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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think some of you are just finding reasons why an educated nanny doesn't deserve more money. Maybe its not something you in particular value, but someone who has put in the time and work to achieve a degree should certainly see that reflected in their pay, just as they would in any other field that requires a modicum of expertise. No one is saying that a SAHM isn't skilled at raising children, however not all of them read mountains of books or did tons of research. They just kind of do it. There are amazing SAHMs and there are lazy unmotivated SAHMs just like anything else. A nanny who has taken the time and put in the effort to educate herself is more than likely quite driven and focused, not to mention passionate about her chosen field. It's not the degree, but what went into it that makes her a more valuable nanny. You can be willing to pay for that, or you can settle for the woman who you can't communicate with but will work for minimum wage. To each their own right?[/quote]

But this misses the whole point of this thread. "The $15/hr nanny" I also really don't want an educator or governess for my child. I have experience in child development. When my child was an infant, I had age appropriate toys and activities available. When she got older, she went to preschool for more formal learning. Like a PP, I needed someone with common sense, loving, kind, and a good work ethic. Our nanny was a legal immigrant with child care experience. She made $15-17 for one child, was paid legally, and had pretty standard benefits. She took wonderful care of our daughter and was a great partner in both child care and for helping our household run smoothly in general. (I work shift work, so she was only there three days a week, but also worked one or two evenings and overnights during the week.)

That's great if someone wants or needs your expertise and is willing to pay $20+/hr for it. But, it's kind of obnoxious to insinuate that those of who don't are automatically settling for an illegal, nonenglish speaking person and are paying them minimum wage.[/quote]

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