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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don't think you can reasonably expect someone to be entertaining your elementary-aged kid 100% of the time, nor do I think it would be good for him/her.  When I have worked with kids that age, we would go on hikes, to museums, and festivals and other events.  If we were doing something just us then of course I was right there with them participating, BUT if we were hanging at the pool or at the local playground, I was NOT going to play with them the entire time.  The kid playing with his nanny has no reason to go introduce himself to the other kids.  I did my best to ensure there were other kids he knew, and then I would hang back so that he could practice his social skills.  And yes, sometimes while I'm hanging back I'm on my phone.

At the house, we would play board games and card games and I'd set up projects and activities and crafts.  But I would also excuse myself to go make dinner or fold laundry or just give him space to be bored so that he had time to read, build legos and just play alone, which is an important developmental skill.

I think you need to look for someone with a love of kids, a strong work ethic, and an understanding of child development and then trust them to know where the line is between hovering and helping.[/quote]

This is perfect! If we were still looking for a nanny, I would try to find you. I couldnt agree with this reasoning more.[/quote]

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