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Southwest Domestics places background-checked, bonded, and insured nannies with families in West University Place, Southside Place, and the neighborhoods around Rice Village. Our office in Stafford is about 10 miles southwest of West U, down I-69/US-59, so you can meet 4–5 pre-screened candidates in person in one visit before anyone enters your home. We have placed nannies with Houston-area families since 1990.
Where we place nannies around West U
- West University Place (77005)
- Southside Place and Rice Village
- Braeswood Place and the Medical Center area
- Close by: Bellaire, River Oaks, and Meyerland
Built around a close-to-home school day
West University Place is part of Houston ISD, and West University Elementary sits in the middle of the city. With school, parks, and activities only a few minutes apart, many West U families need a nanny for the morning drop-off, the afternoon pickup, and homework time rather than a full day. Tell us your bell times and activity schedule at the consultation. We match you with candidates who can work a split or after-school schedule, and our intake asks whether the nanny will drive and whether you provide a car.
For parents who work at the Medical Center or downtown
West U sits a short drive from the Texas Medical Center and downtown Houston. If your workday starts early, runs late, or changes week to week, tell us your exact schedule at the consultation, and we will present candidates whose availability fits it. Full-time is 35–40 hours per week, and live-out hours over 40 are billed at an overtime rate in accordance with Texas law.
Placements for West U households
- Full-time nannies (35–40 hours/week) for infants and toddlers
- Part-time and after-school nannies (4–34 hours/week, 4-hour minimum per visit)
- Nanny–housekeeper combinations for help with laundry, meals, and upkeep
- Live-in or live-out arrangements
What West U parents ask us to plan for
- Pools: tell us whether the nanny must be able to swim. It is part of our intake.
- Short drives, many of them: school, activities, and park time within a few miles. Let us know whether car seats and a family car are involved.
- Cooking and light housekeeping: list these up front so we present candidates who fit the whole role.
How placement works
- Consultation: we discuss your household needs, schedule, and family culture.
- Selection: we present 4–5 hand-picked, vetted candidates.
- Interviews: you meet candidates in person at our office, 13847 Stafford Rd, Stafford, TX 77477. Interviews are free; each usually lasts 10–20 minutes, and the whole visit typically takes about an hour to an hour and a half.
- Placement: we handle the details, provide ongoing support, and offer a replacement at no extra cost if the match is not right.
Rates at a glance
Full-time (35–40 hours/week): Class A (senior level, up to 5 years experience) $25–$30/hr; Class B (mid level, up to 3 years) $23+/hr; Class C (entry level, up to 2 years) $20+/hr. Part-time (4–34 hours/week): Class A $30–$35/hr; Class B $25–$30/hr; Class C $20–$25/hr, set case by case. Live-out assignments over 40 hours per week are billed at an overtime rate in accordance with Texas law. A one-time $175 registration fee applies, there is no finder’s fee, interviews are free, and there is a 4-hour minimum per visit. See our rates page and what a nanny costs in Houston.
Frequently asked questions
Does Southwest Domestics place nannies in West University Place?
Yes. We place background-checked, bonded, and insured nannies with families in West University Place, Southside Place, and nearby Rice Village and Bellaire. Our office at 13847 Stafford Rd, Stafford, TX 77477 is about 10 miles southwest via I-69/US-59.
Where would I interview candidates?
At our Stafford office. You typically meet 4–5 pre-screened candidates in one visit of about an hour to an hour and a half. Interviews are free, and each usually lasts 10–20 minutes.
Can you find an after-school nanny for West U schools?
Yes. Tell us your bell times, pickup locations, and activities at the consultation. Part-time placements run 4–34 hours per week with a 4-hour minimum per visit, and our intake asks whether the nanny will drive and whether you provide a car.
Do you place nanny–housekeepers in West U?
Yes. If you want help with laundry, meals, and upkeep as well as childcare, we present candidates for a combined nanny–housekeeper role.
How much does a nanny cost through Southwest Domestics?
Full-time rates are $25–$30/hr (Class A), $23+/hr (Class B), and $20+/hr (Class C). Part-time rates run $20–$35/hr by class. There is a one-time $175 registration fee and no finder’s fee.
Are your nannies background-checked and insured?
Yes. All personnel undergo background checks, which are regularly updated, have verifiable references, and are bonded and insured.
What if it is not the right match?
We offer hassle-free replacements: we help you find a better match at no additional cost.
Contact Southwest Domestics
Southwest Domestics
13847 Stafford Rd, Stafford, TX 77477
(713) 789-5437
Mon–Fri 9–5
southwestdomestics@gmail.com
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