Nannying is a wonderful job! The experience you have varies from family to family and year to year. I’ve been nannying for seven years and love almost every second of it. This last year, in particular, has been amazing – I’ve worked with a fantastic set of families and their kiddos. I’ve found, however, that …
You’ve met with the family. The interview went great and they want you to be their nanny. You would be paid well and the job seems easy. While you’re negotiating the contract, they state that they need you to commit for 2 years. “I don’t know if I’ll even want to live in this area …
Student loans are starting to build up. Bills are beginning to accrue interest, and you’ve still got to pay off that cross-country trip you took six months ago. You need the money and are in dire need of a new nannying gig. As you pour over job listings, one thing is consistent: “Wanted: Long term …
“things have gotten out of hand with my girl … getting her to bed has become a nightmare…” “it’s a temper tantrum the whole time… it goes on and on. Two or three books are never enough… She goes from fine to temper tantrum in a second flat… she can never make up her mind… …
I often get asked about what a nanny does. “EVERYTHING!” many long-time nannies would shout, but in reality there is a broad spectrum in the number of responsibilities individual nannies offer, or services that families need. I usually respond by listing general childcare things, like feeding and playing with the kids. Then, I mention that …
