Tag: how to become a nanny
Did you know that there are a wide variety of unique child care philosophies used across the United States, including Reggio Emilia, Montessori, HighScope, and more?
Wait, what’s a child care philosophy?
In this article, we’ll discuss what a child care philosophy is and why it’s important, take a look at four different popular philosophies, and go over what we recommend.
Let’s dive in!
Hi everyone! It’s Laura from Nanny Parent Connection with an interesting topic we’ve been discussing with several members.
Today, let’s discuss the pros and cons of working as a provider in a daycare versus working as a nanny.
Whether you’re embarking on a career in childcare or contemplating a change, understanding the nuances of each role is essential in making the right decision for your career path.
Today, we’ll explore the pros and cons, differences in pay, responsibilities, and more to help you weigh your options effectively.
Parents – if you know of someone thinking about entering the childcare world, please share this video with them.
Let’s dive in and we hope you find this video helpful!
For many nannies, interviews with families can feel nerve-wracking. What if you say the wrong thing? Will the family see you for who you really are? How can you be fully prepared?
The truth is that calming those interview “nerves” comes down to being confident in your abilities and walking in prepared. Below, we share our top tips to help you confidently interview with families every time.
We always encourage parents to consider what their child care philosophy or style is when thinking through their nanny needs. Knowing your care philosophy is important because some of the best family and nanny relationships happen when everyone’s care styles are in alignment.
Not sure what your philosophy is? Below, we walk through the top four most popular child care philosophies. We hope you find this useful!
Nannying can be a fantastic field to get into, as nannies are in high demand in urban areas and there is a high degree of flexibility in the industry.
For many, working as a nanny is a launch point to do more for a family. There are many ways that you can expand upon an existing nanny role in order to make yourself a more valuable asset to the family that you are working with. Below, we share how to offer more services as a nanny.
What is a nanny care philosophy? That is a great question we hear often from both parents and nannies.
A nanny care philosophy is going to tell the story of how a nanny approaches nanny care and what that care style means to the nanny.
Below, we cover the importance of nanny care philosophies, how to create your own, and what to do once you have determined a philosophy to use.
Hi everyone! It’s Laura back with this week’s video.
Finding the right nanny for your family is SO important! Nobody wants to settle for a nanny that they are any less than thrilled about.
It’s not always easy to find that perfect fit but there are some things you can do to increase the likelihood of finding a fantastic nanny.
In this week’s video, check out the tips and tricks that I personally use when looking for a nanny. I hope you find it useful and enjoy!
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Have you been actively looking for a nanny position but aren’t having any luck? You’re not alone, and the good news is that small adjustments can make a big difference. Below, we walk through the top ten reasons you might be struggling to land a nanny job and, more importantly, what to do about each one.
Benefits are one of the top issues nannies care about most when evaluating a position. Nannying is just like any other job. Nannies are professionals that expect to be treated as such, and the vast majority of nannies across America are looking for benefits in addition to their hourly rate.
Not sure what benefits to offer? We’ve got you covered. Below, we break down the benefits that are considered nanny industry standards. Parents, if you have been looking for a nanny and are disappointed with the candidates you are finding, make sure you are advertising not only an hourly rate but what benefits you are offering as well.
To check out the results of our 2023 Nanny Pay Rate Survey (which has some great information about benefits), click here.
Welcome to our series on the top seven issues nannies care about most.
It’s critical that parents understand these issues, as they can greatly impact your working relationship with your nanny and the quality of childcare your family receives. In this series, we dive into the mindset of a nanny to explore what matters most.
We’ll start with the topic of fair pay. This is a hot topic for nannies and differs depending on variables such as location, experience level, job duties, and many others.
P.S. If you haven’t checked out the results of our 2023 Nanny Pay Survey yet, click here.
