OP, I am sure they will be sad and disappointed that you will be leaving, but at the same time they also realize that you have a life of your own to live and as long as you didn't commit to them for a longer period of time, everything should be fine.

To ensure that things end smoothly and no bridges are burned in the process, the number one rule is to give as much notice as possible. Four weeks is enough time for them to find someone else and possibly have you train that new person too if you can.

Hopefully they can supply you with a good reference if you are going to continue your nanny career.

Good luck.

I'd let them know your life circumstances have changed and as a result you will regrettably be moving away from the area. Tell them this isn't something you fore-saw when they hired you and you hate to leave since they are such great employers. Offer 2-3 wks notice, and offer to extend up to 3-4 wks if needed.

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Anonymous wrote:10 months.

Why you want to leave them??

OP clearly stated that she is leaving the metro area.

OP, just be your sincere self when you tell them and they will know. Offer as much time as you can afford to but be careful about offering more than that. Sorry to hear you have to leave and I hope your next family is equally wonderful!

Anonymous wrote:10 months.

Why you want to leave them??

10 months.

How long have you been with them?

MB here. I'm sure that if you're genuinely sad they will believe you. Given them as much notice possible is a gracious way to ease the hit for them.

Do you have networks of other nannies or friends that you might know, so you could help them try to find a replacement?

Maybe, re the leave - you tell them that you can give them three weeks definitely, and maybe longer if they need it. Four weeks would really speak to me as an MB, as would six - but I don't think you have to go that far if it's a hardship for you. Also, a month should be plenty of time for them to find a replacement. But you could frame it as 3 weeks definitely and up to 4 if they haven't found someone yet, or the new nanny can't start right away.

These things happen, and I'm sure your employers will understand, even if they'll be sad to see you go and anxious about replacing you.

For a variety of personal reasons that have absolutely nothing to do with my nanny family, I need to give notice. I have never had to leave a job I loved before now. I have the best MB and DB I could ask for, and my nanny kid is truly a delight. I would stay with them forever if it was an option, but unfortunately it's time for me to leave the metro. I would give them 4 weeks (and could stretch it to 6 if they absolutely needed me to, but I'm not offering that right off the bat because it would be a financial hit for me). Is there anything else I can do or say to help them realize that they have been wonderful and I am genuinely grieving needing to leave?