Posted 10 hours ago by a parent
Seeking an experienced full time caretaker starting Sunday, Feb 7 in Grand Lake - $24/hr
Recurring · 5 days per week · Full Time, starting Sunday, Feb 7
Care type
Nanny
2 children, ages 1 month old and 2 year old
Neighborhood
Grand Lake
Oakland, CA
Pay rate
$24/hour
Paid via UrbanSitter
About this nanny job
About the Position A private Oakland household is seeking a permanent, full-time Specialized Child Care Worker to provide comprehensive daily care for two young children of mixed African and European descent, including an infant and a toddler. This is a live-in position offering private accommodations. This role requires a unique combination of professional child care experience, native French language fluency, and hands-on knowledge of hair care techniques for African-textured and mixed-heritage hair types. Responsibilities • Provide full-time daily care including feeding, bathing, developmental activities, and transportation to appointments and activities (25 hrs/week) • Conduct all daily interactions and instruction exclusively in French to support the children's bilingual development and preparation for French-language school enrollment (5 hrs/week) • Perform specialized hair care for children's coarse African-textured hair including protective styling, moisturizing treatments, detangling, and scalp health maintenance (5 hrs/week) • Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation related to children's care (5 hrs/week) Required Qualifications — All Must Be Met • Native French language fluency (learned or conversational French does not meet this requirement) • French secondary education — Baccalauréat or equivalent • Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience in hair care for African-textured and mixed-heritage hair types, including protective styling and scalp health maintenance • Minimum 12 months professional child care experience • Valid driver's license • CPR and first aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start) • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Compensation and Benefits • $24 per hour (DOL prevailing wage) • Private bedroom and board provided at family residence • Permanent, ongoing position Submit resume and a brief cover letter describing how you meet each of the three mandatory requirements to: [removed]
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During the day
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