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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]13:08, how would you respond to the nanny who needs to leave before her hoped for tenure is finished (standard 2 wks notice)?[/quote]

[b]Depends on the reason why[/b], I suppose.  I've never had it happen.  If it were because of a medical emergency or something like that, which is outside the nanny's control, then I assume I would do the exact same things as long as I could do so truthfully.  In other words, if she is leaving suddenly because of a reason outside of her control, but the only way she could get another job is if I lied about that, then I would not lie to the other family.  Again, it has never happened so if you gave a concrete example that would be helpful.[/quote]

What if she simply decides she would like a different type of job? For example I work in a share. If I gave notice because I was tired of the extra stresses that come with a share, is that an okay reason? What if she'd just like to make more money? Let me preface this by saying, as a nanny I would never ask for quarterly references, but I have lost a few references along the way because a family gets mad that I move on. I think your whole "depends on the reason" line very much illustrates why a nanny might fear being screwed over if she quits. Her reason for leaving shouldn't matter, and she shouldn't have to give you one at all. So long as she is professional and gives you proper notice, whether you like it or not, you *should* give her an honest reference if called upon. If she was always on time, went above and beyond, loved and cared for your children well, and never gave you reason to complain, that doesn't change simply because she doesn't think you're as wonderful. Nannying doesn't provide traditional opportunities for growth beyond adding more children, potentially. Often when I leave a position before the end, its because I'm bored and would like new challenges, to learn new skills, and to increase my salary/benefits beyond the oh so generous $1/hour raise. Not exactly what you tell your boss upon quitting....and you guys will have an attitude no matter what. [/quote]

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