Nanny based in Istanbul

Job Title: Educational Nanny for UHNW Family in Istanbul ( (Live-In or Live out optional)

Location: Istanbul, Turkey (with international travel)

Schedule: Full-time, 6 days/week (72 hours/week preferred)

Compensation: $40/hour | Up to $150,000 USD/year | All travel & meals covered

Start Date: ASAP

About the Family

An ultra-high-net-worth family based in Istanbul is seeking an experienced, professional nanny for their toddler son (17 months old). The father is American, and the mother is Turkish and fluent in English. Both parents are actively involved in their child’s care — the mother is a full-time stay-at-home parent, and the father works from home. You will work directly with the mother — no assistants or intermediaries.

Position Summary

The family is looking for an exceptionally experienced, English-speaking nanny with a strong educational background. The ideal candidate will focus entirely on the child’s development and daily engagement — no household duties are expected. This is a long-term role for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and open to frequent international travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-time, developmentally focused care for a 17-month-old boy
• Lead daily educational and age-appropriate activities (structured play, outdoor time, arts and crafts, early learning routines)
• Plan engaging and stimulating routines tailored to support cognitive, social, and emotional development
• Travel with the family (~4 months/year), including internationally
• Support a respectful and collaborative environment with parents, who are often present

Candidate Requirements

• Fluent/native-level English speaker
• At least 30 years of childcare experience, including experience with at least two ultra/high-net-worth families
• Background in early childhood education (e.g., former preschool teacher strongly preferred)
• Mature, highly professional, calm, and proactive
• Willing to live in Istanbul long-term
• Comfortable with international travel and flexible scheduling
• Familiarity with managing severe allergies (child is allergic to all nuts, cow’s milk, and eggs)

Schedule & Compensation

• Preferred schedule: 8am–8pm, 6 days/week (72 hours/week)
• Alternative schedule: 40 hours/week acceptable for the right candidate
• Rate: $40/hour (approx. £30 GBP / €35 EUR)
• Annual salary: Up to $150,000 USD, based on a 72-hour work week
• • Included:
•             ◦           All meals (nanny eats what the family eats)◦           All travel costs covered◦           Private bedroom and bathroom (for live-in arrangement)

  ◦           5 paid vacation days and 3 paid sick days annually

  ◦           No additional benefits

   

  Interview & Trial Process

  • 15-minute initial Zoom interview
  • Followed by a 1-week paid trial in Istanbul, with flights and all expenses covered

   

  To Apply

  Be prepared to answer:

  • How many years of preschool or educational childcare experience do you have?
  • How many years of nanny experience do you have?
  • What are the durations of your three longest nanny jobs?
  • Why did you leave those roles?
  • What are your preferred working hours?
  • Where are you currently based?
  • Have you worked internationally before (particularly in Istanbul)?
  • Are you willing to live in Istanbul for several years?

   

  This is a rare and prestigious opportunity for a top-tier nanny to support a family committed to their child’s early development in a warm, respectful, and international household.

Up to $150,000 USD/year |