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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have been interviewing nannies for our almost 2 year old, and have been quite surprised by the list of "demands," or expectations, we are hearing.  One specific issue that has been confusing to us is that nannies who are currently watching two or three children tell us that they are used to getting a certain salary, and want the same amount.  It seems a bit unusual to us that a nanny who is only caring for one child should expect the same salary as when caring for multiple children.  But we have not had a nanny before, and want to be fair, so we want to make sure we have a better sense of whether we are just off base, or whether some of these demands are, in fact, unreasonable.  We would appreciate insights into a number of different issues, including:

1)  Is it appropriate for a nanny to demand the same salary for one child as when caring for multiple children?

2)  What is the general hourly rate for nannies watching one child?

3)  What type of "benefits," if any, should a part-time nanny (30 hours or less) receive?  More specifically, is it the norm to request things like paid vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, gas reimbursement, or any other additional compensation above and beyond salary (which everyone seems to be requesting in cash)?

4)  What should we expect the nanny to do in addition to caring for our child?  For example, we interviewed one nanny and asked if she would make food for the baby.  She said she doesn't usually do that, but "supposed" she could.  We were a bit surprised that something like this would not be considered a normal part of her daily responsibility.

Thank you in advance for any information you can provide on these issues, or any other general advice regarding what is reasonable and expected in the area, as we continue our search.[/quote]
I find it very odd if "all" your applicants are requesting their pay in cash. Where are you advertising? And what details do you include?[/quote]

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