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[quote=Anonymous]I don't actually think this is that big a deal.  I think you can be straightforward in having met her before (you're currently a nanny for one of her families).

If you're not uncomfortable considering her as an employer then it is up to her if she is uncomfortable considering "stealing" you from a family she knows.  But honestly, she knows a gazillion families so she may have already thought about this scenario.  She didn't try to hire you away when you were in her office w/ the family so there's nothing underhanded on her part.  You're legitimately looking for another position - nothing underhanded there.

I wouldn't overthink it.  Go through the process, see if this is the right fit for you and her, and be honest about having met before.   I'm an MB and if I was interviewing someone who said they were looking for a new position because they needed to be paid fully and on time I would totally understand.

Getting a reference from your current family though is likely to be tough - regardless of who you're interviewing with.  You can't get a reference without them knowing your leaving, so that's tricky.  I would just not use them and explain to whomever you're interviewing with why they're not currently a reference.  As an MB (and someone who has hired a bunch of folks in my work setting also) I totally understand why it is tough to get references from current employers.  If your other references are good that's sufficient.  In fact, having met the pediatrician before and having made a positive impression then you're probably ahead of the game.

Good luck!![/quote]

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