Asking about flexibility in schedule: How much is too much?

[Anonymous]

I work as a temp nanny as I am transitioning to another field. I typically work for multiple families to build around my academic schedule.

I interviewed with a family a few months back, and they just contacted me They are seeking a temp nanny while they await a daycare spot. Originally they needed care for the baby from 8 to 1 M-Th.
Now they are seeking care M-TH 7:30 to 6:00pm and Fridays 7:30-2:00pm.

I could do Tuesday- Friday from 7:30 to 5:00pm. I cannot do Monday as I have a temp family then.


Would it be to much to see if they have the flexibility for the Tuesday- Friday schedule?

[Anonymous]

I would see. No harm in asking.

[Anonymous]

True the worst they could say is no.

[Anonymous]

I would go ahead and ask, but they may prefer to just have someone who can cover all the days because it may just be easier for them in the hiring process to hire one nanny vs. two nannies.

However what do you have to lose?

I would at least ask them.

Good luck.