Child-rearing was never meant to be carried out in isolation. Families often find themselves with a reduced support network, especially if they moved to a big city leaving their extended family behind. We want to ensure that the childcare arrangements we bring about work in the best interest of the children involved, aiming to support … Why work with a Nanny?
Above all, Nannies seek families who will not forget that Nannies are real, whole people. Nannies want to be helpful, and can best provide their much needed support when their emotional as well as practical work is acknowledged. Our job as agency is to help families and Nannies find a positive balance that allows all … What do Nannies look for in an employer?
A Nanny will provide high quality care and share the family’s mental and logistical load: you will have an entire other adult in the mix to help you keep your systems going and create space for you and your children to enjoy together.
We will book you in for a family consultation, during which we’ll discuss your needs in detail, help you translate them into a draft job description and understand what costs will be involved. Once you activate the search we will put you in touch with appropriate candidates and support you through interviews and negotiations. Once … How does searching for a Nanny via Extra Arms work?
We will consider all applicants with a minimum of two years experience and two childcare references, but the range goes all the way to 30 years of experience and in-home childcare specific training. Not all Nannies will be suited to all positions, but we believe there is a match for everyone.
Our Nannies will consider positions from 6 to 46 hours per week: depending on their circumstances they may be looking for part to full time work. Compensation will depend on factors such as experience, training, age and number of children in their care and other contextual variables, you should expect hourly rates in the range … What hours and compensation are Nannies looking for?
A Nanny will enter into a mid to long term working relationship with a family (3 months +) and become an integral part of the childcare dynamic. A Babysitter will provide warm, professional care on an occasional basis, remaining somewhat external to the childcare dynamic.
Sitters and Nannies usually prefer not to work on a split schedule. If you absolutely need your Sitter to take a break during the session, please consider offering to pay for those hours and/or offering meals, a place for them to sit and rest and anything that will make the split schedule possible.
Yes, provided you have informed your KiTa in the way they require.
As a rule, you should expect your Sitter to provide childcare only. Depending on the length of the shifts you have booked and the specifics of your situation, your Sitter may decide to offer additional support with small, child related household tasks.
