Fluent English or Spanish nanny-Governess needed NYC and Costa Rica #506602

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San Diego - Costa Rica

profile Monthly Salary: $ 100 - 125
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A warm and adventurous family based in Nosara Costa Rica is seeking an experienced live-in bilingual nannyeducator to join their household and provide nurturing educational care for their two young children aged one and three. This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional nanny or early years educator who thrives in a globally minded child-centred environment and enjoys combining travel education and care.

The family values joyful discovery creativity empathy and global citizenship and are looking for a candidate who shares their vision of raising confident curious and kind children. Their parenting approach is respectful and responsive focused on experiential learning and gentle guidance. They encourage exploration through play art nature and meaningful cultural experiences fostering independence and emotional intelligence from an early age.

The role is predominantly shared care working alongside the parents and within a fully staffed household that includes two nannies and domestic support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education ideally trained in Montessori Waldorf or Reggio Emilia philosophies and hold at least eight years experience caring for toddlers and preschool-aged children.

Day to day the nanny will plan and lead engaging activities tailored to each childs developmental stage nurture social-emotional growth and support healthy routines. The childrens days are filled with creativity storytelling music and outdoor play and the family appreciates someone who can integrate these interests into a balanced and enriching routine. Comfort with dietary considerations pets and mindful living is essential as is the ability to adapt to both rural and urban settings.

The position involves international travel to destinations including New York Madrid and other parts of Europe so flexibility and cultural openness are key. Fluency in English is essential and Spanish would be an advantage. The nanny will be provided with a private self-contained flat within the familys Costa Rican home and will join a kind collaborative and forward-thinking household that values respect professionalism and joy in daily life.

This role will suit someone warm creative and highly experienced who finds fulfilment in inspiring curiosity and confidence in children while embracing the adventure of family life around the world.



Requirements

Fluent English/ English and Spanish speaking nanny-educator
Experience with children aged 1 to 3 yrs
Previous experience working for VIP family
Had experience in sole charge of 2 young children and also with shared care.
Proxy parenting experience very useful.
Confident about travelling enjoy flying and packing / unpacking.
Enjoys working overseas
Organised PA skills
Up to date criminal background check
Recent Paediatric First Aid certificate
Valid passport for international travel
Good references for recent and relevant nanny / governess work and jobs that have each lasted a good length of time.
sporty active energetic
Be available long term
Must be tidy and clean and happy to keep home environment and your own private accommodation tidy and clean
Discreet and professional
Please note this is a strictly Non smoking position.

A warm and adventurous family based in Nosara Costa Rica is seeking an experienced live-in bilingual nannyeducator to join their household and provide nurturing educational care for their two young children aged one and three. This is a wonderful opportunity for a professional nanny or early years e...
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Company Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Key Skills

  • Babysitting
  • Infant Care
  • Daycare
  • Preschool Experience
  • Caregiving
  • Workers' Compensation Law
  • Special Needs
  • Teaching
  • Experience with Children
  • Meal Preparation
  • Nannying
  • Toddler Care