Tag: how to find a nanny
Some parents don’t have the time to run a nanny search themselves and instead, rely on nanny agencies to handle the search, vetting, and placement process for their family.
How does this work? How much does it cost? How is a traditional agency different than what Nanny Parent Connection offers through our Concierge Service?
Let’s explore the world of nanny agencies and why you should seriously consider checking out Nanny Parent Connection’s Concierge Service.
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!
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!
Click the button below to watch.
Are you struggling to find the right nanny for your family? If your search is taking longer than expected, you’re not alone, and there are usually a few common reasons why.
Below, we walk through the top ten reasons families can’t find a nanny and the steps you can take to turbocharge your search.
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.
Did your nanny just quit? Or did you have to let them go?
First things first, don’t panic!
Below, we cover what you should do immediately after your nanny quits or if you have to let them go.
Pro Tip: Hand your nanny their last paycheck when they drop off your house key. Don’t withhold the final payment no matter how the relationship ended!
If you live in the Puget Sound region and need urgent child care, check out our Last Minute Care Service. Fill out a short form and your child care need is instantly sent via text message to over 400 nannies and sitters that provide temporary, back up care.
Summertime will be here before we know it, and both nannies and families are already starting to schedule child care for the summer.
For many families, finding summertime child care can be a STRUGGLE because there is so much competition for available nannies. Below are our top 10 tips for how to find a summertime nanny.
In this article we cover our top suggestions for finding a summertime nanny, so you and your family aren’t left scrambling as summer kicks off. We go over:
– When to start your search
– Decide how much you can afford
– Consider working with a college student
– Why a nanny share might be the best solution
…. and six other great tips that will help you find that dream summertime nanny!
The MOST important tip we can share with you is to start your search now (late April/early May) if you plan to hire a nanny in June.
Bringing a new nanny into your home is an exciting step, and how you welcome them in those first days sets the tone for everything that follows. A thoughtful onboarding process helps your nanny feel supported, prepared, and confident as they begin caring for your family. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to successfully onboard your nanny for a stress-free start to childcare.
Onboarding doesn’t have to be complicated, but a little intention goes a long way. Below, we cover the three areas we recommend focusing on: the house tour, the information binder, and the car and neighborhood tour.
A strong onboarding process is all about helping your new nanny feel supported and prepared as they begin working with your family. Specifically, it should cover:
– House Tour (how the nanny should enter your home, parking, cleaning supplies, WIFI, whether they can have snacks, etc.)
– Information Binder (daily schedule, a copy of the nanny contract, emergency contact info, medical release, child’s routines, allergy considerations, etc.)
– Car/Neighborhood Tour (showing the nanny local parks/activities, asking your nanny to drive to get a sense of their style, etc.)
If you aren’t currently a member of our community, we’d love to have you join. Nannies can join our community totally FREE and our Family/Parent memberships start at only $8.99/month!
A clear nanny contract is one of the most important tools for setting up a successful working relationship. In this guide, we walk you through everything you need to know about nanny contracts, including the pros and cons of having one in place and the key topics you’ll want to make sure your contract covers (such as sick policy, vaccinations, and compensation).
Pro tip: If you are not located in Washington state and need a contract, feel free to download ours and modify for your local and state laws!
Want to check out the contracts we offer? Click here. We also offer a contract specifically for nanny shares. Find that by clicking here.
