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[quote=Anonymous]7 months ago I started working part-time as a nanny for a lovely family. When I was hired, they knew I was in the process of applying for another part-time job, which is more related to my "career path" as a recent grad. I got that job too, and for the last 6 months have been balancing both part-time positions.

Last week I interviewed for a FT position with the "career" job, and just found out over the long weekend that I got it! I'm very excited to jump in and start really building my career. However, I now need to let the nanny family know, and I'm stressed out because I won't be able to give them as much notice as I was hoping to (2.5 weeks basically, although I can offer to continue coming 1 day/week for a few weeks after that as well). We book dates a month at a time and haven't booked for May yet, so I won't be cancelling any shifts that have already been booked thankfully.

I know they are out of town/contact until tonight, and I am not scheduled to be at their house until later this week. I'm thinking maybe I should ask if they are available for a phone call tonight so I can let them know now instead of waiting until I come in on Thursday. I recognize it's proper to give notice in person however, so I'm not sure what to do.

Basically, I feel guilty that I can't give them much notice, and like a jerk for bailing on their adorable children. However, I know my career comes first, and they also knew this would be happening eventually. What can I do to make this easier and less stressful for them, and how would you want to be informed based on the options I have presented? (Phone call tonight, or in person 3 days from now)

TIA!

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