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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are looking to hire a part-time nanny to become full-time in a few months. A few questions:

1. Normal to do a quick phone screen then meet in person at our home? Should we spend that time talking more about the job, seeing them interact with the baby, both?
[b]Do a phone screen followed by an in-person meeting that includes both job discussion and interaction with the baby.[/b]

2. Should we offer benefits (paid holidays and leave time) as soon as they start a part-time schedule or wait til it’s full time?
[b]I would start benefits immediately. If your nanny works 4 hours per day while part-time, then one day of PTO = 4 hours of leave.[/b]

3. Payment practices - seems like most prefer cash. We’d prefer to go above board but open to cash while part-time if it’s otherwise a dealbreaker. How to approach that conversation and word in a contract?
[b]By "cash" do you mean under the table? If you plan to pay under the table I would not put that into your contract since it is illegal...[/b]

4. Medical insurance - what is normally offered in terms of providing or paying toward a health insurance plan?
[b]This varies widely. Some offer nothing, some offer a stipend that the nanny can use toward her insurance (typically $150 - $300 per month), and others pay the entire premium.[/b]

Thanks![/quote][/quote]

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