Full-Time Household Manager / Nanny — Ann Arbor, MI
55,000–$65,000 Annual Salary (Based on Experience)
LGBTQ+ affirming family | Neurodivergence-informed | Attachment-based parenting | Pet-friendly | Long-term position
About the Family :
A professional, warm, and dynamic family in Ann Arbor is seeking an experienced Household Manager / Nanny to serve as a true partner in caregiving and household management.
The household includes two energetic, bright, neurodivergent children (ages 2 and 4) who thrive on flexibility, creativity, and emotionally responsive caregiving. Traditional, rigid, or consequence-based parenting approaches are not aligned with the family's values.
The parents practice attachment-based parenting, which includes :
- Consistent responses to emotional needs
- No use of cry-it-out, planned ignoring, or extinction-based methods
- Emotional responsiveness to distress
- Use of co-regulation, emotional validation, and autonomy-building strategies
The family emphasizes gentle, respectful caregiving, emotional coaching, creativity, playful structure, and partnership. They also share their home with two friendly dogs and maintain a joyful, busy household environment.
Note : The family has allergies and chemical sensitivities and requires a nanny comfortable working in a scent-free home.
What Makes This Role Unique :
This is more than a traditional caregiving role. The ideal candidate will serve as a household partner and executive function support—someone who :
Takes initiative in meal and activity planning, as well as household organizationAnticipates needs and builds helpful routinesProblem-solves and adapts fluidly to changesCommunicates clearly and shares in the mental load of family lifeSchedule & Compensation :
Hours : Monday–Friday, 8 : 30 AM – 5 : 00 PM (flexibility appreciated)Pay : $25–$30 / hour ($55,000–$65,000 annually, based on experience)Start Date : ASAPBenefits Include :
Two weeks paid vacationThree to five paid sick daysPaid holidays (Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve and Day, July 4th)Occasional travel with the family (frequent destinations include Florida and West Michigan)Key Strengths Required :
Strong executive functioning and organizational skillsConfidence in taking initiative and creating systemsDevelopmentally informed and neurodivergence-affirming caregiving styleCreativity and adaptabilityEmotional intelligence and co-regulation skillsExcellent communication and teamworkPrimary Responsibilities :
Household Management :
Family laundry and seasonal wardrobe rotationMeal planning, preparation, and grocery listsGrocery shopping and errandsLight kitchen cleaning and dishwashingOccasional light cleaning (a professional service visits 1–2 times weekly)Organizing toys, clothes, art supplies, closets, and moreMonitoring household inventory and suppliesDeveloping systems for better household efficiencyLiaising with the cleaning serviceChildcare :
Care for two children (ages 2 and 4) as needed on, Fridays (children are home from school), sick days, 1–3 days / month when daycare is closed, school breaks and vacationsPlan and lead creative, active, age-appropriate activitiesUse flexible, playful routines (e.g., dance parties, visual schedules)Engage in gross motor play (swimming, running, jumping, etc.)Support emotional growth through gentle parenting strategiesEnsure constant supervision and safetyLift and hold up to 40–45 lbs and actively participate in playComfortable with high-energy, loud playAdditional Considerations :
Schedule may shift in Fall 2025 as the children transition to a charter schoolFull-time childcare required in Summer 2026
Qualifications :
Prior experience in childcare and / or household managementExcellent multitasking and organizational skillsStrong swimmer (household includes a pool)Comfortable with two friendly dogsWilling and able to travel with the familyReliable, punctual, and proactivePhysically able to manage active play and home responsibilitiesThree to five professional references requiredMust have U.S. work authorizationMust be comfortable working in a scent-free home