Newborn Care Specialist - Tracy, CA - Up to $65/hr DOE

e’re seeking an experienced, compassionate Newborn Care Specialist or Night Nanny to support a family with their newborn in Tracy, CA.

The baby experiences reflux, fussiness, and difficulty settling in the crib. The ideal candidate has experience caring for newborns with similar challenges and can provide gentle, knowledgeable overnight support.

Position Details

  • Location: Tracy, CA 95377
  • Pay: $50–$65/hour, based on experience
  • Schedule: 8-hour overnight shifts, 3 nights per week, for 2 weeks
  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: 2 weeks, with possible extension
  • Family: Two parents and their newborn (born July 25, 2026)
  • Languages: English and Hindi

Responsibilities

  • Provide overnight newborn care, including feeding, burping, diaper changes, and soothing.
  • Support reflux-related care and safe sleep practices.
  • Help parents navigate newborn care challenges with confidence.

Qualifications

  • Professional newborn care experience.
  • Experience with reflux, fussy babies, and settling challenges preferred.
  • Patient, nurturing, reliable, and knowledgeable about safe sleep.
  • Required: Tdap vaccination and seasonal flu vaccination when applicable.

How to Apply

Please email your updated resume to recruitment@thecradlecompany.com.

Please note: We do not communicate through WhatsApp. All recruitment communication will be handled via email or text message.

We look forward to connecting with qualified candidates!

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: Up to $65.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have experience caring for newborns with reflux, fussiness, and difficulty sleeping in a crib?
  • Are you comfortable providing overnight newborn care, including supporting babies who prefer contact naps?
  • Are you able to provide proof of up-to-date vaccinations for the following requirements: TDAP, Seasonal flu vaccination, if applicable for the month.

Experience:

  • NCS: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Newborn Care Specialist certification (Required)
  • CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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