Part Time Infant Nanny – Santa Clara, CA
About this role
Part Time Infant Nanny – Santa Clara, CA
A welcoming family in Santa Clara is seeking an experienced, nurturing part-time nanny to care for their 10-week-old infant during the late afternoon and evening hours. This family has a vaccination policy in place, which will be discussed directly with the candidate.
Schedule:
• Monday – Thursday, approximately 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Approximately 16 hours per week • Start date: ASAP / November 2026
Family Specifications:
• Smoke-free home • Pet-free household • Collaborative home environment focused on safe sleep and gentle infant routines
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive infant care, including diapering, soothing, age-appropriate developmental play, and bedtime routines • Administer responsive, paced bottle feeding following reflux-friendly techniques (avoiding snack-feeding without forcing bottle completion) • Support safe sleep practices (strictly flat on back in the bassinet) and gentle, age-appropriate sleep shaping and bassinet transfers (no cry-it-out) • Wash and sanitize bottles according to the family's preferred routine during nap times • Maintain and tidy baby-specific items and nursery areas
Requirements:
• Demonstrated professional experience caring for newborns and young infants (0–6 months) • Experience with paced bottle feeding and reflux management • Experience with gentle bassinet sleep transfers • Current Infant CPR and First Aid certifications • Verifiable professional childcare references
Compensation:
• $30–$36 per hour
All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant infant care experience.
Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers. All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our careers page. (Job #171339).