Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I would address how you determine OT. For example, if you work four ten hour days in a week, does the family need to pay you OT for two hours each of those days because you worked more than 8 hours? Or will you not be paid OT because you worked 40 hours in the week total?

Doesn't the law spell this out?

Why be so worried about the OT and just consider if what you are being paid seems fair to you and if you like the family enough then keep on working.

Why don't you want to be in compliance with the law? Shame on you.

I was the person who addressed the OT issue. I am a MB and not sure what the law says, but I would suggest addressing it to avoid an issue down the line.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I would address how you determine OT. For example, if you work four ten hour days in a week, does the family need to pay you OT for two hours each of those days because you worked more than 8 hours? Or will you not be paid OT because you worked 40 hours in the week total?

Doesn't the law spell this out?

Why be so worried about the OT and just consider if what you are being paid seems fair to you and if you like the family enough then keep on working.

Anonymous wrote:I would address how you determine OT. For example, if you work four ten hour days in a week, does the family need to pay you OT for two hours each of those days because you worked more than 8 hours? Or will you not be paid OT because you worked 40 hours in the week total?

Doesn't the law spell this out?

I would address how you determine OT. For example, if you work four ten hour days in a week, does the family need to pay you OT for two hours each of those days because you worked more than 8 hours? Or will you not be paid OT because you worked 40 hours in the week total?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Considering most nannies don't need a contract since we can COMMUNICATE effectively and work as a team with MB/DB just put whatever you want that you know you have trouble talking about (discipline, vacations, etc) or anything you will try to nickel and dime the family over later on.

Hmm....I read its a good idea to have a contract so everyone has a clear understanding....

Anything over 40hrs should be OT...thats a great one to add in.

I don't have a contract, have been working for my family for 3 years, and we have an immaculate understanding. I've never felt slighted or undermined, and I know my MB has never felt she wasn't getting her monies worth. I am paid weekly without fail, even when the family is overseas for a month, I confirm their travels with them and let them know if I will remain in the area or be unavailable incase their plans were to change. Etc, etc etc. You shouldn't need a contract to get common sense things done.

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Anonymous wrote:Considering most nannies don't need a contract since we can COMMUNICATE effectively and work as a team with MB/DB just put whatever you want that you know you have trouble talking about (discipline, vacations, etc) or anything you will try to nickel and dime the family over later on.

OP, please ignore this mean response.
This person is just trying to stir the pot & create an unhealthy debate.

That being said, you don't necessarily need a contract, but it's a good idea to have things in writing for clarity purposes only.

I wouldn't expect it to a legally-binding document by any way, shape or form.

Things to include:

• Hourly rate/OT
• Whether payment is to be paid weekly/bi-weekly
• No.# of annual paid vacation/sick days, if any.
• Household duties, if any.
• Requirements to keep CPR/First Aid + shots current.
• Gas/mileage reimbursement rate to be paid if applicable.
• House rules

Hope you find this useful.
Best of luck to you!

Anonymous wrote:Considering most nannies don't need a contract since we can COMMUNICATE effectively and work as a team with MB/DB just put whatever you want that you know you have trouble talking about (discipline, vacations, etc) or anything you will try to nickel and dime the family over later on.

Hmm....I read its a good idea to have a contract so everyone has a clear understanding....

Anything over 40hrs should be OT...thats a great one to add in.

Considering most nannies don't need a contract since we can COMMUNICATE effectively and work as a team with MB/DB just put whatever you want that you know you have trouble talking about (discipline, vacations, etc) or anything you will try to nickel and dime the family over later on.

Hi,

I am in the process of accepting a new position! I want to make sure I cover everything in my CONTRACT....this is all new to the family and I as well.....


So, for all of you what are good things to have in the contract?