{"id":27616,"date":"2018-10-01T08:41:22","date_gmt":"2018-10-01T13:41:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mommybites.com\/newyork\/?p=27616"},"modified":"2021-02-08T14:12:27","modified_gmt":"2021-02-08T19:12:27","slug":"6-tips-for-hiring-the-right-nanny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mommybites.com\/newyork\/6-tips-for-hiring-the-right-nanny\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips for Hiring the Right Nanny"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Nannies are an invaluable resource for families with children.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

They are specialists who love and care for your kids in your absence and for many families, their nanny\u00a0is more than\u00a0just someone who works for them. Many times, nannies become a part of the family and are involved in the children\u2019s lives for years\u00a0to come,\u00a0well after their \u201cjob\u201d as a childcare specialist is completed.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to\u00a0hire a nanny, here are some important must-knows before you start the hiring process.<\/p>\n

Know a\u00a0nanny\u2019s primary role<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A\u00a0nanny\u2019s primary role is to oversee the well-being of your child while you are away. Nannies will generally prepare meals for the children, clean up the house after them, change diapers, play\u00a0and do activities or crafts with them, take them out for\u00a0special events\u00a0or outings, and more.<\/p>\n

There are also nannies that specialize in specific social or intellectual development and could be hired to help with potty training, language development,\u00a0or homework, in addition to their regular duties.<\/p>\n

Assess your needs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before\u00a0you start looking for a nanny to hire, consider what your exact needs and expectations are. What days and hours will you need care and what\u2019s your budget going to be? Next, make a list of what requirements you need your new nanny to possess.\u00a0Do you want someone that specializes in infant care? Perhaps you need someone that has a vehicle and\/or driver\u2019s license, so they can take the child to doctor\u2019s appointments or to other fun activities during the day.<\/p>\n

Be sure you are clear about what your \u201cmust-haves\u201d are versus the things that are nice to have, but not essential.<\/p>\n

Know what you can afford<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Childcare is expensive, and hiring a nanny is no exception. So, when you\u2019re looking to hire a nanny, look closely at your budget and what you can afford when it comes to wages, as well as the employment taxes and possible worker\u2019s compensation you need to pay for your nanny. Research what nannies are being paid in your area, so you can provide a competitive wage.<\/p>\n

If you cannot afford a full-time nanny, consider looking for someone part time or consider arranging a nanny share with another family you know. Nanny shares involve hiring a nanny that\u2019s willing to care for the children in two families, and the families split the cost to help make it more affordable.<\/p>\n

Know where to look<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Finding\u00a0the right nanny\u00a0for your family is an important, life-changing decision. So, where do you begin? You can choose to find a nanny on your own by reading ads online, or you can work with a reputable agency that is experienced in\u00a0matching\u00a0families and\u00a0screened\u00a0nannies. Whichever way you decide to go, be sure you plan on doing pre-screening and interviewing with the candidates, so you can get a feel for their personality and communication style.\u00a0It is very important to know if you connect with the person before you proceed.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve found your top candidate, pay for a background check to be sure you know about any history that could be a potential deal breaker\u00a0(agencies include this in their fees).\u00a0If the background check comes back clear,\u00a0consider doing a working interview with the\u00a0potential nanny\u00a0so you can see how they interact with the children and your kids respond.\u00a0Not only should they gel with you, but your kids should be able to bond and connect, too.<\/p>\n

Decide on a living arrangement<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Nannies can either live in the home with the family, or they can live off-site and travel to your home to provide nanny services. Before you decide which one is right for your family, look at the pros and cons of each arrangement. Live-in nannies\u00a0are provided\u00a0a private bedroom and receive room and board on top of their salary, not as part of the salary. Nannies that live in the home generally connect with the family and children faster and families can enjoy greater flexibility when things change, such as last-minute scheduling issues, weather delays, and more.<\/p>\n

Live out nannies generally have a more traditional employer and employee relationship and compatibility with the parents isn\u2019t emphasized as much, even though personalities and communication are still key because of the children involved. But, because the nanny will not be living in your home, it puts less pressure on the family to provide a separate living quarters for the nanny.<\/p>\n

Know\u00a0your employer responsibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Hiring\u00a0a nanny means that you will be hiring a household employee and that means you will become an employer. Understand what your responsibilities are when it comes to your role as an employer, including how to address wages, taxes, and HR laws.<\/p>\n

If you aren\u2019t sure where to begin, our team at\u00a0HomeWork Solutions<\/a>\u00a0is experienced in what taxes and laws you will need to follow. We will work with you to answer your questions and be sure that your nanny is paid properly with the right amount of taxes withheld each time.<\/p>\n

Next, be sure you and your nanny sit down and develop a work agreement that clearly outlines what your nanny\u2019s job responsibilities are, as well as any other important clauses you need to include that relates to employment, termination, paid days off, holidays, and more. A work agreement that clearly outlines everything related to the job will help you and your nanny avoid confusion later down the road.<\/p>\n

Hiring a nanny is an exciting process and something that should be approached with much research and attention to detail. Understanding the basics about what your role is as an employer as well as what requirements your nanny should have, will help make the process of finding and retaining a nanny easier.<\/p>\n

If the idea of managing payroll or withholding taxes makes you feel overwhelmed and underprepared, contact us at\u00a0HomeWork Solutions<\/a>\u00a0today. We will work with you one-on-one to answer your questions and make sure you have everything set up\u00a0correctly,\u00a0so your nanny can join your family seamlessly.<\/p>\n

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HomeWork\u00a0Solutions<\/a>\u00a0is the leader in household payroll and taxes with over 25 years of experience. Our concierge level service is extended to each of our clients and we are always happy to offer free consultations to help employers understand their obligations.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Like what you read? Also check out our latest\u00a0FREE online classes<\/a>,\u00a0parenting advice<\/a>,\u00a0jobs for moms<\/a>,\u00a0events<\/a>,\u00a0childcare listings<\/a>,\u00a0casting calls<\/a>\u00a0&\u00a0raffles,<\/a>\u00a0and our\u00a0Parents With Nannies Facebook group<\/a><\/strong><\/i>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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