Anonymous
Post 08/12/2020 07:16     Subject: If the nanny babysits
OP, the law is clear that what you're describing would be considered work hours and therefore must be paid legally, at OT rates where applicable, subject to taxes and withholding, etc...

That said, this kind of time is often paid in cash, off the books.

On the very rare occasion we have done this we have paid off the books, but at the OT rate. But we don't ask our nanny to do regular date night type babysitting, primarily because of the expense. It's also overkill in terms of staffing because on a date night the job mainly consists of sitting around the house while the kids sleep.

And now - of course - there are no date nights so it's a moot issue for us. But I'm hoping to be in need of babysitters soon!!!!!!
Anonymous
Post 08/12/2020 02:32     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny of 10 years and it’s never been considered overtime.


Then you've been cheating yourself. All hours over 40 are overtime.


Babysitting is a different job than nannying.


If you are responsible for their children, THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE. I would fire you because you're too stupid to understand there is no difference!


Lol
Anonymous
Post 08/11/2020 10:34     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny of 10 years and it’s never been considered overtime.


Then you've been cheating yourself. All hours over 40 are overtime.


Babysitting is a different job than nannying.


If you are responsible for their children, THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE. I would fire you because you're too stupid to understand there is no difference!
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 22:05     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny of 10 years and it’s never been considered overtime.


Then you've been cheating yourself. All hours over 40 are overtime.


Babysitting is a different job than nannying.



Not for the regular nanny it isn’t.

And I promise you that not sticking up for your legal rights will never work in your favor.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 19:24     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Find a neighborhood sitter. Your kids will have a blast.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 19:07     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny of 10 years and it’s never been considered overtime.


Then you've been cheating yourself. All hours over 40 are overtime.


Babysitting is a different job than nannying.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 17:47     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:My employers aren't unscrupulous. They don't nickel and dime me and I gladly return the favor.


If they don't pay OT then, Yes, they are unscrupulous.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 17:46     Subject: If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny of 10 years and it’s never been considered overtime.


Then you've been cheating yourself. All hours over 40 are overtime.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 17:11     Subject: Re:If the nanny babysits
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/wages/backpay

Whether the nanny agrees at the time or not, the onus is on the employer. And the nanny has 2 years from pay date (3 if she can prove the employer knew it should be overtime) to file.



This is key, nannies. File against unscrupulous employers!


Not only am I the PP who posted, I’m also a nanny.

Most nannies won’t file if they have an agreement with their employer. However, employers should be aware that every (live-out) nanny COULD, even with a written agreement that there would be overtime. Also, live-in nannies in MD could too.
Anonymous
Post 08/10/2020 17:03     Subject: If the nanny babysits
My employers aren't unscrupulous. They don't nickel and dime me and I gladly return the favor.