Spend your summer living on a remote island in northern Maine, surrounded by lake views!

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Posted: Apr 15, 2026

Nanny

Attean Lake Lodge

Jackman, Maine

Wages/Pay
$400.00 - $600.00 / week
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Jun 18, 2026

Live-In Summer Nanny – Private Island Lodge In Maine

Location: Attean Lake Lodge
Dates: Mid-June through August (flexible end date for school schedules)
Pay: $300/week + room & board


The Experience

Spend your summer living on a remote island in northern Maine, surrounded by lake views, hiking trails, and a tight-knit lodge community. This is not your typical nanny job — it’s part childcare, part adventure.

You’ll be living and working at a family-run, off-grid lodge where guests come to unplug. If you love nature, kids, and a slower pace of life, this could be your dream summer.


About the Role

We’re looking for a kind, responsible, and energetic nanny to help care for our four kids:

  • Primary focus on:

    • 1-year-old (turns 1 in August)

    • 3-year-old

  • Two older kids (7 & 9) are mostly independent but need supervision (especially around water)


Responsibilities

  • Daily care for younger children (playtime, naps, meals)

  • General supervision of all kids during the day

  • Keeping kids safe around the lake (strong awareness around water is key)

  • Light tidying of kid-related messes (toys, snacks, etc.)

  • Occasionally joining family/lodge activities


What We’re Looking For

  • Experience with young children (toddlers + babies)

  • Comfortable around water (bonus if you're a strong swimmer)

  • Positive, flexible, and self-motivated

  • Someone who enjoys unplugging — limited WiFi/cell service


Living Situation & Perks

  • Private bedroom + bathroom

  • All meals included

  • 2 days off per week (flexible scheduling)

  • Access to kayaks, canoes, hiking trails, and lake life

  • A truly unique summer experience you won’t find anywhere else


A Few Things to Know

  • This is a remote, boat-access-only location

  • Days can be full and active — this isn’t a “sit on your phone” kind of job

  • You’ll be part of a small, hardworking, and fun team

How to Apply

Send a short note about yourself, your childcare experience, references, and why this kind of summer appeals to you to holden@atteanlakelodge.com.

Contact Info

Attean Lake Lodge

Family oriented summer resort offering upscale vacations on secluded island setting in western Maine. 4th Generation Owners!

Location
Maine
Season
Summer
Staff size
10
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
FREE room and board!
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good
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