Post for a nanny on this site

[Anonymous]

Has anyone actually ever gotten a response or, better yet, a nanny from a posting on this site??

[Anonymous]

If you haven't even gotten a response, there's something wrong with your ad.

[Anonymous]

I don't think so. I was just wondering if a page with just a huge, long list of ads on this type of website (which I think attracts the parents more than the nannies) is successful.

[Anonymous]

For what it's worth, I've only posted twice on here (once for a summer nanny gig and once for part-time work) and received a few responses each time. I'm guessing somebody who is looking for full-time work with a well-written ad would receive more replies.

[Anonymous]

Well to answer your question in reverse, I'm a nanny who found my full time job by answering an ad on this site. I've been with them for almost a year, and don't see myself going anywhere for a while. I only respond to ads that give me the info I need and that fit my criteria. I want to know how many hours you're offering, on the books, range of pay considered, and if basic benefits will be offered. I'm not going to waste my time if those things aren't made clear. A lot of parents make the mistake of posting an ad that is nothing more than a list of demands; "we want this this and this, do this this and this. Thanks." That's not attractive, and I avoid me me me types like the plague.

[Anonymous]

It will be the start if year three in February with my family. They found me here with a well written ad. I put time and effort in finding a good fit.

[Anonymous]

I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

[Anonymous]

Yes, this

Anonymous wrote:I only respond to ads that give me the info I need and that fit my criteria. I want to know how many hours you're offering, on the books, range of pay considered, and if basic benefits will be offered. I'm not going to waste my time if those things aren't made clear.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

But this is how most job postings are written, benefits and pay are discussed when the offer is extended.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

But this is how most job postings are written, benefits and pay are discussed when the offer is extended.

You're not some company that we know anything about. There are no givens in nanny compensation. I need to know upfront if interviewing is worth my time because there are SO MANY families with unreasonable expectations, wanting to pay cash, no PTO, no paid holidays, no sick time, etc. I need to know you're going to be a serious employer and are looking for serious candidates before I even consider applying.

[Anonymous]

I have found 4 families to share with from this board.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

But this is how most job postings are written, benefits and pay are discussed when the offer is extended.

You're not some company that we know anything about. There are no givens in nanny compensation. I need to know upfront if interviewing is worth my time because there are SO MANY families with unreasonable expectations, wanting to pay cash, no PTO, no paid holidays, no sick time, etc. I need to know you're going to be a serious employer and are looking for serious candidates before I even consider applying.

I guess there is self-selection; I'd stick with a standard ad. You come across as someone very demanding and entitled, glad you don't waste time of people with perfectly normal ads. I am happy you found employment, but personally would never select you as a candidate.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

But this is how most job postings are written, benefits and pay are discussed when the offer is extended.

You're not some company that we know anything about. There are no givens in nanny compensation. I need to know upfront if interviewing is worth my time because there are SO MANY families with unreasonable expectations, wanting to pay cash, no PTO, no paid holidays, no sick time, etc. I need to know you're going to be a serious employer and are looking for serious candidates before I even consider applying.

I guess there is self-selection; I'd stick with a standard ad. You come across as someone very demanding and entitled, glad you don't waste time of people with perfectly normal ads. I am happy you found employment, but personally would never select you as a candidate.

Yeah you're right. Expecting someone to make clear that they're offering a legitimate job before applying makes me so incredibly demanding and entitled A perfectly normal ad includes a basic description of the job. Given that there are no across the board standards in nanny positions, that basic description should include a salary range and the benefits you will be offering. If asking that much of a prospective family is just too much for you, then count me among your happily rejected candidates!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I agree with 7:16. A lot of the nanny posts are a long list of must do's. Not that I don't want to know what you want or need but there's often a better way to put it. And sometimes I think some of the items may be off putting to some nannies. I only reply to the ones I think I fit with.
And yes I found my current position on this site.

But this is how most job postings are written, benefits and pay are discussed when the offer is extended.

You're not some company that we know anything about. There are no givens in nanny compensation. I need to know upfront if interviewing is worth my time because there are SO MANY families with unreasonable expectations, wanting to pay cash, no PTO, no paid holidays, no sick time, etc. I need to know you're going to be a serious employer and are looking for serious candidates before I even consider applying.

I guess there is self-selection; I'd stick with a standard ad. You come across as someone very demanding and entitled, glad you don't waste time of people with perfectly normal ads. I am happy you found employment, but personally would never select you as a candidate.

Yeah you're right. Expecting someone to make clear that they're offering a legitimate job before applying makes me so incredibly demanding and entitled A perfectly normal ad includes a basic description of the job. Given that there are no across the board standards in nanny positions, that basic description should include a salary range and the benefits you will be offering. If asking that much of a prospective family is just too much for you, then count me among your happily rejected candidates!

Glad we are on the same page!