"The Most DEDICATED & CARING Nannies"

Families often have little or no idea on what a nanny should do, what to pay her, what hours and days to expect a nanny to work, along with many other concerns. The Nanny Authority is dedicated to providing families with the best possible nanny for their needs, and many of these issues will be addressed more in-depth during the nanny selection process. For more information, view the Nanny Information page.

Salary and Payment
Families can expect to pay a salary ranging from $450-$1500 per week or more, depending upon experience, education and flexibility of the nanny. All salaries must be agreed upon between nanny and family, including gross and net pay,who pays taxes, health insurance, etc. The Nanny Authority will provide information about group health insurance. Many families contribute to or pay in full the cost of healthcare coverage. This is negotiated between the nanny and family.

What must I provide for the nanny?

• Private Room and Board
• Use of Vechile
• Home Environment Free of All Safety and Health Hazards
• Accurate Description of Duties and Responsibilities
• Paid Holidays
• 1 to 2 Weeks Paid Vacation Per Year

Transportation Expenses should also be discussed. Families pay for the nanny's airfare to their home if they are not local. Also, they must pay for the nanny's flight home after 1 year or more of employment.

Work Schedule
Families should expect a typical work schedule of Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday. All nannies are given 2 days off per week. Some families require alternative days off, and this should be discussed prior to the nanny accepting a job offer.

Hours
Families generally expect nannies to work 45-60 hours per week and additional hours should be compensated in time or money. Nannies should receive major holidays off with pay, and 1-2 weeks paid vacation per year. Usually vacations are taken after 6 months of employment at the employer's convenience.

1 Year Commitment
Nannies must commit to a minimum of one year. The Nanny Authority's staff will make a "welcome" call to each nanny and family within the first week of the nanny's arrival.

Health Insurance
Although it is not required, many families contribute toward the cost of the nanny's heath insurance and some families pay for it in full.

Open communication is a key factor in the success of each placement. Our detailed Terms of Employment agreement outlines all duties, responsibilities and expectations, and is credited in large part to our high success rate.

Nanny Responsibilities
A nanny's main responsibility is childcare. Daily tasks typically include:

Arranging Playdates Children's Laundry Help with homework Outings, activities, crafts

Reading Indoor Play Outdoor Play Carpooling

Bathing Feeding Dressing Entertainment

Light housekeeping chores can include:

• Laundry for children
• Keeping children's room organized, beds made
• Shopping and errands
• Emptying garbage
• Loading and unloading dishwasher
• Keep kitchen clean after meal preparation
• Tidying up after children, put toys away
• Keeping own bedroom/bathroom clean

All responsibilities should be mutually agreed upon before a nanny commences employment.