About the Family: A calm and structured family in Creve Coeur is seeking a nurturing and skilled live-in family assistant to provide loving care for their two children, ages 8 and 5. They enjoy an active lifestyle filled with bike rides, swimming, church activities, relaxing by the pool, and spending time with friends. The family values kindness, respect, and attentiveness, and hopes to welcome a nanny who will feel like an extension of their household. Mom is a stay-at-home parent, and the nanny will work closely alongside her to support both children and help with the flow of daily routines.

Their 5-year-old son has Down Syndrome and requires hands-on support for daily activities such as getting in and out of the car, navigating stairs, and other physical tasks. He is not yet fully self-sufficient, so the family is seeking a nanny who will prioritize his developmental progress. This includes guiding him through potty training, teaching him to self-feed, and supporting his communication development with patience and consistency. The assistant will also work hand-in-hand with his therapists and school team to reinforce IEP goals, ensuring consistency and progress across home and school environments.

Location: Creve Coeur, MO

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule:  Full-time, 40 hours per week. Coverage is needed Monday through Sunday, with varying days of the week. A set schedule is always provided at least 4 weeks in advance to allow for planning.

Accommodations: A furnished private bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.

Children’s Personalities:

8-Year-Old: Happy, curious, intelligent, humorous, and adventurous.

5-Year-Old: Gentle, affectionate, curious, and content.

Compensation & Benefits:

$1,320+wk /$33hr

Vacation and sick time

Major holidays off/ paid 

 Relocation assistance 

Work Vehicle Supplied

Additional Benefits: Open; to be discussed.

Responsibilities: Childcare (primarily focused on the 5-year-old):

Work closely with therapists and the school team to support IEP goals, including potty training, self-feeding, and communication development.

Provide patient, consistent guidance with a focus on developmental progress.

Drive the children to and from extracurricular activities as needed.

Household Support: Manage laundry and ironing. Maintain daily kitchen upkeep. Assist with errands as needed. Provide general household support while the children are in school full-time.

Ideal Candidate: The family is seeking a nurturing, patient, and detail-oriented caregiver who will make the 5-year-old’s developmental growth their primary focus. The right candidate will be kind, trustworthy, organized, communicative, and caring—someone who embodies calmness and self-control.

The ideal assistant will have professional experience and/or education working with children with Down Syndrome, and will bring creativity and dedication to helping their child meet key milestones. A self-starter who is detail-oriented and able to anticipate needs will thrive in this role.

Qualifications: COVID-vaccinated, Professional experience caring for children with Down syndrome. Strong, verifiable childcare references from previous childcare positions (families or childcare centers only; references from friends, family, or coworkers will only be accepted as character references)

A loving family in Ladue with three boys is seeking a Part-Time or Full Time Family Assistant to support their busy household. The parents follow a positive parenting style, focusing on encouragement and redirection. They believe discipline is solely the responsibility of parents, not caregivers.

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys creating order and consistency in a lively household and working alongside a SAHM, while also supporting three young children who are full of personality and curiosity. The family values teamwork, kindness, and reliability, and looks forward to welcoming a Family Assistant who will help their household run smoothly.

Ages: 4 years, 2 years, and 11 months.

Children’s Personalities: Their 4-year-old has a wonderful sense of humor, warms up quickly to new friends, and loves helping care for his younger brothers. The 2-year-old is energetic and independent, often wanting to do whatever his big brother is doing while still exploring things on his own. Their 11-month-old is in an exciting stage of learning new skills and loves playing alongside his brothers. All three boys enjoy cars, outdoor play, and hands-on activities.

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30–9:30 & 2:30–7:30 PM . The family is flexible and open to adjusting away from a split schedule, "just mornings or just afternoons if needed." 

With at least four weeks’ notice for school breaks, the nanny's hours will be adjusted and potentially increased if desired.

Compensation: $30/hour

Responsibilities : This position will be primarily focused on supporting the family and household, with approximately 80% of responsibilities dedicated to household tasks and 20% dedicated to direct childcare. Duties include: Laundry: washing, folding, and returning clothes to the correct rooms.

Cooking: preparing healthy meals (primarily dinner, Monday through Friday, and occasionally lunch on weekends). Tidying up after the children, including their rooms, play areas, and cleaning the kitchen and dining spaces after meals.

General household tasks include making breakfast, preparing the dinner table, washing and sanitizing baby bottles, and ensuring common areas are clean and organized. Childcare: assisting with school drop-offs/pickups, and supporting daily routines such as mealtimes, playtime, and transitions.

Ideal Candidate: Positive, respectful, and well-mannered. Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic. Honest and willing to follow instructions carefully. Understands this role is 80% tidy up and 20% with the kids. Comfortable working alongside SAHM

About the Family: A family in Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a dedicated and proactive Family Assistant to provide loving care for their 4-year-old son while helping with household management. Mom is a stay-at-home parent who will often be present, alternating between leading activities with the child and relying on the Family Assistant to support household responsibilities. On some days, the assistant will accompany Mom and the child on outings, while other days may involve independent childcare or helping by taking the family’s well-trained dog to the park.

The family follows an authoritative parenting style—intentional, consistent, and nurturing with age-appropriate expectations. They value kindness, respect, and professionalism, and are seeking a candidate who shares these qualities and will feel like a trusted member of their team.

Children’s Personality :Kind, gentle, patient, independent, curious, and energetic.

Start Date: ASAP

Compensation & Benefits: $1,080/week. Paid Federal Holidays Off, paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Online Continuing Education Courses, Annual Raise, New child raise

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Could include bi-weekly Friday and/or Saturday date nights. Every other week, the nanny will receive a full or half day off to offset evening hours The schedule is provided at least 4 weeks in advance for planning

Pets: The family has one highly trained dog. Duties may include refilling and cleaning water bowls, occasional walks, and giving treats.

Responsibilities

Childcare :Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities such as walks, outdoor play, reading, songs, and arts & crafts. Create a nurturing, fun, and engaging environment that supports the child’s development. Maintain a structured daily routine that balances play, learning, and exploration. Provide newborn care when a baby is added to the family.

Household Management: Maintain the home and grounds in coordination with other staff. Tidy common areas, unload the dishwasher, and handle grocery shopping and simple meal prep.

Wash, fold, press, and put away laundry (primarily for the child, with occasional help for parents). Manage family schedules, appointments, and household organization.

Oversee contractors, service providers, and household staff, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to standards. Perform shopping and errands as needed. Assist with pet care.

Maintain professional boundaries and communication. Respect and follow established household systems (shopping lists, menus, communication structures).

Communicate efficiently—minimizing interruptions and providing updates only as necessary. Take initiative and complete tasks thoroughly without shifting responsibilities back onto the parents. Respect household authority, recognizing that final decisions rest with the parents.

Ideal Candidate : The ideal Family Assistant will be kind, compassionate, self-motivated, and self-disciplined. They will be outgoing and proactive, balancing warmth with professionalism. The family values someone who can maintain structure, exercise discretion, and set a positive example for both the child and the household.

Qualifications:  COVID-vaccinated,Professional experience caring for newborn to school-age children. Strong, verifiable childcare references from previous childcare positions (families or childcare centers only; references from friends, family, or coworkers will only be accepted as character references)

Description: A family of three in Kirkwood, MO, is looking for a full-time nanny for their four-month-old son.

They’re seeking someone warm, engaging, and active who will support his daily care and help monitor essential milestones. Their ideal nanny enjoys creating age-appropriate activities, encourages learning through play, and communicates openly with the family.

Responsibilities: Bottle feedings, washing and sanitizing bottles, preparing and serving age-appropriate solid foods, and managing the baby’s laundry. The nanny will handle regular diaper changes, provide soothing and comforting when needed, and maintain consistent nap routines. Throughout the day, the nanny will closely observe the baby’s cues and needs, ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing environment that supports healthy growth and development.

Schedule: . Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Pay: $880wk+

Start date: October 2025

Children:  4 months old

Pets:  2 dogs

Benefits: Paid Federal Holidays Off, paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave.

Qualifications: Professional experience in caring for infants and school-age children. References from childcare centers or families unrelated to you, such as relatives, friends, or colleagues.