrative role?
- Are you comfortable multitasking between childcare and office duties?
- Do you have CPR or First Aid certification?
- Are you available to work flexible hours?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Can you provide references from previous employers?
- Are you comfortable using office software and tools?
- What age groups of children have you worked with?
- How do you handle stressful or emergency situations?
- Are you willing to undergo a background check?
- What interests you about this combined role?
