I know that illegals get 15/hr, so not sure what your standards are.

Anonymous wrote:OP is wrong and periodically loves to come here and rant about her particular views. There is no guarantee that you get what you pay for. There are many lazy and neglectful nannies making $20/hr and many hardworking and professional nannies making $16/hr. This is why it is necessary to understand the market rates in the area and price the job accordingly. The job sets the rate. Nanny jobs are more consistent than the humans doing those jobs.

Research will confirm this, but nanny rates in the DC area are $15-17/hr for one child, $16-18/hr for two children and $19+/hr for 3+. Share rates begin at $20/hr ($10 per family).

If parents want some specialized duties or qualifications above and beyond the standard nanny job, then they should expect to pay a higher rate. If a parent expects a PT nanny with an unusual schedule, they may need to pay a higher rate.

The most important things for parents to do is be decisive about what the job requirements are, research the market rates in their area, and interview and hire from the candidates who they will be believe will carry out their job requirements.

I agree with all of this.

If you're willing to compromise on significant issues of experience, fluency, or attentiveness you can pay less than $15/hr. But her post is exactly right.

Most of what OP posted is good. 90 day review with a raise Isn't really a standard in most places I've worked. Review? Yes. Access to benefits like vacation? Yes. Raise? Saved for 1 year

Anonymous wrote:OP is wrong and periodically loves to come here and rant about her particular views. There is no guarantee that you get what you pay for. There are many lazy and neglectful nannies making $20/hr and many hardworking and professional nannies making $16/hr. This is why it is necessary to understand the market rates in the area and price the job accordingly. The job sets the rate. Nanny jobs are more consistent than the humans doing those jobs.

Research will confirm this, but nanny rates in the DC area are $15-17/hr for one child, $16-18/hr for two children and $19+/hr for 3+. Share rates begin at $20/hr ($10 per family).

If parents want some specialized duties or qualifications above and beyond the standard nanny job, then they should expect to pay a higher rate. If a parent expects a PT nanny with an unusual schedule, they may need to pay a higher rate.

The most important things for parents to do is be decisive about what the job requirements are, research the market rates in their area, and interview and hire from the candidates who they will be believe will carry out their job requirements.

As evidenced by the first response to OP, you are grossly mistaken.

Furthermore, few good nannies would tolerate a control freak parent like you, unless of course you could afford a very high wage.

As to your market research, where is your proof?
Hint: That would copies of actual paychecks and/or stubs, or tax forms, not what your girlfriends tell you or the illegal wages advertised on care.com.

OP is wrong and periodically loves to come here and rant about her particular views. There is no guarantee that you get what you pay for. There are many lazy and neglectful nannies making $20/hr and many hardworking and professional nannies making $16/hr. This is why it is necessary to understand the market rates in the area and price the job accordingly. The job sets the rate. Nanny jobs are more consistent than the humans doing those jobs.

Research will confirm this, but nanny rates in the DC area are $15-17/hr for one child, $16-18/hr for two children and $19+/hr for 3+. Share rates begin at $20/hr ($10 per family).

If parents want some specialized duties or qualifications above and beyond the standard nanny job, then they should expect to pay a higher rate. If a parent expects a PT nanny with an unusual schedule, they may need to pay a higher rate.

The most important things for parents to do is be decisive about what the job requirements are, research the market rates in their area, and interview and hire from the candidates who they will be believe will carry out their job requirements.

Anonymous wrote:PEOPLE READING:

IGNORE THIS POST. IT WAS POSTED BY A BITTER OVERWORKED NANNY MAKING UP WHAT HER PERSONAL VIEWS ARE ON NANNY PAY AND DOES NOT REPRESENT WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE COMPETITIVE NANNY INDUSTRY.

Just put out an ad for $15-20/hr nanny. You'll be flooded with candidates who are legal to work, eager, fluent English, drives.

I expect more than a legal, eager, fluent English speaker who drives to care for my child! I want educated and experienced as well and am willing to pay more than $20 an hour for it.

Parents, this is the person who will be with your child every weekday for 8 to 10 hours a day. Why anyone would cut corners on child care is beyond me.

Isn't ten dollars an hour a little on the low side for anywhere in the U.S.?

Anonymous wrote:I have read so many different rates from various sources for Nannies.

As a mother I know you get what you pay for, as a professional Nanny I know what I am personally worth.

First as someone hiring a Nanny you NEED TO UNDERSTAND the prior sentence I just typed out. You get what you pay for.

If you are a professional nanny who knows what you are personally worth, then good for you. Go get what you are worth and you should be satisfied. Obviously your experiences and what is going on in the nanny industry is not agreeing with your views and that is why you feel the need to make this kind of post here.

PEOPLE READING:

IGNORE THIS POST. IT WAS POSTED BY A BITTER OVERWORKED NANNY MAKING UP WHAT HER PERSONAL VIEWS ARE ON NANNY PAY AND DOES NOT REPRESENT WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE COMPETITIVE NANNY INDUSTRY.

Just put out an ad for $15-20/hr nanny. You'll be flooded with candidates who are legal to work, eager, fluent English, drives.

Anonymous wrote:

Someone please call the White House to inform the President that his job is WAY easier than being a nanny.

It says most IMPORTANT job. I would not run for President, his job is insane. Maybe if those in power now had better care as children we would not be in the state we are in right now.

Most brilliant DCUM post of the day.
Just imagine how different our world would be if every child was respected and cherished with all the love there is to give.

Someone please call the White House to inform the President that his job is WAY easier than being a nanny.

It says most IMPORTANT job. I would not run for President, his job is insane. Maybe if those in power now had better care as children we would not be in the state we are in right now.

Anonymous wrote:Someone please call the White House to inform the President that his job is WAY easier than being a nanny.

He already knows his mother-in-law is the most amazing woman (after his wife) for raising his children through thick and thin.

Someone please call the White House to inform the President that his job is WAY easier than being a nanny.

I pretty much have to agree with OP. I'll add that not only is the care of a child the most important job in the world, it's often the HARDEST.

I have read so many different rates from various sources for Nannies.

As a mother I know you get what you pay for, as a professional Nanny I know what I am personally worth.

First as someone hiring a Nanny you NEED TO UNDERSTAND the prior sentence I just typed out. You get what you pay for. If you wish to hire someone to just sit around most of the time, (minimal direct contact/care for your child) then by all means pay them a low rate. If you are looking for quality care from someone with experience and education then you are going to pay them accordingly. Remember YOU are hiring someone to come into your home to help raise your child and teach them as well as help them develop physically, emotionally and mentally.

RATES BASED ON EXPERIENCE/AREA:

DC (In the city) Ranges from $15.00-$25.00 PER CHILD based on experience/education as well as age of the child. You pay more for infant care, usually.

Outside of the city (Suburbs of DC: Va/MD) Ranges anywhere from $10.00-$30.00 an hour per child. Again, it all depends on WHERE you live (cost of living etc) and the type of quality care you are looking for.

You should also be doing 90 day reviews with pay increase based on actual performance as well as benefits (paid vacation etc).

This is the MOST important job in the world. Treat it as such.