It’s never easy when you need to cut your nanny’s hours, especially if you want to keep your nanny. When having the conversation with your nanny, make sure that she knows the reason behind the change, make sure that she knows that the change is not because of her performance. Remember how stressful it is to lose money or financial stability, but there are a few things that you can do to make this change in your nanny’s financial circumstances easier. Help her with finding a new family for full time or share care: The first thing that you can…
Nannies: 6 Dos and Don’ts for a Successful Nanny-Family Relationship
You’ve been hired as a nanny by a wonderful family. The children run to you when you arrive and cry when you leave. The parents trust you and praise your skill and wisdom. This is the nanny job of your dreams. A few mishaps can turn your idyllic world into a nightmare. However. If you want to build the best possible relationship with your nanny family, there are several things that you should always do and a few things that you should avoid like the plague. Do Respect Privacy I can not emphasize this enough. Please respect the private lives…
What to do if you can’t afford the Nanny you want
Perhaps the perfect nanny has years of experience, a degree in early childhood education and, disappointingly, is asking for a salary you can’t afford to pay. You may be surprised at what some candidates may accept; even if you can’t offer cash directly, there are other ways you can make sure the perfect nanny accepts your offer. Offer perks If you can’t afford to pay a candidate the salary that is commensurate with his or her experience, you can offer incentives to sweeten the deal. These bonuses might prevent the nanny from accepting a job offer from another family. Perks…
Proven Steps To Help You And Your Baby Transition To A Nanny When It’s Time To Go Back To Work
As soon as your maternity leave starts, you can almost hear the time ticking away. With every tiny smile and little yawn, your heart lurches as you think about the day when you’ll have to go back to work. You worry that your infant will miss you. You wonder whether your baby will get the best care while you’re gone. The truth is that the switch is probably much harder for you than for your little one. Leaving your baby for the first time may be one of the toughest things that you’ll do as a parent. However, taking some…
Nannies: How To Interview Like A Pro And Get The Job You Want
I can’t even tell you how many qualified nannies end up not getting a job that they want, simply because they flopped during an interview. Interviewing for a nanny position is a little different than interviewing for a corporate job. You’re expected to be reliable and professional. However, the interviewer will also be looking for a natural connection. The role that a nanny plays is much more complex than that of a typical employee. You’re part of the family, but you’re getting paid to do your tasks. Your responsibilities are similar to those of a parent, yet they’re different. Navigating…