by jobsfornannies | Mar 27, 2024 | Non classé, Nanny Industry Standards, Nanny Employer, Nanny Facts, Nanny Career, Nanny Recognition
Many families and agencies seem to think that if a nanny doesn’t work 6/12, 24/5 or 24/6, they are not working full time. They seem to think that 40-50 hours per week spread over 5 days is “part-time”… sorry but NO!!! A “Full-time”...
by jobsfornannies | Mar 15, 2024 | Nanny Recognition, Non classé, Nanny Contracts, Nanny Industry Standards, Nanny Employer
Nannies, you are legally entitled to overtime. A family who isn’t paying you overtime is taking advantage of you… Before signing your contract, check your local labor laws and make sure overtime pay is clearly outlined in your contract!
by jobsfornannies | Feb 18, 2024 | Non classé, Nanny Industry Standards, Nanny Employer, Nanny Recognition
Guaranteed hours are the set number of hours your nanny will be paid each week even if the family chooses not to use their services. Guaranteed hours are considered an industry standard benefit. With guaranteed hours, nannies can rely on a consistent paycheck, and...
by jobsfornannies | Feb 11, 2024 | Nanny Employer, Nanny Facts, Nanny Career, Non classé, Nanny Industry Standards
Here are 15 tips that will make you a great nanny employer! ✅ Be clear about your expectations ✅ Do not expect the nanny to clean up messes that happened while they were off the clock ✅ Make sure your nanny is not overworked and that they have some down time during...
by jobsfornannies | Feb 2, 2024 | Non classé, Nanny Industry Standards, Nanny Employer, Nanny Recognition
Unless a nanny can leave the house (without the kids), they are not on a “break”. When the children are napping, nannies are still responsible for them… so yes, nannies should still get paid during naps!
by jobsfornannies | Jan 22, 2024 | Non classé, Nanny Employer, Nanny Facts, Nanny Career
There are many reasons why a nanny chooses to terminate a relationship with their employers. If you are aware of the reasons, it may be easier to avoid them and help lengthen and strengthen your relationship with your nanny. Reason #1 is Salary and Tax issues (poor...