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NannySharing.com is your exclusive guide to all things Nanny Share. Find the perfect childcare situation based on your unique lifestyle and budget!
NannySharing.com is your exclusive guide to all things Nanny Share. Find the perfect childcare situation based on your unique lifestyle and budget!
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Writing a job description puts you one step closer to finding the perfect nanny!
It's important to create a balance. You don't want to sift through hundreds of applicants because you were too vague, or get too few candidates because you were too specific. If you already have your share family, this is the perfect time to discuss everything you're looking for and work together to write the job description.
Some of the most important things to include are:
Your location
Ideal pay rate
Number of children
Required hours
Expected schedule / days per week
Living requirements (e.g. live-in or live-out)
Additional job responsibilities (e.g. housekeeping, meal prep, etc.)
Any required skills and certifications
And finally...a little bit about you!
This is the first time your potential nanny could meet you, so just be yourself!
Want some more tips? Check out this sample nanny job post!
Here are some basic questions you may want to ask another family if you're considering starting a nanny share with them. The perfect family is just an interview away!
Logistics:
Where do you live?
What's your work schedule like?
Do you often work late?
How old are your kids?
Are you planning on having more?
Have you had a nanny before? If so, why are you looking for a new one?
Have you participated in a nanny share before?
How long are looking to have a nanny share?
Where would you want the share to take place?
What would you like the hourly rate to be?
Family Philosophies:
What's your discipline style?
How would you want a nanny to discipline your kids?
What are your rules regarding technology?
Have your kids been vaccinated?
Are you offended by certain political beliefs?
Management Styles:
How would you handle a sick child?
When is a nanny considered too sick?
How would you like to communicate with each other as well as the nanny?
What kind of rules would you put in place for the nanny?
What issues would cause you to fire a nanny?
If we're using your house, has it been baby-proofed?
Personality Questions:
How would you describe your parenting style?
How would you describe yourselves?
How would others describe you?
What are your hobbies?
How do you handle conflict?
How can we support you if you have an issue with the nanny?
Do you have any reservations about starting a nanny share?
It's important to know if a nanny will be a good match for you and your share family. Here's a list of some great questions to help determine if this is the perfect nanny for you!
Helpful tip: It's best to have someone from each share family in the nanny interview - everyone needs to be happy to ensure it's mutually beneficial!
Logistics:
Where do they live?
What is their availability?
What is their ideal hourly rate?
Would they be able to stay late?
Have they been a nanny before?
Have they been a nanny in a nanny share before?
What age group do they have experience nannying?
Why did they leave their previous family?
Are they certified in first aid, CPR, etc.?
How long are they looking to be a part of the nanny share?
Are they comfortable moving between both share houses (if applicable)?
Personality Questions:
Why do they want to be a nanny?
Describe a situation that was challenging while they were a nanny. How did they handle with it?
Have they ever been late to work?
How would they describe themselves?
How would others describe them?
How do they handle conflict?
Job Scenerios:
How would they entertain the kids if it was raining, and watching TV wasn't an option?
If one of the children seemed sick, what would they do?
How would they deal with a child having a tantrum?
If both children were crying, how would they handle the situation?
Payroll is an essential part of hiring a nanny, and there are a variety of payroll services available to make your life easier!
What to look for in a Payroll Service
Reading online reviews before you choose a service is an excellent way to determine what kind of service you'll receive if you choose them. Here are some qualities to look for in a great payroll service:
Reliability - Look for a service with a reputation that is reliable, and always gets the employee payroll processed on time.
Accuracy - You'll want to choose a payroll service that doesn't make mistakes with taxes, and hours worked.
Customer Service - Payroll can get complicated, so you'll want a company that has friendly staff who are always happy to help if any issues were to arise.
Price - Look into the fees a company charges, and be aware if additional charges are required to file certain reports. It's important to take those into consideration when comparing the costs of different services.
Familiarity - Make sure the service is familiar with the different taxes associated with nannies, and that they have experience working with the complications associated with nanny shares. Nanny Lane has an excellent payroll service that's specifically designed to help families in a nanny share!
Why not just pay a nanny in cash?
While it could seen easier and tempting to just pay your nanny in cash, it is important to pay your nanny legally. This can cover your nanny's social security and unemployment insurance if you needed to lay them off unexpectedly. It can also give you a childcare tax break. It also provides your nanny with a documented income if they need to prove they have a job.
What do you need to provide to start using a payroll service for your nanny?
As the employer, you will need to provide:
Social security number
Contact information
Tax information (both federal and state specifics)
The nanny's compensation information
Bank account information
Marital status
As the employee, your nanny will need to provide:
Social security information
Contact information
Tax information (both federal and state specifics)
Bank account information (for direct deposit)
Your listing / profile acts like your resume when finding a family. This is the first impression your potential family will have of you, and you'll want them to get a feel for who you are to see if you're a good candidate for the position!
Some things to include:
Introduction -This doesn't need to be too long, but you can explain why you're interested in working with children, and what you're passionate about. This can be the perfect place to set you apart from other candidates!
Availability / Schedule - You should mention if you're looking for full-time or part-time work, if you have to leave by a certain time and can't stay late, if you're able to start as soon as possible or if you're only available after a certain date, as well as if you're looking for a short-term or long-term position. Being as specific as possible can ensure you're both on the same page from the beginning.
Experience - You can talk briefly about the previous childcare positions you've had that pertain to this position. What tasks did you perform? What age group did you work with?
Qualifications - If you have important certifications, it's great to include those (i.e. CPR, first aid, ECE, etc.).
Wage expectations - This is negotiable between you and the family, but it will give potential families an idea if they can afford your expectations.
Helpful tip: It's also a good idea to include a photo of you with your profile! Families are more likely to reach out if they know who they're talking to.
While families are looking for the perfect nanny, you're also looking for an excellent employer that will treat you well! Here are some important questions that you may want answered before accepting a potential job offer.
Where do they live? What would the commute be like?
What is the compensation for this position?
Are they expecting to be home late and require overtime frequently?
How would they like to handle a sick nanny?
Have they had a nanny before? If so, why are they looking for a new nanny?
Would they need the nanny to drive places? If so, will they provide a car?
What characteristics will their ideal nanny possess?
What is their parenting style?
Once you've found a perfect share family and a nanny, there are a couple things you'll need to organize before the arrangement can start.
Nanny Share Contract - This will be a written agreement between all parties. It's essential that everyone is on the same page in terms of expectations, hours needed, and compensation before the share commences.
Payroll Service - If you've decided to use a payroll service, you should get this organized beforehand so the nanny is paid fairly.
Trial Day - It's a good idea to have the nanny shadow the parents for a day, and learn any important tips the parents want them to know before starting, as well as give them a chance to get to know the children.
Schedule Check-ins - Set aside some time to meet with the nanny and share family to get caught up on how things are working so far. It's a great time to reflect on the arrangement, and ensure that everyone is feeling supported.
