Newborn Specialist
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Full-Time
Washington. DC
$25.00–$30.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
The Elite Nanny Team is recruiting an exceptional Full-Time Infant Specialist / Professional Nanny in Washington, DC, for a warm, welcoming family seeking an experienced, nurturing childcare professional.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated infant nanny who genuinely loves babies, understands early childhood development, and takes pride in helping infants reach important developmental milestones.
Our clients are two busy professionals who recently welcomed their first child, a happy, curious 4-month-old baby. Both parents work demanding professional schedules and value open communication, consistency, and a positive home environment.
They are looking for a dependable, enthusiastic nanny who will become a trusted and valued part of their child's early years.
NANNY SERVICES
P2
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking a highly qualified, reliable, and engaging Infant Specialist who demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to infant safety and development.
Minimum 3 years of professional nanny experience, including significant hands-on experience caring for newborns and infants.
Demonstrated knowledge of infant developmental milestones, feeding routines, safe sleep practices, and age-appropriate learning activities.
Current Infant CPR and First Aid certifications or willingness to obtain them before employment.
Experience introducing developmentally appropriate activities that encourage sensory exploration, motor skills, language development, and social interaction.
Strong understanding of breast milk storage, formula preparation, bottle sterilization, and infant feeding safety.
Familiarity with establishing healthy sleep routines and following parent-approved sleep training methods.
Ability to maintain a consistent daily schedule while adapting to the infant's changing developmental needs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including providing parents with daily updates.
Dependable, punctual, organized, patient, and proactive.
Ability to successfully complete professional reference verification and comprehensive background screening.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Willing to use your safe vehicle to transport the child to medical appointments.
Willingness to commit to a long-term position of at least one year.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Infant Specialist, or professional nanny specializing in infant development. Additional early childhood education or infant care training is highly desirable.
Employment Benefits
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A remarkable nanny does more than follow a daily schedule. A remarkable nanny inspires curiosity, encourages confidence, celebrates milestones, and provides the foundation for a lifetime of learning.
At The Elite Nanny Team, we recognize the extraordinary value that professional infant specialists bring to families. We connect qualified, compassionate nannies with households that appreciate their knowledge, dedication, and commitment to exceptional childcare.
If you are an experienced Infant Specialist in Washington, DC, who is enthusiastic about early childhood development and ready to make a meaningful difference in a child's life, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your professional nanny career.
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JOB DUTIES
As the family's dedicated Full-Time Infant Specialist, you will provide attentive, loving, and developmentally enriching care for one infant. Your primary responsibility is to create a safe, stimulating environment where the baby can thrive.
Provide attentive, one-on-one infant care throughout the workday, prioritizing safety, emotional security, and developmental growth.
Prepare breast milk and formula bottles according to the family's instructions, following appropriate handling and storage guidelines.
Wash, sanitize, and organize bottles, nipples, feeding accessories, and infant-related equipment.
Maintain consistent feeding, diapering, and sleeping schedules.
Follow safe sleep guidelines and assist with establishing healthy, age-appropriate sleep habits.
Introduce tummy time, sensory exploration, and supervised activities that strengthen motor coordination and cognitive development.
Read books, sing songs, introduce music, and encourage early communication through positive daily interactions.
Take the infant on stroller walks and enjoy age-appropriate outdoor activities, weather permitting.
Support developmental milestones such as reaching, grasping, rolling, sitting, and early communication.
Introduce age-appropriate solid foods when developmentally appropriate and approved by the parents.
Change diapers, provide routine infant hygiene, and maintain a clean, comfortable environment.
Complete the infant's laundry, organize clothing, and maintain an orderly nursery.
Clean and organize play areas, toys, and infant feeding spaces.
Maintain a daily infant care log documenting feedings, naps, diaper changes, activities, and developmental observations.
Communicate regularly with parents, providing thoughtful updates and celebrating developmental achievements.
Work collaboratively with the parents to maintain consistency in childcare routines, expectations, and developmental goals.
This position focuses exclusively on the infant and infant-related household responsibilities. General housekeeping is not required.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
This family understands that exceptional infant specialists deserve competitive compensation, professional respect, and meaningful employment benefits. They are committed to creating a positive working relationship with their nanny.
Competitive Hourly Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Consistent Full-Time Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM.
Guaranteed Hours: 47.5 scheduled hours weekly, including applicable overtime compensation in accordance with wage laws.
Paid Time Off: Two weeks of paid vacation annually.
Paid Holidays: Major federal holidays when they fall on regularly scheduled workdays.
Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with applicable Washington, DC requirements.
Healthcare Stipend: Monthly contribution toward qualifying healthcare expenses, subject to the family's benefits arrangement.
Professional Development: Annual allowance for approved infant care training, CPR renewal, or early childhood education courses.
Long-Term Job Stability: A family seeking a consistent, committed nanny for at least one year, with the potential for a longer relationship.
Supportive Work Environment: Respectful, communicative parents who value professional childcare expertise.
Rewarding One-on-One Care: The opportunity to focus your attention on one infant and make a lasting impact during the earliest stages of childhood.
