Anonymous wrote:My husband and I are considering hiring our first nanny for when our baby is born in May.
I'm a SAHM and our kids have never had a real regular caregiver outside of a few random babysitters, but ,now we're thinking having another adult around to help out with the kids could be a huge asset and some stress relief.
We aren't looking for any household chores, just someone I could rely on to pass the kids over to when needed.
I would most likely be home 90% of the time to answer questions or be around for feedings, but at the same time we need someone who is capable of being independent.
We have a teenager, a school age kid, two toddlers, and the baby.
I know I don't have much of a job description, but is this even realistic? I think someone comfortable with baby care as well a being able to play with the little kids ( dolls, playground etc), as well as handle a teenager and maybe some driving would be good.
The other thing is if we go this route we would like to have someone start relatively soon before the baby is born, so everyone has time to adjust before the baby comes.

No, what you want is completely unrealistic.

Anonymous wrote:OP here again.

We might would consider someone late 20s, but don't think a college student would be a good fit for us.


Is it worth it to pay for a membership for Care.com? Did it increase your applicant pool?

I seem to be in a minority as I really like care.com. Just be aware it's only increasing your applicant pool, not your overall applicant quality. It's basically a specialized Craig's list, but, then, it's priced accordingly.

OP here again.

We might would consider someone late 20s, but don't think a college student would be a good fit for us.


Is it worth it to pay for a membership for Care.com? Did it increase your applicant pool?

Anonymous wrote:OP you need to let go of your age requirement. Your position will already be hard to fill, why make it harder? Honestly you will have better luck finding a young perhaps college student to take this job than an older established woman over 30. Someone over 30 needs full time work, and likely has the experience to demand a cushier gig than you're offering.

I would suggest against a college age young adult, but someone between 25 and 30 could work if they have a demeanor that is authoritative enough. I would agree with OP that a young 20 something and a teen don't work well together, but mid-to-late 20s can work out. I was 28 when I started working with a large family, oldest was 14 at that time.

OP you need to let go of your age requirement. Your position will already be hard to fill, why make it harder? Honestly you will have better luck finding a young perhaps college student to take this job than an older established woman over 30. Someone over 30 needs full time work, and likely has the experience to demand a cushier gig than you're offering.

Anonymous wrote:What's the max number of children nanny might be responsible for on her own? Would it ever be all of them? Would your teen help?

I frankly think it's overload for 99% of nannies. You want an exceptional nanny, so you need to offer an exceptional rate, $25-30/hr. I'd really like to know how even a parent could manage, and there's two high needs children in the family? A parent would most likely be winging it, one day at a time with lots of prayers.

If you find someone who can "manage" the children, I'd call it a day, and not expect any additional tasks. How often does housekeeping come?

Btw, I earn $25/hr for one very easy child.

Many nannies can "manage" 4 kids, even if one is an infant. Heck, even 5 kids with the 5th being a teen isn't terrible. OP can't afford $25-30/hour, and while she would get more candidates if she could offer that, it doesn't mean that she won't find someone if she offers $20/hour.

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Anonymous wrote:What's the max number of children nanny might be responsible for on her own? Would it ever be all of them? Would your teen help?

I frankly think it's overload for 99% of nannies. You want an exceptional nanny, so you need to offer an exceptional rate, $25-30/hr. I'd really like to know how even a parent could manage, and there's two high needs children in the family? A parent would most likely be winging it, one day at a time with lots of prayers.

If you find someone who can "manage" the children, I'd call it a day, and not expect any additional tasks. How often does housekeeping come?

Btw, I earn $25/hr for one very easy child.

We are doing a lot of winging it, and lately have been feeling very stressed ( me especially), we're floating the idea of a nanny to get some help for me and hopefully relieve some stress. I think the nanny ever having all children alone would be unlikely, but would like someone who could handle it if needed. I expect the the nanny would spend the majority of the time with the toddlers and school ager, the baby will mostly be with me early on, and the teen doesn't really need a nanny,but the nanny should be comfortable interacting with a teenager.
We aren't asking for housekeeping other than warming food for meals , making sure spills get wiped up and kids tidy up after themselves.
We don't have a housekeeper.
The most we can afford is $600 a week and that would be if we got 5 day a week help. For 3 days we would like to stick to $450.

I wish you luck. Just start the search and see who bites. It's the only way to know for sure.

Anonymous wrote:What's the max number of children nanny might be responsible for on her own? Would it ever be all of them? Would your teen help?

I frankly think it's overload for 99% of nannies. You want an exceptional nanny, so you need to offer an exceptional rate, $25-30/hr. I'd really like to know how even a parent could manage, and there's two high needs children in the family? A parent would most likely be winging it, one day at a time with lots of prayers.

If you find someone who can "manage" the children, I'd call it a day, and not expect any additional tasks. How often does housekeeping come?

Btw, I earn $25/hr for one very easy child.

We are doing a lot of winging it, and lately have been feeling very stressed ( me especially), we're floating the idea of a nanny to get some help for me and hopefully relieve some stress. I think the nanny ever having all children alone would be unlikely, but would like someone who could handle it if needed. I expect the the nanny would spend the majority of the time with the toddlers and school ager, the baby will mostly be with me early on, and the teen doesn't really need a nanny,but the nanny should be comfortable interacting with a teenager.
We aren't asking for housekeeping other than warming food for meals , making sure spills get wiped up and kids tidy up after themselves.
We don't have a housekeeper.
The most we can afford is $600 a week and that would be if we got 5 day a week help. For 3 days we would like to stick to $450.

Thank you will do.

What's the max number of children nanny might be responsible for on her own? Would it ever be all of them? Would your teen help?

I frankly think it's overload for 99% of nannies. You want an exceptional nanny, so you need to offer an exceptional rate, $25-30/hr. I'd really like to know how even a parent could manage, and there's two high needs children in the family? A parent would most likely be winging it, one day at a time with lots of prayers.

If you find someone who can "manage" the children, I'd call it a day, and not expect any additional tasks. How often does housekeeping come?

Btw, I earn $25/hr for one very easy child.

State the hourly pay, not the weekly pay. You want the nanny to do her own simple math.

Anything we should add or take out?

Good luck. It has sounded for a while like you were the OP from several threads in the Tween/Teen forum, and this clinched it. As I said before, for most people, this position will not be of interest, but for some, this could be great.

OP again we are also will run a full background check.

OP here, How is this job description?



Warm an active family seeking part time nanny for 5 children ages newborn, 2, 4,7, and 16.

Required hours are M/W/F noon to 7:00 pm each week with the exception of major holidays and family vacations.

We are offering a salary of $450 per week.

It is not required, but preference will be given to candidates that can work occasional morning and evening extended hours. An extended hour schedule will be provided and nanny will be compensated for additional hours worked outside of normal schedule.

Nanny should be at least 30 years of age with solid work experience caring for children of the ages listed and be able to provide 3 to 5 references.

Nanny should be able to drive possess an unrestricted license , and be able to provide proof of a clean driving record. We will provide a vehicle and seats for working hours. Nanny will be expected to pick up middle child from area preschool.

Housekeeping is not required, but nanny should be willing to serve prepared meals and wipe up spills, and supervise kids with clean up.

Nanny should have experience working with emotionally high needs children, positive discipline, and be open to learning management techniques from parents.
We also need someone who is able to run around in the backyard or playground, doesn't mind playing in mud, dressing up babydolls, building legos, helping with homework, or discussing Star Wars ad nauseum.

Nanny should be capable of working independently, but comfortable working with mother in the home, as the children's mother will be present.

We are looking to have nanny hired and working end of March, so we are all comfortable together before the arrival of our new baby in May.