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[quote=Anonymous]With a fair amount of vetting and luck, the first and only family that I’ve officially nannied for has always treated me kindly, respectfully, and like family (I’ve been invited to, and attended, all birthday parties, the occasional Easter Dinner, a couple of vacations, etc.). I was only full-time for about 2.5 years when the oldest was born, but when it came time to part ways (my choice to pursue a degree-related field), they were both understanding and accommodating.

Although I’m no longer full-time, I’ve been babysitting the kids on a regular basis 2 nights/week for the last 4ish years, even now as I pursue my doctoral studies. The kids spend the occasional weekend by me. I take them on day trips to the beach, zoo, gardens, etc. when I’m free. We go to see movies, plays, etc. And they’re close with the children of family friends whom I introduced them to, as well as my niece and nephew, whom the kids consider to be like their siblings. They also know, and have spent time with, all four of my siblings and my parents. Lots of love and friendship to go around and share! I’m grateful that their parents are chill, nice, and kind folks, and are always willing to accommodate my request to spend time with the kids outside of my work hours.

When I no longer babysit for them, be it by my choice, theirs, or the position coming to a natural close, I’ll still be able to hang out and chat with the kids freely. I’m also their designated guardian should anything happen to the parents.

So there are definitely lots of wonderful parents/families out there who treat their child’s/children’s nanny kindly, respectfully, and overall humanely, understand the importance of a continued relationship, and will support such, even after the position ends, in whatever capacity is agreeable to all parties involved.

So I hope you manage to come across a family like this in your next position OP. As well as anyone else who’s been burned by one or more employers before. It’s certainly a great experience to have! :)[/quote]

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