Conducting a nanny search can be a stressful and daunting process. Finding a nanny for twins or triplets is even more challenging. When sourcing and recruiting for a family there are several screening issues that need to be addressed. As with any employment recruitment, it is important to assess the candidate’s commitment to past positions, [...]
As with any employment situation, there may come a time when an employer has to terminate their employment relationship with their nanny.. When an employer runs into difficulties with his/her nanny I try to encourage them to work through the issues especially if the employee has developed a positive relationship with the children. Generally the [...]
The Canadian federal government has proposed changes to the Live-in Caregiver Program. The Live-in Caregiver Program lets qualified individuals come to Canada as temporary workers to provide care for children, the elderly or disabled in private homes. If a live-in caregiver meets requirements, he or she can then apply for permanent residence in Canada after [...]
When considering hiring a live in nanny there are definite pros and cons you should consider.
You’ll find that there are some perks to having a childcare provider live with you. Though it’s not for everyone, if you’re considering a live-in nanny, here are the advantages
1.Having a live-in nanny is more affordable than one that [...]
Nannies who feel overworked and unappreciated usually don’t last. It is important to have consistent and reliable childcare as constant change can be very stressful and difficult for your family-especially your children. Because of this, it is often worthwhile to make an effort to address any reasonable concerns your nanny may have and make an [...]
The internet can be an effective venue to match families looking for childcare and nannies looking for work. Most families are honest and fair and are looking for the best care for their families. However, it is important to learn safe internet job search skills to protect yourself against possible dangers and scams.
Identity theft is [...]
In today’s busy world, parents are working harder than ever to meet their obligations. And as working parents, they want to feel confident that their children are receiving the best care possible. Children receive care in a variety of settings including their homes, the homes of neighbours or relatives, and family or group childcare settings.
Each [...]
Many parents become overwhelmed when recruiting and screening nannies. Often this leads them to rely on a stereotypical idea of what makes the perfect nanny. But even though Mary Poppins may seem to have a lot to offer, parents require more that a spoon full of sugar and a song to meet their expectations.
Although the [...]
How to communicate with your nanny
When we follow up with our clients and nannies once their employment relationship has begun sometimes there are problems to address in the first three to four months. The most prevalent problem I encounter is a break down in communication.
We always recommend that both our clients and nannies take a [...]
As in any employment situation, it is unprofessional for an employee to make too many personal phone calls while they are being paid to do a job.
Unfortunately it is often very difficult to know if your nanny is using the phone and employers often must rely on a somewhat unreliable source –their children.
This is a [...]
Often when we hire a new caregiver it is because there is a change in the dynamic of the family or your present nanny is resigning from the position.
This can be a very difficult time for the children especially if a new child is coming along.
Recently I received a call from one of my clients [...]
Nanny Sharing
About 20 years ago I was faced with a common dilema. How do I find safe, reliable care for my 7 month old baby girl. I called daycares and nanny agencies but was unsatisfied with the results.
I was shocked to find that the nanny agencies did not do criminal records checks and did [...]
How Much Should I Pay for Childcare?
People who work taking care of children receive a wide range of compensation. Some people earn as little as $35 per child per day, for day-homes, and some earn over $18 per hour, more than double minimum wage. As a parent, how do you decide how much you should [...]
Following the lead of Alberta and British Columbia, the province of Ontario has proposed a new law to protect nannies from exploitation by employment agencies. The legislation is an important step forward towards protecting nannies from being charged exorbitant fees by nanny agencies. In Alberta and British Columbia it is illegal for a Canadian nanny [...]
Today’s modern family is busy, hardworking and spread pretty thin. Many of us need some extra help now and then, especially when it comes to childcare. Finding the right nanny is one of the most important choices a family can make. Choosing the right person will benefit your children, the dynamic of your house and [...]
Working as a nanny is a tough job and keeping your kids full and happy with healthy food is a big part of that job. Being a vegetarian myself, I’m always looking for healthy, quick and yummy recipes. I thought I would share some of my favourites with you.
Hummus
Hummus is a blended dip made with [...]
It is a common question of job hunters: should I try to find a job on my own, or should I apply with a placement agency? And with any job hunt, the answer seems to be the same: it depends on the quality of the agency. This is true of nanny agencies in particular. There [...]
A Google search for “nannies” produces 16,500,000 results. It is, to say the least, quite an intimidating prospect to search for a nanny on the internet.
Most of the sites that result from this search are Agencies advertising their services.
They may offer valuable information but there are certain precautions that should be taken when navigating these [...]
Many parents become overwhelmed when recruiting and screening nannies. Often this leads them to rely on a stereotypical idea of what makes the perfect nanny. But even though Mary Poppins may seem to have a lot to offer, parents require more that a spoon full of sugar and a song to meet their expectations.
Although the [...]
In today’s busy world, parents are working harder than ever to meet their obligations. And as working parents, they want to feel confident that their children are receiving the best care possible. Children receive care in a variety of settings including their homes, the homes of neighbours or relatives, and family or group childcare settings.
Each [...]
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