How Do You Hire The Best Nanny?
Hiring a truly great nanny is every family’s goal. But how do you hire the best nanny? Families who take the necessary time to understand their family’s needs, thoroughly screen the nanny candidates and resist the urge to ‘settle’ on the less than ideal candidate report the best long term satisfaction with the employment arrangement. Ultimately, a family will spend less time on staffing when they staff right the first time! Don’t take Shortcuts! Hiring a nanny is an orderly process, and every step below is important. Don’t cheat and take shortcuts. You might live to regret not checking those references or writing up the work agreement. Define your needs. Start with a clear idea of what you are looking for. Include skills and characteristics of your ideal nanny, your scheduling needs, your budget, and the duties you expect the nanny to assume. Choose your recruiting method. Options include retaining a nanny agency (expect fees of 10 – 15% of nanny’s annual salary), using online nanny se
