Will AI Replace Nannies?

Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Perform first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Regulate children's rest periods and nap schedules.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Teach and perform age-appropriate activities, such as lap play, reading, and arts and crafts, to encourage intellectual development of children.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Model appropriate social behaviors and encourage concern for others to cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Organize and conduct age-appropriate recreational activities, such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and play dates.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Assign appropriate chores and praise targeted behaviors to encourage development of self-control, self-confidence, and responsibility.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Observe children's behavior for irregularities, take temperature, transport children to doctor, or administer medications, as directed, to maintain children's health.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Work with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote desirable child behavior.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties related to children's care.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Meet regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Supervise and assist with homework.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Transport children to schools, social outings, and medical appointments.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Keep records of play, meal schedules, and bill payment.

Routine cognitive or manual task with high vulnerability to automation.

Help develop or monitor family schedule.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Shop for groceries, clothing, and other items needed for children's care.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.