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Nanny Poppins Agency

Full Time Nanny

Troy, MI · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Light cleaning and organization (a weekly cleaning service is provided) * Maintain overall household flow and efficiency * Occasional evening or weekend babysitting may be requested Requirements

Nanny Poppins Agency

Full Time Nanny

Troy, MI · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Light cleaning and organization (a weekly cleaning service is provided) * Maintain overall household flow and efficiency * Occasional evening or weekend babysitting may be requested Requirements

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What are some common challenges weekly babysitters face, and how can they be addressed?

Weekly babysitters often encounter challenges such as adapting to different family routines, managing children's varying energy levels, and handling unexpected situations like minor illnesses or schedule changes. Building open communication with parents, establishing clear boundaries and routines with the children, and staying flexible can help address these issues. Additionally, babysitters benefit from staying organized, keeping emergency contacts handy, and regularly updating parents about any concerns or developments.

What is the difference between Weekly Babysitting vs Nanny?

AspectWeekly BabysittingNanny
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but CPR/First Aid preferredOften requires CPR/First Aid certification, background checks, and sometimes childcare experience
Work EnvironmentOccasional, flexible hours in client's homeRegular, full-time or part-time hours in family’s home
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate families, occasional careLong-term household employment, childcare providers
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for occasional childcare servicesSeeking ongoing, consistent childcare

Weekly Babysitting involves occasional, flexible care usually for short periods, while a Nanny provides regular, ongoing childcare with more responsibilities and often requires certifications. Both roles serve families but differ in commitment and credentials.

What is weekly babysitting?

Weekly babysitting refers to regularly scheduled childcare services, typically provided once or multiple times per week, where a babysitter looks after children in a family's home. The babysitter is responsible for ensuring the children's safety, supervising play, assisting with meals, and sometimes helping with homework or bedtime routines. This arrangement is ideal for parents who need consistent help due to work schedules, errands, or other commitments. Weekly babysitting can be arranged for specific days and times each week, providing both families and sitters with predictability and structure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekly babysitter?

To thrive as a Weekly Babysitter, you need experience in child care, basic first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or completion of babysitting courses. Familiarity with safety protocols, emergency contact systems, and sometimes CPR certification is typically expected. Patience, strong communication, responsibility, and the ability to engage children in age-appropriate activities are standout soft skills. These skills ensure a safe, nurturing environment and build trust with both children and their parents.
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Full Time Nanny

Nanny Poppins Agency

Troy, MI • On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Location: Troy, MI
Compensation: $28–$35 per hour, based on experience
Commitment Level: Full-time, long-term
Guaranteed Hours: 40 guaranteed hours per week
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; family is open to a slightly later morning / early evening shift for the right fit
Start Date: TBD

Position Overview

A warm and welcoming family in Troy is seeking a reliable, proactive Nanny / House Manager to support their busy household. The family has three children in the elementary and preschool age range, plus one entering the early teen years. The role blends attentive childcare with day-to-day household management, and the family is looking for someone organized, nurturing, and interested in a long-term position. One or both parents typically work from home during the day. There is no pool, no special needs, and no food allergies in the household. The family keeps pet reptiles.

Benefits

  • 40 guaranteed hours per week
  • 2 weeks paid vacation
  • 5 paid personal/sick days
  • Major holidays off
  • Parking provided

Responsibilities

  • Assist with school drop-offs and pick-ups
  • Transport children to and from after-school activities as needed
  • Support homework and after-school routines
  • Provide attentive, engaging care for the youngest child
  • Prepare family dinners (the children enjoy helping)
  • Meal prep
  • Laundry
  • Light cleaning and organization (a weekly cleaning service is provided)
  • Maintain overall household flow and efficiency
  • Occasional evening or weekend babysitting may be requested

Requirements

  • Seeking a long-term position
  • Dependable, flexible, and highly organized
  • Enjoys working with children and supporting a busy household
  • Reliable vehicle and valid driver's license
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be able to provide 3–5 professional references


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About Nanny Poppins Agency

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Since 1995, the Nanny Poppins Agency has been providing the highest level of support as a full-service, nationwide nanny and domestic staffing agency. Our clients range from young, rising professionals looking for their first mother’s helper, nanny, personal assistant, or housekeeper; to high-profile, world-traveling corporate executives, business owners, dual-professional families, celebrities and athletes; to professionally run family trusts and estates. We manage each search with discretion, precision, forethought and in constant consideration of your valuable time. We know that you are busy and that your standards are high. We look beyond the average and seek out the best candidates, carefully screening them prior to sending them over for your review. The Nanny Poppins Agency has earned a reputation for sourcing, thoroughly screening, and placing candidates that hold the highest standard of professionalism. Our clients return to us and refer us to their friends, family and colleagues. Our clients can trust our agency to work hard to meet their criteria and unique needs throughout the candidate screening process. Nanny Poppins will be available to them at any time after the placement is made to ensure our clients are satisfied and will return to us, referring to their family.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Windham, NH, US

Year founded

1995

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