Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 17:34     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
OP, if you are lucky enough to find a real professional, any difficulties should be minimal, and she should know how to solve any issues that may come up. Good luck to you.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 17:13     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Well said.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 14:23     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
12:08.

No, I make it very clear that I'm a nanny and considered a domestic household employee. I'm my portfolio that I show during the interview, it has the IRS packet along with a sample contract, resume, references and a packet that includes samples of nanny logs, child friendly meals, activities etc that I do. My website has a brief overview of my qualifications, resume, childcare views and rates. I market myself well and if you can't afford me than you can't afford me.

It takes time and some luck but if u are professional than parents treat you that way.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 13:54     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
12:08, please share your thoughts about it, as you see it.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 12:08     Subject: Re:Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Its a disaster in the waiting to set up a nanny share and give the nanny carte blanche to do whatever. In a share, you have 2 sets of parents who may have different ideas on what is appropriate. One set may be fine with TV and the other set may not. One set may be no sugar and one set may be sending cookies. One parent may want to sign up for music class and the other parent may not. The parents in the share really need to sit down and see where they agree and where they don't. The nanny needs to be given more direction in a share or she will be caught in between the parents.

The logistics of two same age but not related kids is different. For safety, you should try to pick the house that is closer to kid safe activities like a park that isn't too big or easy to lose kids or a library.

The other thing to work out with the other parent is how to handle childcare when the kids are sick. In a single family nanny situation, the nanny comes in when the kids are sick. In shares, sometimes the parents follow the same rule and sometimes they agree to keep sick kids home.



I've been in three shares in which I provided the contract. I actually set the families up with each other since I have a better sense of what parenting styles will work well together. I've never had a problem with any of my shares and all the families thought my contact was fair.


How do you go about doing this? I've been in 2 shares and both times I found myself having to reconcile 2 different parenting approaches. I would love to organize the share myself!


I've found families looking for a cheap nanny on local mom groups than suggested a share. I explain the benefits and difficulties, provide a three page detailed contract with my website/portfolio and have an interview with each family separately then a second one together. Basically each family goes through me if issues arise, they don't normally talk to each other except for friendly conversations. I work as if I'm a daycare owner, if that makes sense. their parenting styles need to match mine and the hours are flexible within reason. i don't like the idea of two families ganging up on me for minor issues or dictating my rate/vacation etc. i am very reasonable with my benefits and responsibilities so everyone feels taken care of. i've never had issues with the way i handle things and feel its my responsibility as a business woman to stand up for myself. either party can leave if they dont like the situation.


Thanks for answering! When you go about it this way, do you have issues with people paying you as an employee vs. independent contractor?
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 11:24     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Bravo!
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 11:09     Subject: Re:Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Its a disaster in the waiting to set up a nanny share and give the nanny carte blanche to do whatever. In a share, you have 2 sets of parents who may have different ideas on what is appropriate. One set may be fine with TV and the other set may not. One set may be no sugar and one set may be sending cookies. One parent may want to sign up for music class and the other parent may not. The parents in the share really need to sit down and see where they agree and where they don't. The nanny needs to be given more direction in a share or she will be caught in between the parents.

The logistics of two same age but not related kids is different. For safety, you should try to pick the house that is closer to kid safe activities like a park that isn't too big or easy to lose kids or a library.

The other thing to work out with the other parent is how to handle childcare when the kids are sick. In a single family nanny situation, the nanny comes in when the kids are sick. In shares, sometimes the parents follow the same rule and sometimes they agree to keep sick kids home.



I've been in three shares in which I provided the contract. I actually set the families up with each other since I have a better sense of what parenting styles will work well together. I've never had a problem with any of my shares and all the families thought my contact was fair.


How do you go about doing this? I've been in 2 shares and both times I found myself having to reconcile 2 different parenting approaches. I would love to organize the share myself!


I've found families looking for a cheap nanny on local mom groups than suggested a share. I explain the benefits and difficulties, provide a three page detailed contract with my website/portfolio and have an interview with each family separately then a second one together. Basically each family goes through me if issues arise, they don't normally talk to each other except for friendly conversations. I work as if I'm a daycare owner, if that makes sense. their parenting styles need to match mine and the hours are flexible within reason. i don't like the idea of two families ganging up on me for minor issues or dictating my rate/vacation etc. i am very reasonable with my benefits and responsibilities so everyone feels taken care of. i've never had issues with the way i handle things and feel its my responsibility as a business woman to stand up for myself. either party can leave if they dont like the situation.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 10:55     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
It's not your job to be a family therapist. It's is your job to provide the best care that you know how, for the children.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 10:50     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
You simply share with the families how you do your work.
Anonymous
Post 02/01/2013 10:20     Subject: Re:Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Its a disaster in the waiting to set up a nanny share and give the nanny carte blanche to do whatever. In a share, you have 2 sets of parents who may have different ideas on what is appropriate. One set may be fine with TV and the other set may not. One set may be no sugar and one set may be sending cookies. One parent may want to sign up for music class and the other parent may not. The parents in the share really need to sit down and see where they agree and where they don't. The nanny needs to be given more direction in a share or she will be caught in between the parents.

The logistics of two same age but not related kids is different. For safety, you should try to pick the house that is closer to kid safe activities like a park that isn't too big or easy to lose kids or a library.

The other thing to work out with the other parent is how to handle childcare when the kids are sick. In a single family nanny situation, the nanny comes in when the kids are sick. In shares, sometimes the parents follow the same rule and sometimes they agree to keep sick kids home.



I've been in three shares in which I provided the contract. I actually set the families up with each other since I have a better sense of what parenting styles will work well together. I've never had a problem with any of my shares and all the families thought my contact was fair.


How do you go about doing this? I've been in 2 shares and both times I found myself having to reconcile 2 different parenting approaches. I would love to organize the share myself!
Anonymous
Post 01/31/2013 15:47     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
15:42 sounds like the voice of reason. Thanks for posting.
Anonymous
Post 01/31/2013 15:42     Subject: Re:Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Anonymous wrote:Its a disaster in the waiting to set up a nanny share and give the nanny carte blanche to do whatever. In a share, you have 2 sets of parents who may have different ideas on what is appropriate. One set may be fine with TV and the other set may not. One set may be no sugar and one set may be sending cookies. One parent may want to sign up for music class and the other parent may not. The parents in the share really need to sit down and see where they agree and where they don't. The nanny needs to be given more direction in a share or she will be caught in between the parents.

The logistics of two same age but not related kids is different. For safety, you should try to pick the house that is closer to kid safe activities like a park that isn't too big or easy to lose kids or a library.

The other thing to work out with the other parent is how to handle childcare when the kids are sick. In a single family nanny situation, the nanny comes in when the kids are sick. In shares, sometimes the parents follow the same rule and sometimes they agree to keep sick kids home.



I've been in three shares in which I provided the contract. I actually set the families up with each other since I have a better sense of what parenting styles will work well together. I've never had a problem with any of my shares and all the families thought my contact was fair.
Anonymous
Post 01/31/2013 13:37     Subject: Re:Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Unfortunately, the forum nazi woman has a steady routine of bashing and degrading anyone who dares to step out of line, as she sees fit. My sincere apologies to OP and others who are subjected to this kind of behavior.


You are not coming off as professional. You only come off as ignorant and offensive when you use a term like to nazi in the context of not getting to go wherever you want without question.
Anonymous
Post 01/31/2013 13:36     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Yes, 13:17, if you hire a bimbo, every day is a disaster waiting to happen. That's why most parents prefer to entrust their child to an experienced, mature adult with a keen sense of knowing what is best for the children.

From what I know, no professional nanny would EVER plop a child down in front of an idiot box or drag a child to a shopping mall. People can argue about that all day. Sorry.
Anonymous
Post 01/31/2013 13:18     Subject: Sample Nanny Share Contract?
Unfortunately, the forum nazi woman has a steady routine of bashing and degrading anyone who dares to step out of line, as she sees fit. My sincere apologies to OP and others who are subjected to this kind of behavior.