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[quote=Anonymous]Hi,

I'm sorry if this is the wrong forum, but I have a question.

I have had au pairs for 7 years and I'm tiring of it. My kids are nearly 11 and 8.5. They are in school full time (8:30-3:30) and they visit their father after school for about 4 hrs, 3 days a week.

Primarily, I use my au pairs for morning prep before school (I can take over), driving to/from school, light chores related to kids, and care after school on the days the kids are with me (I am divorced). Once in a while, I might need help on a Saturday morning, but that's rare.

I was thinking of moving to a part-time sitter/nanny, who can drive, as well as take care of the house duties, and care for the kids the nights I am with them (so 4 hrs x 2 days a week).

What would a reasonable rate for this? I would provide a car for them to use, take care of the gas. How many hours to guarantee would be reasonable? I would think 15-20 hrs a week.
Where would you advertise for it?

Has anyone gone this route? I worry about tenure too...would this be attractive enough for a part time gig? Longevity wise, I would need at least 5 years until my oldest could drive...

Thanks!!
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