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A nanny cares for children in private households, partnering with parents to meet children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. Duties include meal planning and preparation, laundry and clothing care, organizing play and outings, age-appropriate discipline, educational and language activities, and safe transportation.
- • Drive children to school, activities, and medical appointments.
- • Perform first aid or CPR when required.
- • Regulate children's rest and nap schedules.
- • Meet with parents to discuss activities and development.
- • Prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks.
- • Teach safe behaviors, such as asking for help to cross streets and avoiding hazards.
- • Plan and lead age-appropriate recreation, including games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and playdates.
- • Monitor health; note irregular behavior, take temperatures, arrange doctor visits, and administer medications as directed.
- • Model appropriate social behavior and encourage empathy and communication skills.
- • Collaborate with parents on consistent discipline plans.
- • Develop and monitor the family schedule.
- • Supervise and assist with homework.
- • Assign age-appropriate chores and reinforce positive behaviors.
- • Perform child-related housekeeping and laundry.
- • Teach personal care habits: eating, resting, toileting, and hygiene.
- • Maintain records of activities, meals, schedules, and expenses.
- • Lead age-appropriate learning, including lap play, reading, and arts and crafts.
- • Childproof spaces and set boundaries and rules for safety.
- • Shop for groceries, clothing, and child-care supplies.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
