Nanny Christmas Gifts + Bonuses

[Anonymous]

I have worked full-time as a Nanny for a family since January ‘21.

I have cared for multiple children for less than a fair wage & always have gone above and beyond my basic duties in order to make the parent’s lives easier.
I love my charges and spent around $35 each to get them what they wanted for the holidays.

In return ~ I received nothing.
No personal Xmas gift or even a bonus.

I KNOW that these are all optional perks of what I do + are definitely not required.
I do not feel entitled yet admit I feel a little under appreciated by the lack of gesture.

How do I get over feeling disappointed??
Due to the already low pay scale ($15/HR for three kids), my family and friends are telling me not to return.
The family is on vacation visiting family out of state until 1/09 of next year.
They are encouraging me to give them three-week notice NOW and look for a new family.

Should I??!

[Anonymous]

In general, if you are underpaid and under appreciated you should look for a new job. Nannying is no different.

[Anonymous]

You won’t get over being disappointed. So yes, you should put in your notice and move on. If you stay you will just become resentful and bitter.

[Anonymous]

Why did you accept a job for less than a fair wage? And, why would you think you would get a holiday gift from people who already proved they will cut corners?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why did you accept a job for less than a fair wage? And, why would you think you would get a holiday gift from people who already proved they will cut corners?

Excellent point.

[Anonymous]

You find your new job first, and then you give the current parents whatever notice is convenient for you and your new employer.
These people are taking advantage of you. Enough is enough.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have worked full-time as a Nanny for a family since January ‘21.

I have cared for multiple children for less than a fair wage & always have gone above and beyond my basic duties in order to make the parent’s lives easier.
I love my charges and spent around $35 each to get them what they wanted for the holidays.

In return ~ I received nothing.
No personal Xmas gift or even a bonus.

I KNOW that these are all optional perks of what I do + are definitely not required.
I do not feel entitled yet admit I feel a little under appreciated by the lack of gesture.

How do I get over feeling disappointed??
Due to the already low pay scale ($15/HR for three kids), my family and friends are telling me not to return.
The family is on vacation visiting family out of state until 1/09 of next year.
They are encouraging me to give them three-week notice NOW and look for a new family.

Should I??!

This far, you've only wasted a year with them. Find a new job and quit. Trll them why and give no notice. Soo, for three kids you should be getting $30/hr.

[Anonymous]

Absolutely start looking for a new position. You’re underpaid and under appreciated.

Find another position and immediately give your two week notice.

[Anonymous]

You can realistically find a position with a 100% raise.

[Anonymous]

I'm so sorry to hear that from and what happened to you. I completely understand you. I have gone almost for the same situation in the past and it really hurt. The feeling that you never were appreciated by the family. Really sad. Knowing yourself that you have gave everything and getting nothing. Move on. The worst feeling you can have is keep working for a family who doesn't appreciate you at all. Move on. They don't deserve you. Good luck my friend finding a great family who really will appreciate you.

[Anonymous]

Where are you located? That will influence the wage.

If you're in DC, you can absolutely command a much higher wage (20 for one child). I just posted a part time job in the DC forum and we pay slightly more than that depending on experience. $30 for three kids is definitely not unreasonable!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you! You sound very sweet and deserving of better.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Where are you located? That will influence the wage.

If you're in DC, you can absolutely command a much higher wage (20 for one child). I just posted a part time job in the DC forum and we pay slightly more than that depending on experience. $30 for three kids is definitely not unreasonable!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you! You sound very sweet and deserving of better.

You only focused that she's not getting a fair wage. It's not only that. Read all her post very well. For a nanny it's very important to feel appreciated by their families. Not only with words. Actions for overall.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where are you located? That will influence the wage.

If you're in DC, you can absolutely command a much higher wage (20 for one child). I just posted a part time job in the DC forum and we pay slightly more than that depending on experience. $30 for three kids is definitely not unreasonable!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you! You sound very sweet and deserving of better.

You only focused that she's not getting a fair wage. It's not only that. Read all her post very well. For a nanny it's very important to feel appreciated by their families. Not only with words. Actions for overall.

In DC the going rate for 1 child is 25$. Don’t sell yourself short for 20$

[Anonymous]

$15/hour? Where are you and why would you work for that. McDonald’s literally pays more.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where are you located? That will influence the wage.

If you're in DC, you can absolutely command a much higher wage (20 for one child). I just posted a part time job in the DC forum and we pay slightly more than that depending on experience. $30 for three kids is definitely not unreasonable!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you! You sound very sweet and deserving of better.

You only focused that she's not getting a fair wage. It's not only that. Read all her post very well. For a nanny it's very important to feel appreciated by their families. Not only with words. Actions for overall.

In DC the going rate for 1 child is 25$. Don’t sell yourself short for 20$

The going rate is what someone is willing to pay you.