Is this a joke?

[Anonymous]

While this probably isn't going to draw top notch candidates, this might be ok for someone trying to get their foot in the door if being a nanny.

While I would not apply for this job, I have taken cuts in what I make if I feel the job is a good fit.

[Anonymous]

I live in nova and work in mclean. I am very picky when it comes to jobs. I want to work for nice down to earth people who treat me well. It's very hard to find around here. So yes I work for less to be able to do what I love with families I enjoy. I have a husband so I'm not the only one paying our bills.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:While this probably isn't going to draw top notch candidates, this might be ok for someone trying to get their foot in the door if being a nanny.

While I would not apply for this job, I have taken cuts in what I make if I feel the job is a good fit.

You're right. The rate would be fine for a brand new nanny. These parents have unrealistic expectations because they want the world, for very little money. An inexperienced nanny costs less because she is going to need some hand holding, may make some mistakes, and she isn't going to be able to clean your house AND properly care for your kid. I would bet money these parents will turn their nose up at the candidates they get at first precisely because they aren't top notch candidates. But for that, people, you need a top notch package, and $11/hour ain't it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The only joke here is that OP thinks she is so damn special that an $11/hr job is beneath her. Find me another industry where you can make even close to this much money and the ONLY requirement is that you have graduated high school. Oh wait, you won't, because it doesn't exist.
The nannies on these boards have some pretty over-inflated senses of self worth and, yes, entitlement.

Find me another industry where employers don't know what your job is, or should be. You may think it's my job is to be your nanny, but I'm sorry, you're too old to have a nanny. Time to grow up already and take care of your own dirty laundry, or get a housekeeper.
My job is children and their needs. Entitled you say? Indeed I am entitled to on-the-job work that corresponds with my job description, as mutually agreed, not your own evolving demands. Don't like my boundaries? Go ahead and fire my ass today so your kid can have yet another nanny tomorrow. The more upheaval, the better? How you love your child indeed.
What's that they say? Love is an action word, not just a feeling, so please act responsibly for your child's sake. I can always have a new job, but your child doesn't get to escape the longterm consequences of the severe trauma caused by so many severed relationships with primary caregivers.
You may research "early childhood trauma" if you wish to learn more. Feel free to pick and choose what suits you, but more importantly, please consider your child's basic needs rather than your own ever-changing whims. Thank you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:They will find someone but they probably won't get everything they want for that rate. She may not speak great English, she may not have tons of experience, she may not be a stellar employee, or she may simply need a job and will bail ASAP. Hopefully who ever they get quickly realizes how grossly underpaid they are, or that this family has a hell of a time finding someone and has to readjust their expectations. Its funny that PPs claim OP is entitled because she thinks $11/hour is below her. You know nothing about her. It very well may be below her. I'm sure you wouldn't work for $11/hour. What IS entitled is thinking you should get the most expensive luxury childcare for your precious snowflake, but you shouldn't have to pay what everyone else pays.

OP here
THANK YOU!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:They will find someone but they probably won't get everything they want for that rate. She may not speak great English, she may not have tons of experience, she may not be a stellar employee, or she may simply need a job and will bail ASAP. Hopefully who ever they get quickly realizes how grossly underpaid they are, or that this family has a hell of a time finding someone and has to readjust their expectations. Its funny that PPs claim OP is entitled because she thinks $11/hour is below her. You know nothing about her. It very well may be below her. I'm sure you wouldn't work for $11/hour. What IS entitled is thinking you should get the most expensive luxury childcare for your precious snowflake, but you shouldn't have to pay what everyone else pays.

OP here
THANK YOU!!

You got the validation you needed. Happy now ?

Problem is, PP makes no sense. If a nanny was qualified enough to find a high paying job, wouldn't she take that over this lower paying one? They will find someone who can't get a higher paying job because she has nothing being a HS diploma (just as stated in the requirements).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:They will find someone but they probably won't get everything they want for that rate. She may not speak great English, she may not have tons of experience, she may not be a stellar employee, or she may simply need a job and will bail ASAP. Hopefully who ever they get quickly realizes how grossly underpaid they are, or that this family has a hell of a time finding someone and has to readjust their expectations. Its funny that PPs claim OP is entitled because she thinks $11/hour is below her. You know nothing about her. It very well may be below her. I'm sure you wouldn't work for $11/hour. What IS entitled is thinking you should get the most expensive luxury childcare for your precious snowflake, but you shouldn't have to pay what everyone else pays.

OP here
THANK YOU!!

You got the validation you needed. Happy now ?

Problem is, PP makes no sense. If a nanny was qualified enough to find a high paying job, wouldn't she take that over this lower paying one? They will find someone who can't get a higher paying job because she has nothing being a HS diploma (just as stated in the requirements).

On the contrary, my dear, you are the one failing to make any sense here. Perhaps you should ask a nanny, or other educated professional, to assist you with your comprehension skills. Good luck to you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:They will find someone but they probably won't get everything they want for that rate. She may not speak great English, she may not have tons of experience, she may not be a stellar employee, or she may simply need a job and will bail ASAP. Hopefully who ever they get quickly realizes how grossly underpaid they are, or that this family has a hell of a time finding someone and has to readjust their expectations. Its funny that PPs claim OP is entitled because she thinks $11/hour is below her. You know nothing about her. It very well may be below her. I'm sure you wouldn't work for $11/hour. What IS entitled is thinking you should get the most expensive luxury childcare for your precious snowflake, but you shouldn't have to pay what everyone else pays.

OP here
THANK YOU!!

You got the validation you needed. Happy now ?

Problem is, PP makes no sense. If a nanny was qualified enough to find a high paying job, wouldn't she take that over this lower paying one? They will find someone who can't get a higher paying job because she has nothing being a HS diploma (just as stated in the requirements).

On the contrary, my dear, you are the one failing to make any sense here. Perhaps you should ask a nanny, or other educated professional, to assist you with your comprehension skills. Good luck to you.

A nanny is an educated profesional? Not the $11/hr nanny though, right?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:They will find someone but they probably won't get everything they want for that rate. She may not speak great English, she may not have tons of experience, she may not be a stellar employee, or she may simply need a job and will bail ASAP. Hopefully who ever they get quickly realizes how grossly underpaid they are, or that this family has a hell of a time finding someone and has to readjust their expectations. Its funny that PPs claim OP is entitled because she thinks $11/hour is below her. You know nothing about her. It very well may be below her. I'm sure you wouldn't work for $11/hour. What IS entitled is thinking you should get the most expensive luxury childcare for your precious snowflake, but you shouldn't have to pay what everyone else pays.

OP here
THANK YOU!!

You got the validation you needed. Happy now ?

Problem is, PP makes no sense. If a nanny was qualified enough to find a high paying job, wouldn't she take that over this lower paying one? They will find someone who can't get a higher paying job because she has nothing being a HS diploma (just as stated in the requirements).

On the contrary, my dear, you are the one failing to make any sense here. Perhaps you should ask a nanny, or other educated professional, to assist you with your comprehension skills. Good luck to you.

A nanny is an educated profesional? Not the $11/hr nanny though, right?

Don't act so dumb. You know there are minimum wage college-degreed workers, don't you? Hard to believe sometimes, but nevertheless still true.

[Anonymous]

This job pays better than this Care.com posting I just came across...

We are a young couple and excited about being first time parents. I also have experience as a nanny and babysitter before I was a teacher. I work in a preschool in Arlington, VA with a regular work schedule from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. We are looking for a nanny to take care of my baby son when he is 5 months old on a regular schedule for about 4 days a week from Monday to Thursday (40 hours). Payment would be in cash ($170/week). No cleaning, cooking, doing laundry and running errands.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This job pays better than this Care.com posting I just came across...

We are a young couple and excited about being first time parents. I also have experience as a nanny and babysitter before I was a teacher. I work in a preschool in Arlington, VA with a regular work schedule from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. We are looking for a nanny to take care of my baby son when he is 5 months old on a regular schedule for about 4 days a week from Monday to Thursday (40 hours). Payment would be in cash ($170/week). No cleaning, cooking, doing laundry and running errands.

They made a point of saying in cash which leads me to believe they're looking for someone who needs to work illegally. If that's what they want then they probably don't have trouble finding a candidate. You're not competing for the same jobs, you're competing for higher paying jobs that are aimed at legal, educated nannies. Just ignore the ads that don't apply and move along.

[Anonymous]

Many "nannies" with only a high school degree would be happy with this job. They wouldn't be able to make that much in other industries.

Show me a college education in ECE, First Aid/CPR training, ability to drive, loads of experience, great refs, fluent English, and then maybe i'll raise it to 15/hr if your lucky.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Many "nannies" with only a high school degree would be happy with this job. They wouldn't be able to make that much in other industries.

Show me a college education in ECE, First Aid/CPR training, ability to drive, loads of experience, great refs, fluent English, and then maybe i'll raise it to 15/hr if your lucky.

No thanks. I have most of the things on your list and make $20/hr, so I'll pass.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Many "nannies" with only a high school degree would be happy with this job. They wouldn't be able to make that much in other industries.

Show me a college education in ECE, First Aid/CPR training, ability to drive, loads of experience, great refs, fluent English, and then maybe i'll raise it to 15/hr if your lucky.

No thanks. I have most of the things on your list and make $20/hr, so I'll pass.

Lol right? Why would someone with all of those things bend over backwards to work for....you? I made $15/hour at my very first nanny job, as a 19 year, and the mom had to teach me how to change a diaper (I was putting them on backward). I would never work for less than $15, and I certainly wouldn't work for someone with the attitude that I'm "lucky" to work for them. No, bitch, you'd be the lucky one.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This job pays better than this Care.com posting I just came across...

We are a young couple and excited about being first time parents. I also have experience as a nanny and babysitter before I was a teacher. I work in a preschool in Arlington, VA with a regular work schedule from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. We are looking for a nanny to take care of my baby son when he is 5 months old on a regular schedule for about 4 days a week from Monday to Thursday (40 hours). Payment would be in cash ($170/week). No cleaning, cooking, doing laundry and running errands.

I make this in a day.

Moms like this need to stay home with their children or place them in daycare.