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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’ve always had-gasp-$15/hour nannies. I don’t live in DC, though.

My nannies have not been college educated or necessarily experienced as nannies (but they have been mothers who raised their own kids).

I don’t expect them to shop or prepare meals or be a household manager.

They do provide a stimulating environment, and organize the kids spaces and clean up after them. They put away the kids laundry (but I wash it).

They design the kids schedule and also research ideas for art projects and activities.

I’m just saying-there are wonderful nannies out there who are less expensive, but on paper they may not seem amazing. I guess I’m not sure why a college degree or grad degree is necessary for a nanny.

I just wanted someone loving and reliable, and that has been easy to find at what I can afford. They’ve also taught my kids a 2nd language and that is amazing too.[/quote]

Why is a college or grad degree necessary for any work? You gain experience and better understanding with most jobs when you are actually working hands on. Basically, some people value education and others don’t. [/quote]

I’m the PP. I value education but For a nanny it was not essential for our family. We actually use a nanny agency for back up care and while many of those nannies have degrees, I still prefer our “uneducated” nanny. [/quote]

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