Hire a Nanny in 24h

Lighthouse Careers works on a success-fee model, which means you pay nothing until your Nanny is hired and has started. There are no retainers, no up-front registration fees and no charges for receiving candidate profiles or conducting interviews. Our fee becomes payable only on a successful placement, so our incentives stay aligned with finding the right long-term fit for your household. Because Jackson Hole sits in one of the most expensive and competitive childcare markets in the United States, a transparent, results-based structure removes financial risk from a search that can otherwise stretch over months. Contact us for a written fee schedule scaled to the scope of your role.

Most searches complete in 1 to 2 weeks. You will typically receive your first shortlist of vetted candidates within 24 hours of our intake call. Timelines in Jackson Hole depend on the season: during peak ski season (December to early April) and the summer rush (June to August), the local talent pool is stretched thin by visiting families, private clubs and hospitality employers. Roles with competitive pay, housing support or flexible live-in arrangements fill fastest. If you have a firm start date, a newborn arriving, a ski trip booked or a relocation to Teton Village, tell us during intake so we can prioritise and, where needed, bring in vetted candidates from Denver, Salt Lake City and Bozeman.

Beyond core childcare ability, look for:

• 5+ years of private family experience, ideally with UHNW households
• Infant and toddler specialisation (newborn care, sleep training, feeding routines)
• CPR and paediatric first aid certification
• A clean driving record and confidence on snow, ice and Teton Pass conditions
• Swim, ski or outdoor skills suited to a mountain lifestyle
• Discretion with NDAs and media awareness
• Willingness to travel and work variable hours during holidays and powder days

The strongest nannies in Jackson Hole are self-sufficient, comfortable with altitude and isolation, and genuinely enjoy winter sports, which matters when the nearest large city is hours away.

Every candidate passes a multi-stage screening before you see a profile:

• Verification of identity, right-to-work status and full employment history
• Criminal background checks at county, state and federal level, plus driving record
• Three or more verbal reference interviews with former employers, including at least one live-in or travel placement
• Skills assessment covering age-appropriate development, discipline, food safety and emergency response
• Documentation of CPR, first aid and any teaching or nursing credentials
• A structured interview with our placement team on discretion, travel and mountain living

We only shortlist candidates we would place with our own families, roughly one in ten applicants.

Every placement is backed by our replacement guarantee. We ask that you give the placement a fair trial, provide reasonable notice and follow the terms of the employment agreement. Because we remain in contact during the first weeks, most issues are resolved early through check-ins and mediation before they escalate. Terms of the guarantee are set out in writing before you engage us, and it applies equally to live-in and live-out roles in Jackson Hole.

Jackson Hole is one of the most desirable, and most difficult, staffing markets in the country. Teton County has roughly 23,000 residents, limited long-term housing and a cost of living well above the national average, so the pool of experienced, career nannies is small and highly sought after. Families in Teton Village, Wilson, Kelly and Granite Ridge compete with resorts, private clubs, restaurants and other households for the same candidates. Winter brings avalanche closures on Teton Pass, deep snow and long commutes; summer brings Grand Teton National Park traffic. Nannies who thrive here are usually outdoor-oriented, flexible and hold their own driving credentials.

A full search, start to finish:

• Detailed intake to define duties, schedule, travel, housing and pay
• Targeted sourcing plus proactive outreach to passive candidates outside the region
• Vetting: background checks, references and skills assessment
• First shortlist delivered within 24 hours, with profiles and video interviews on request
• Interview coordination, offer negotiation, contract and payroll guidance
• Onboarding support, check-ins and our replacement guarantee

You receive one point of contact throughout. We do not simply forward CVs, we manage the process so you can hire a Nanny without stepping away from work or family.

• Share the essentials: start date, schedule, ages of children, live-in or live-out, travel expectations, housing and budget.
• Approve the role brief and written fee terms, no payment is due at this stage.
• Receive your first shortlist within 24 hours; most clients interview within 48 hours.
• Offer, contract and start, typically 1 to 2 weeks from intake.

Have your ideal pay range, any NDA requirements and details of accommodation ready. Contact Lighthouse Careers any time, we work with families year-round, including last-minute needs during ski and summer seasons.

Rates rise with infant experience, multiple children, travel, flexible or overnight hours and specialised skills such as ski instruction or a second language. We advise on benchmarks, overtime under FLSA and employer payroll and tax obligations before you make an offer, and we negotiate on your behalf.

It depends on your home, schedule and budget. Live-out nannies usually live in Jackson, Wilson or Victor, Idaho, and commute over Teton Pass, beautiful, but subject to winter closures and avalanche control. Live-in arrangements remove that risk, reduce late-night and early-morning scheduling pressure, and are often the only practical option in Teton Village or remote ranch properties. Because housing in Jackson Hole is scarce and expensive, offering a private suite, a separate entrance, a vehicle and a housing stipend dramatically widens the candidate pool. Many families offer a live-in Nanny a hybrid package with a set number of nights per week. We will advise on what is competitive for your location.

Many Jackson Hole families travel seasonally, and most career nannies expect some travel. Discuss frequency, notice, duration and compensation up front: industry standard is that all travel time is paid, with overtime where applicable, and the family covers flights, private accommodation, meals and travel insurance. Candidates typically need a valid passport and a clean record for international trips; some roles require a second passport or visa. A nanny who travels should also carry documented authority letters for border crossings with children. Our team screens for travel readiness during vetting and helps you draft a travel addendum, so expectations are clear before you hire a Nanny.

Yes. We recommend a written employment agreement covering duties, schedule, pay, overtime, paid time off, confidentiality, housing (if applicable) and notice. Trial periods of one to four weeks are common and useful: a paid trial lets you assess fit during a typical Jackson Hole week, school runs, ski club pickups, nanny-share coordination and a powder day or two. We can also arrange a paid trial day or two before a formal offer for out-of-town candidates. Trial terms should be documented in the contract, including pay rate and termination conditions, and our replacement guarantee runs alongside them.