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[quote=Anonymous]With a live-in nanny, you avoid a lot of the initial start up that you encounter with an AP.  You also can find someone with verifiable references, cpr/first aid and the ability to stay over 2 years.  An experienced nanny doesn’t need you to make a list of what needs to happen everyday, and she also may be less inclined to follow instructions (depends on the nanny).  A nanny can work any schedule you and she negotiate, but you pay for whatever you negotiate.

With an AP, there’s a cultural exchange.  Your children can be introduced to or continue with a foreign language.  APs are 18-26, so they may be younger and more fit than a nanny (not always).  Because they have less experience, they’re also less set in their ways.  APs can work a maximum of 10 hours per day (9 for some agencies) and 45 hour per week.  You have to allow the AP to attend classes (just the 6 credits required by the program, although some APs elect to take more classes) and monthly meetings with the local AP coordinator and APs, even if it conflicts with the hours you need.  Regardless of number of hours, you are obligated to pay at least the minimum stipend per week ($195).

It all depends on what you want and need.[/quote]

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