Tag: working with a nanny
As the year winds down, many nannies face a common question: how do you ask for a raise?
Advocating for yourself by requesting a raise can feel daunting, but with the right approach, you can have a productive and positive conversation with your nanny family.
Below, we walk through a step-by-step guide to make the process as smooth as possible, including example scripts you can adapt for your own situation. Let’s get started!
Hi everyone, Casey from Nanny Parent Connection back with a great pro tip for nannies and sitters that offer temporary care!
Today, we’re going to talk about an easy and free way for care providers to offer families a way to book their childcare services online.
If you’re a nanny or sitter looking to make scheduling effortless for both you and the families you work with, Google Calendar’s “Appointment Slots” feature could be the perfect solution for you!
Let’s dive into how this feature works, the benefits it offers, and how you can set it up to allow families to book time with you for temporary nanny services.
To get started, all you need is a Gmail account and access to Google Calendar.
Watch the video to find out how to set up this free tool!
Welcome back everyone! It’s Casey with Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video.
As pay rates for nannies in the Puget Sound region have continued to increase since the COVID pandemic, we started kicking around an interesting question.
Is Seattle now the most expensive market for nanny care in the United States?
In past years, cities like New York and San Francisco held the title for highest average nanny pay rates in the nation. But as our team and many of you have noticed, pay rates continue to march upwards in our region with no end in sight.
Our team spent the last three weeks researching historical data and speaking with nannies and child care agencies across America about nanny pay rates in their areas.
Watch the video to find out what we learned!
In this article, we’re diving into a topic that many families ask about: what is a mother’s helper and when should you consider hiring one?
We know that managing household chores and childcare can often feel overwhelming, especially for stay-at-home parents or parents working from home. Whether you’re juggling multiple children, facing a never-ending to-do list, or simply need some flexible part-time assistance, a mother’s helper might be the perfect solution for your family.
Below, we’ll explore what a mother’s helper does, the pros and cons of hiring one, and situations where having an extra set of hands can make a world of difference. Plus, we’ll provide some tips on how to find the right helper for your needs.
Let’s get started and find out how a mother’s helper can bring more ease and balance into your daily routine.
Hi everyone! It’s Laura from Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video.
Over the past year, our team has been approached by multiple nannies to discuss whether parents hiring a nanny or sitter should be background checked.
Several of these childcare providers shared some disturbing stories about sexual harassment, wage theft, and domestic violence that they had encountered.
While we have seen a few parents run background checks on themselves within our community, it is not common.
We reached out to several nanny agency partners from across the United States to get their take and heard a similar response: it is rare for parents to run background checks on themselves.
Should parents be background checked? Let’s explore the pros, cons and what our team recommends.
Watch the video to learn more!
At Nanny Parent Connection, we want to talk about a topic that’s super important but often overlooked — finding time to take breaks as a nanny.
One major reason it’s hard to take breaks is that a nanny’s schedule is unpredictable. Kids have a knack for needing something right when you think you can sit down. Nap times can be inconsistent, and emergencies or unexpected tasks can pop up out of nowhere.
Below, we dive into why it’s so challenging for child care providers to get those much-needed breaks, along with some strategies that might help.
Welcome back everyone! It’s Casey from Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video!
Today, let’s discuss nanny care for special needs children. Children with unique needs sometimes require a care provider with specialized training or unique experience.
Finding these care providers can feel daunting and like you are searching for a needle in a haystack.
But fret not, because we have some great tips to help you navigate this challenge. We hope you find this useful!
Watch the video to learn more!
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, Casey from Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video.
Thanks to COVID, virtual or online meetings have exploded in popularity.
Many nannies (and parents) prefer virtual nanny interviews instead of in-person meetings.
Today, let’s explore the pros and cons of virtual nanny interviews. While these virtual meetings offer convenience, they also come with their own set of considerations and one BIG drawback to keep in mind.
Let’s dive in!
Click the button below to watch and we hope you find this video helpful!
Let’s tackle a question we have heard more and more recently: do nannies need to purchase any type of insurance?
There is a lot of confusion out there on this topic. Below, we’ll explore the ins and outs of insurance for nannies, focusing on what types of coverage are essential and what might be optional extras.
(This article does not cover the types of insurance that families should consider purchasing if they employ a nanny.)
