Anonymous
07/10/2014 18:05
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
In your own job, if the work load lessens, does your employer ask you to do things outside your job description - like make him/her dinner or go and do his/her laundry? clean the company bathrooms? I doubt it.
Not laundry, because I am not an hourly domestic labor, but yes, absolutely, they saddle ppl up with other work. And if they don't it's a bad sign, because they may get rid of you alltogether. Greetings from the real world.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 17:45
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Nobody says "dearie" any more except old people.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 16:50
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
I see you have nothing to do at the moment. I'd like a Tall Java Chip Frap, no whip. Thanks, dearie.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 14:26
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
In your own job, if the work load lessens, does your employer ask you to do things outside your job description - like make him/her dinner or go and do his/her laundry? clean the company bathrooms? I doubt it.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 14:00
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
So when you pull your kids out of daycare for a week do you demand that the employees take out your trash on Tuesday and bring in the mail every day or else you won't pay to hold their spot? If your kids are in private school and you go on an extended spring holiday to Europe do you expect your tuition to be pro-rated since the teachers had one less student to deal with? Is this really so difficult a concept to grasp?
Anonymous
07/10/2014 13:51
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
I don't know how many times it has to be said, but here we go again: A nanny is paid for her time, including the time that you have effectively "booked," whether you use it or not. OP has not stated whether or not she guarantees hours, but if she does, how is this any different than the family being out of town? The children do not need care that week. Now, OP could choose to ask her nanny to complete other child related tasks, such as laundry, cleaning out closets, organizing games and toys, preparing lunches, etc. but clearly those tasks will not fill an entire week. Are you really prepared to risk your nanny over a decision that YOU made, OP? Your nanny didn't ask for this. She didn't sign them up for camp. How is it fair to now say, "well you're going to have to clean my house now, or lose a week's pay." Why the hell would she not look for a better employer?
Anonymous
07/10/2014 13:44
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
What's wrong with the attitude? I think expecting to be paid and not work is a wrong attitude. If there is paid vacation time in the contract then that week should count towards vacation, otherwise it's ridiculous to pay nanny to not show up.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 13:05
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
With that attitude you'll never keep a good nanny around.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 09:26
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
And you are welcome to scramble for a new nanny upon your arrival.
Welcome home.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 09:24
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
If nanny wants money these are the jobs the family is willing to pay for. As stated she can otherwise take a week off to relax but she won't be paid, no hard feelings. It's up to the nanny.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 09:03
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
If I were your nanny, I'd queitly do all of your ridiculous chores, then I'd replace your family ASAP. You chose to put your kids in camp for the week. You chose to wait until said week to deal with the nanny issue. You do not get to unilaterally change the nature of my job. If I wanted to sit around cleaning, running errands, getting oil changes, I'd have taken such a job, or better yet, I'd be doing it at my own damn house. You are out of your fucking mind to think what you have suggested will fly.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 05:54
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Why should the nanny be expected to agree to duties so far outside the realm of her regular responsbilities? OP made the decision to deprive the nanny of her ability to do her job that week so OP carries the burden of the expense.
Anonymous
07/10/2014 05:27
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Sure, I would.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
You can start with asking her to do some things pertaining to the home, but nothing too involved such as scrubbing toilets or mopping floors since many nannies may be put off doing any heavy-duty housecleaning.
Perhaps vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, dishes, taking out the trash/recycling, pet/plant care, drawer/closet organizing, laundry duties, ironing, bill paying.
Or you can ask her to run some household errands to make this week a little smoother for your family. I.e., grocery shopping, Costco shopping for supplies, pharmacy drop-off/pick-up, return library materials, take car to get washed and oil changed, dry cleaning, mail packages at the post office.
I am sure with two working parents and young children there is always something that needs to be done.
If your nanny is not comfortable doing any of the items I have listed, then she is welcome to take the week off, unpaid of course.
Anonymous
07/09/2014 18:23
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
"Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
For a whole week and for all day long I do not find it at all unreasonable that you would ask her to help with some chores such as organizing, cleaning toys, run errands, meal prep perhaps. No house cleaning though.
How do you fill an entire week, all day long with kid related busy work? OP needs to accept that the nanny will have some extra time off, or she can start adding duties unrelated to the children and royally piss off her nanny."
Sure some time. That doesn't mean the entire week though.
Anonymous wrote:
For a whole week and for all day long I do not find it at all unreasonable that you would ask her to help with some chores such as organizing, cleaning toys, run errands, meal prep perhaps. No house cleaning though.
How do you fill an entire week, all day long with kid related busy work? OP needs to accept that the nanny will have some extra time off, or she can start adding duties unrelated to the children and royally piss off her nanny."
Sure some time. That doesn't mean the entire week though.
Anonymous
07/09/2014 16:04
Subject: Kids in Summer Canp, what to do with Nanny?
Anonymous wrote:For a whole week and for all day long I do not find it at all unreasonable that you would ask her to help with some chores such as organizing, cleaning toys, run errands, meal prep perhaps. No house cleaning though.
How do you fill an entire week, all day long with kid related busy work? OP needs to accept that the nanny will have some extra time off, or she can start adding duties unrelated to the children and royally piss off her nanny.