Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:If the OP had a contract that stated the same notice required for both sides AND had a clause that states that early termination after notice meant that the rest would be paid as severance, this wouldn’t be an issue. However, when OP quit immediately, she terminated the contract, so they have no further obligations.

I found OP's post confusing, but if I got it straight I agree w/ this poster. OP terminated - not the employers. They simply decided they didn't need her to fill out the notice period she gave them.

True but still a crappy move.

But if the contract doesn’t require them to pay out severance for the extra time, then OP refused to work the rest, she’s not due anything. She’s the one that notice, then she decided that she would quit immediately instead of working 2 weeks. So unprofessional!

By the way, this is exactly why my contract reads that it’s the same notice period for both family and nanny, and they have the option to pay severance to make up any part of the notice period, so that I get paid for the full amount of time. Usually, it’s a 4 week period, and if they want to pay all four weeks instead of having me work, that’s their choice.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:If the OP had a contract that stated the same notice required for both sides AND had a clause that states that early termination after notice meant that the rest would be paid as severance, this wouldn’t be an issue. However, when OP quit immediately, she terminated the contract, so they have no further obligations.

I found OP's post confusing, but if I got it straight I agree w/ this poster. OP terminated - not the employers. They simply decided they didn't need her to fill out the notice period she gave them.

True but still a crappy move.

Anonymous wrote:If the OP had a contract that stated the same notice required for both sides AND had a clause that states that early termination after notice meant that the rest would be paid as severance, this wouldn’t be an issue. However, when OP quit immediately, she terminated the contract, so they have no further obligations.

I found OP's post confusing, but if I got it straight I agree w/ this poster. OP terminated - not the employers. They simply decided they didn't need her to fill out the notice period she gave them.

If the OP had a contract that stated the same notice required for both sides AND had a clause that states that early termination after notice meant that the rest would be paid as severance, this wouldn’t be an issue. However, when OP quit immediately, she terminated the contract, so they have no further obligations.

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry, OP. Yes, you are absolutely due payment until the end of your agreed upon date. And there is nothing you can do to make that happen. You could invoice them to have something in writing but that’s about it.

Karma will get them.

Apparently they didn't have an "agreed upon date" nanny said 4 weeks the family said 2 weeks so they didn't agree.
I suppose you could try and sue them but would it be worthwhile?

I’m sorry, OP. Yes, you are absolutely due payment until the end of your agreed upon date. And there is nothing you can do to make that happen. You could invoice them to have something in writing but that’s about it.

Karma will get them.

Go off into the sunset and think about your new job. You aren't going to get the money from them. Yes they screwed you and it is unfair but I've been a nanny for a long time. I've worked mostly amazing wonderful families but every now and then there's a rotten apple. Move up and move on.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It doesn't matter. You've left, you're not taking them to court, just move on. Parents are not taught how to be professional employers and they screw up all the time. Many nannies have only worked nanny jobs and don't know how to be professional employees. It doesn't matter at this point.

What?! Unless you’re hiring a child, then everyone knows what’s right and what’s wrong. You created a contract, all parties signed, your nanny adheres to the termination notice and you leave her hanging. The parents are jerks.

What does the contract say? Does it say you'll be given 4 weeks notice if terminated without cause, and paid for that time if they let you go earlier? Your OP is really confusing.

Sigh...

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It doesn't matter. You've left, you're not taking them to court, just move on. Parents are not taught how to be professional employers and they screw up all the time. Many nannies have only worked nanny jobs and don't know how to be professional employees. It doesn't matter at this point.

What?! Unless you’re hiring a child, then everyone knows what’s right and what’s wrong. You created a contract, all parties signed, your nanny adheres to the termination notice and you leave her hanging. The parents are jerks.

What does the contract say? Does it say you'll be given 4 weeks notice if terminated without cause, and paid for that time if they let you go earlier? Your OP is really confusing.

Anonymous wrote:It doesn't matter. You've left, you're not taking them to court, just move on. Parents are not taught how to be professional employers and they screw up all the time. Many nannies have only worked nanny jobs and don't know how to be professional employees. It doesn't matter at this point.

What?! Unless you’re hiring a child, then everyone knows what’s right and what’s wrong. You created a contract, all parties signed, your nanny adheres to the termination notice and you leave her hanging. The parents are jerks.

It doesn't matter. You've left, you're not taking them to court, just move on. Parents are not taught how to be professional employers and they screw up all the time. Many nannies have only worked nanny jobs and don't know how to be professional employees. It doesn't matter at this point.

Anonymous wrote:There's no guaranteed employment. Isn't your state at will?

Yes, but by signing a legal document you agreed to give the required notice. However, my question was would a nanny have agreed to continue to work for those 2 weeks or find that grounds for immediate termination of contract.

There's no guaranteed employment. Isn't your state at will?

I gave the required 4 weeks notice due to the family relocating further than I wanted to travel and securing a spot for daycare in a couple months- none of which was shared at the time of hire. My notice was for the end of May to be my last day and they are now terminating the contract 2 weeks early. I shared that typically, the nanny is paid through the end of her time that was given with her notice- actually in any employment relationship. The mother said they were not required to give notice only the terminating party, however, they are actually terminating the contract 2 weeks early. I’ve been warned by other nannies who go through agencies about dealing with family’s who use care.com. I have nannied for the last 9 years and I have never dealt with this. Her excuse is she doesn’t want to miss out on a nanny because she only needs short term care, when I’ve actually shared other nannies who were fine with starting June 1. It’s selfish and unprofessional, especially when I gave more than 30 days because I’m that type of person (learning lesson, won’t happen again). Anyway, I told them they are in breach of contract and at this point the contract is voided and I expect payment for services rendered, and will not continue. I don’t even care about the money, it’s the principal and you don’t treat people this way, especially the ones who take care of your child as if they were their own.

Has anyone ever been in this situation? Would you have continued for those 2 weeks? I don’t need them as a reference, we’re in a share and the other family has already helped me in securing a new position- they have been awesome and gave ample notice about their situation and we’re fine with me continuing with them.