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[quote=Anonymous]If you're struggling to find decent candidates, and obviously you are, something about your package and your expectations are off. Are you asking for any housekeeping duties? If yes, and it is not child related, your rate is too low for this expectation.

Does your ad say anything about a "1 hour break"? That does not exist for nannies and the idea of going unpaid for your lunch, while still being unable to leave, and still being responsible for the child, is not attractive.

Is your tone condescending or demanding? A lot of parents write ads that are little more than a list of demands, forgetting to be polite, forgetting to speak to us like you would anyone else (don't call me nanny, use my name), and giving us no reason to be interested in your job.

Does your ad gush about how cute and easy and perfect your baby is? All kids are cute, all kids have challenges, and a parent who thinks their kid is perfect could spell trouble in the future.

I will also say that your expectations for a nanny, ie. legal to work, be paid legally, drive, speak fluent English, are slightly above average in this area. As you are experiencing, most candidates don't speak English, don't drive, and want to be paid cash. If everything else seems right, but you still aren't attracting candidates, then sorry but its your pay rate not being equal to your expectations.[/quote]

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