What It Takes

Nannies


A nanny's primary responsibility is child care. Typical tasks include:

  • Preparing meals for the children
  • Bathing
  • Tutoring/Assisting with schoolwork
  • Playing (small or large motor skill activities)
  • Communicate with families and teachers as needed

Some nanny positions include light housekeeping. Cleaning tasks can include:

  • Picking up children's bedrooms and playrooms
  • Doing children's laundry
  • Cleaning the nanny's room
  • Cleaning the kitchen after preparing children's meals

Some optional services a nanny might offer include:

  • Doing the family laundry
  • Loading and emptying dishwasher
  • Vacuuming
  • Shopping for groceries and other errands

What We Need

All responsibilities should be mutually agreed upon before a nanny commences employment.

A typical live-out work arrangement consists of a 5-day workweek of approximately 45-55 hours per week. Any overtime should be compensated as arranged prior to employment. A live-in nanny should be provided with room and board along with an appropriate salary. Usually the live-in nanny works longer hours, so the compensation is typically the same, or sometimes more than, a live-out nanny's salary.

All salaries should be discussed and arranged between the nanny and the family. The Help Company can help negotiate if need be. The salary should be discussed on a gross basis, and both the employer and the employee should report taxes. We can help you with that service. Transportation costs should also be discussed, as well as whether the nanny is to use her car or the family car.