How To Choose The Right Nanny

Choosing a nanny/babysitter is a big deal. Its not like the old days where you could just ask the next door neighbor’s daughter to come by and babysit after school. Things aren’t simple and easy like an 80’s TV sitcom. Now you have to worry about qualifications, capabilities, past history, etc.

First and foremost, you need to decide what characteristics you are looking for in a nanny. Think about education, training, past work experience, demeanor, personality, etc. Also, you need to decide what role she will play – will she be just a caretaker or a tutor, a cook, etc. Then you need to decide what days she should come and how many hours spent. If you work a 9-6 job, make sure she can come in at 8 and leave at 7. You should also make sure she has proper, reliable transportation to and from your home. If this person is going to be spending more time in your home than you will be, make sure you absolutely trust this person.

The first interview should be away from the home and just be the two of you. Make sure you have a list of questions you want to ask. This interview does not have to be too informal, it can occur over lunch. Keep it professional but friendly. If during your first meeting you decide that you like her, schedule a second interview in the home with your children. Pay attention to how she interacts with your children and what kind of demeanor she has. In today’s day and age, you never know what kind of person you are going to get. It might be good to screen nannies via a service or do a background check.

And just as a precaution, it may be a good idea to have some sort of surveillance system so you monitor what is going on in your home while you are at work.

Rachel Quach
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