Anonymous
01/09/2014 14:58
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:^^^ Ditto!!!
I lasted 3 months of being a 24/5 nanny. You truly give up your life! I yearned to go out at night, meet with friends, or go to the gym in the morning. My 2 year old charge would have frequent night terrors, so I would often be up most nights. Your job becomes all consuming. On weekends you go home, but Saturday is for staying in PJ's and sleeping all day. Sunday is for catching up on errands you missed out on. You get sad, no one wants to date you. Who can get or maintain a relationship only seeing each other 2 days a week?
The pay- Not worth it! It looks like a lot for a "nanny" job. But most of mine went for my rent & clothing, because I was expected to look the part of high-end nanny.
I posted at 17:39. it is worth it to the people who do not have to pay rent elsewhere, or only minimal rent. Also, we do not expect our nannies to wear Burberry or Chanel. If they want to shop off the clearance racks of Target, Old Navy, Macy's, etc. that's fine. We just want clothes to fit well, and be appropriate for where we're going. We have given clothing stipends to nannies who did not have appropriate attire for a vacation (she did not own a swimsuit or coverup, etc.).
Curious as to what kind of salary you pay for your nanny with the credentials you mentioned. I ask because I have similar credentials but work in nursing. Would a 24 hour nanny make more than a full time nursing job?
Anonymous
01/09/2014 14:00
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:^^^ Ditto!!!
I lasted 3 months of being a 24/5 nanny. You truly give up your life! I yearned to go out at night, meet with friends, or go to the gym in the morning. My 2 year old charge would have frequent night terrors, so I would often be up most nights. Your job becomes all consuming. On weekends you go home, but Saturday is for staying in PJ's and sleeping all day. Sunday is for catching up on errands you missed out on. You get sad, no one wants to date you. Who can get or maintain a relationship only seeing each other 2 days a week?
The pay- Not worth it! It looks like a lot for a "nanny" job. But most of mine went for my rent & clothing, because I was expected to look the part of high-end nanny.
I posted at 17:39. it is worth it to the people who do not have to pay rent elsewhere, or only minimal rent. Also, we do not expect our nannies to wear Burberry or Chanel. If they want to shop off the clearance racks of Target, Old Navy, Macy's, etc. that's fine. We just want clothes to fit well, and be appropriate for where we're going. We have given clothing stipends to nannies who did not have appropriate attire for a vacation (she did not own a swimsuit or coverup, etc.).
Anonymous
01/09/2014 13:35
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
^^^ Ditto!!!
I lasted 3 months of being a 24/5 nanny. You truly give up your life! I yearned to go out at night, meet with friends, or go to the gym in the morning. My 2 year old charge would have frequent night terrors, so I would often be up most nights. Your job becomes all consuming. On weekends you go home, but Saturday is for staying in PJ's and sleeping all day. Sunday is for catching up on errands you missed out on. You get sad, no one wants to date you. Who can get or maintain a relationship only seeing each other 2 days a week?
The pay- Not worth it! It looks like a lot for a "nanny" job. But most of mine went for my rent & clothing, because I was expected to look the part of high-end nanny.
I lasted 3 months of being a 24/5 nanny. You truly give up your life! I yearned to go out at night, meet with friends, or go to the gym in the morning. My 2 year old charge would have frequent night terrors, so I would often be up most nights. Your job becomes all consuming. On weekends you go home, but Saturday is for staying in PJ's and sleeping all day. Sunday is for catching up on errands you missed out on. You get sad, no one wants to date you. Who can get or maintain a relationship only seeing each other 2 days a week?
The pay- Not worth it! It looks like a lot for a "nanny" job. But most of mine went for my rent & clothing, because I was expected to look the part of high-end nanny.
Anonymous
01/09/2014 12:07
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
It just boggles my mind that people would want to be a 24 hour nanny....
Anonymous
01/09/2014 11:51
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Individuals who can afford 24hour nannies usually go through top agencies and often hire nannies with the best credentials/experience.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
Not true. I work with two very top agencies and to be placed with a 24 hour position, it is not mandatory that you have a BA/MA or speak a second language. These have nothing to do with 24 hour positions. Those are positions with high profile families that are looking for only the best.
Which two agencies? Because every agency that places for positions that pay above standard rates requires you to have a degree. The best agency in my city won't even look at a candidate without a degree. I find it hard to believe that any employer looking to hire and can afford a 24 hour nanny wouldn't require such a basic credential as a BA. The nanny is raising the child 24/5 or 24/6, I'd want the best money could buy and the rate you pay 24 hour nannies, you can definitely find multiple candidates.
Pavillilon Agency and British American Nanny Agency. Both place VERY high profile jobs. I interviewed for a 24/5 position a year ago in Bedford, NY with a very wealthy family and I don't have a masters degree or speak another language. I made it through 3 rounds of interviews, did the trial weekend but they ultimately ended up hiring the girl that lived closer to them (I was 3 1/2 hours away).
Curious, but you don't have a BA?
Anonymous
01/09/2014 10:00
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Individuals who can afford 24hour nannies usually go through top agencies and often hire nannies with the best credentials/experience.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
Not true. I work with two very top agencies and to be placed with a 24 hour position, it is not mandatory that you have a BA/MA or speak a second language. These have nothing to do with 24 hour positions. Those are positions with high profile families that are looking for only the best.
Which two agencies? Because every agency that places for positions that pay above standard rates requires you to have a degree. The best agency in my city won't even look at a candidate without a degree. I find it hard to believe that any employer looking to hire and can afford a 24 hour nanny wouldn't require such a basic credential as a BA. The nanny is raising the child 24/5 or 24/6, I'd want the best money could buy and the rate you pay 24 hour nannies, you can definitely find multiple candidates.
Pavillilon Agency and British American Nanny Agency. Both place VERY high profile jobs. I interviewed for a 24/5 position a year ago in Bedford, NY with a very wealthy family and I don't have a masters degree or speak another language. I made it through 3 rounds of interviews, did the trial weekend but they ultimately ended up hiring the girl that lived closer to them (I was 3 1/2 hours away).
Anonymous
01/09/2014 09:12
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Many of the wealthiest families that can afford the best 24hr nanny, do not want the best. I know many 24hr nannies that don't have degrees or tons of experience- there employers want a "yes, ma'am" usually foreign born nanny. Usually they will still get paid decently, like $80-90k.
Anonymous
01/09/2014 09:05
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Individuals who can afford 24hour nannies usually go through top agencies and often hire nannies with the best credentials/experience.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
Not true. I work with two very top agencies and to be placed with a 24 hour position, it is not mandatory that you have a BA/MA or speak a second language. These have nothing to do with 24 hour positions. Those are positions with high profile families that are looking for only the best.
Which two agencies? Because every agency that places for positions that pay above standard rates requires you to have a degree. The best agency in my city won't even look at a candidate without a degree. I find it hard to believe that any employer looking to hire and can afford a 24 hour nanny wouldn't require such a basic credential as a BA. The nanny is raising the child 24/5 or 24/6, I'd want the best money could buy and the rate you pay 24 hour nannies, you can definitely find multiple candidates.
Anonymous
01/09/2014 05:33
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:All the 24 hour jobs I've interviewed for were through top tier agencies and required me to have a degree.
I personally have a Master's Degree, about 10 years of nanny experience and excellent references. I speak Spanish fluently and can communicate in French. I've also traveled outside of the US quite extensively, which was always a plus when interviewing.
Do you know of any agencies in the DMV that specialize in these types of placements? I have BA, 15 years of experience, and have also travelled extensively internationally.
Anonymous
01/09/2014 00:51
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
All the 24 hour jobs I've interviewed for were through top tier agencies and required me to have a degree.
I personally have a Master's Degree, about 10 years of nanny experience and excellent references. I speak Spanish fluently and can communicate in French. I've also traveled outside of the US quite extensively, which was always a plus when interviewing.
I personally have a Master's Degree, about 10 years of nanny experience and excellent references. I speak Spanish fluently and can communicate in French. I've also traveled outside of the US quite extensively, which was always a plus when interviewing.
Anonymous
01/09/2014 00:47
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:We only hire nannies who are bi - if not tri - lingual. You must not get air or sea sick (or be able to pop a Dramamine or seaband and keep going). When we last had a 24-hour nanny (DH was traveling extensively and I was traveling for work on short notice and frequently), we had a woman who had a degree from CIA, was an RN, and had a BA in child psychology. She was truly more prepared and better able to care for the children than I was.
We are an active family and you must be in good shape to keep up. Not that we won't hire someone overweight because we will and have, but for example, DH took 4 kids plus the nanny to the pool. He brought the 2 youngest in a wagon and the two oldest rode their bikes. He decided to jog home, keeping pace with the training wheeled bikes and expected the nanny to keep up while pulling the wagon with toddlers crying about being left behind.
We prize someone who has no ego and will work well with others. I don't want to hear the nanny telling me the housekeeper is watching tv instead of ironing, for example.
I hope this gives you an idea of what my friends and I look for. Your "simple but experienced cook" gave me pause, but if we needed someone to fill a gap we would consider you on a temporary basis.
What did she charge you per hour?
Anonymous
01/09/2014 00:20
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Individuals who can afford 24hour nannies usually go through top agencies and often hire nannies with the best credentials/experience.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
Not true. I work with two very top agencies and to be placed with a 24 hour position, it is not mandatory that you have a BA/MA or speak a second language. These have nothing to do with 24 hour positions. Those are positions with high profile families that are looking for only the best.
Anonymous
01/08/2014 17:39
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
We only hire nannies who are bi - if not tri - lingual. You must not get air or sea sick (or be able to pop a Dramamine or seaband and keep going). When we last had a 24-hour nanny (DH was traveling extensively and I was traveling for work on short notice and frequently), we had a woman who had a degree from CIA, was an RN, and had a BA in child psychology. She was truly more prepared and better able to care for the children than I was.
We are an active family and you must be in good shape to keep up. Not that we won't hire someone overweight because we will and have, but for example, DH took 4 kids plus the nanny to the pool. He brought the 2 youngest in a wagon and the two oldest rode their bikes. He decided to jog home, keeping pace with the training wheeled bikes and expected the nanny to keep up while pulling the wagon with toddlers crying about being left behind.
We prize someone who has no ego and will work well with others. I don't want to hear the nanny telling me the housekeeper is watching tv instead of ironing, for example.
I hope this gives you an idea of what my friends and I look for. Your "simple but experienced cook" gave me pause, but if we needed someone to fill a gap we would consider you on a temporary basis.
We are an active family and you must be in good shape to keep up. Not that we won't hire someone overweight because we will and have, but for example, DH took 4 kids plus the nanny to the pool. He brought the 2 youngest in a wagon and the two oldest rode their bikes. He decided to jog home, keeping pace with the training wheeled bikes and expected the nanny to keep up while pulling the wagon with toddlers crying about being left behind.
We prize someone who has no ego and will work well with others. I don't want to hear the nanny telling me the housekeeper is watching tv instead of ironing, for example.
I hope this gives you an idea of what my friends and I look for. Your "simple but experienced cook" gave me pause, but if we needed someone to fill a gap we would consider you on a temporary basis.
Anonymous
01/08/2014 17:22
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Individuals who can afford 24hour nannies usually go through top agencies and often hire nannies with the best credentials/experience.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
This includes:
10+years experience
BA/MA in related field
Second language
All typical certifications, CPR etc
A special skill like musical instrument, horseback riding, sport
They won't pay top dollar for any run of the mill nanny nor would the agency place them with someone who didn't have those skills.
You could try going through a governess training to make up for not having a BA.
Anonymous
01/08/2014 16:58
Subject: S/O: How do I become a 24-hour nanny?
Reading the other thread got me thinking. I think I'd be great at this type of job (at least for a few years). How do you get started with this type of work? I have nannied for 7 years, infants through 9-year-olds. I don't have a degree, but did attend some college. I have worked with two sets of twins, have a thorough but uncredentialed knowledge of positive discipline, I am a simple but experienced cook and I have even made a completely sugar and grain free diet for one family. What else do I need to work toward to make myself marketable to this type of family?