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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Perfect example- this morning before I left for work, my nanny was outside playing with the kids on the patio. There were some leaves and dirt in the corner near her- and instead of just sitting and watching the kids play, she got the broom and dustpan and swept up the leaves. I know it was not in her job description, but her small act of thoughtfulness will make all our lives a little more pleasant. That is one of the reasons she has been with us for more than 3 years and I hope for much longer.[/quote]

That's wonderful that you and your nanny have such a great working relationship. The issue a lot of nannies have had, myself included, is when it doesn't matter how far above and beyond you go some employers don't notice or are never satisfied. An employer has a role to play in the equation (which it sounds like you do!) where they acknowledge a nanny's efforts and show their appreciation. I just left a job where I bent over backwards for nearly a year to please my boss, while they were constantly late, inconsiderate, and missed payroll 6 times. Our contract didn't lay out requirements for giving notice, so I gave 3 weeks and did a lot to give them a head start in finding someone new and training her. I've received no thanks, but have received a daily berating. In a lot of nanny jobs, this is what going above and beyond gets you. SQUAT[/quote]

Unfortunately, this nanny's experience is more the norm, than not. Maybe the appreciative parents should distinguish themselves in their job descriptions by saying:

"We are eager to show our appreciation for a job well done."

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