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Background Check Consent Form
Never leave a nanny or any caregiver alone with a child without doing a thorough pre-employment background check. You should be able to get a national criminal and sex offender background check with social security number verification, name alias search and address history all for under $50. NannyCare.com has partnered with backgroundchecks.com to offer you these services for a mere $19.95 (except...
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Emergency Form
It is essential that as parents you give your new nanny or caregiver important emergency information. They must be able to reach you at all times and they must know important numbers for relatives and neighbors in case of an emergency situation. They must also know doctor's names, phone numbers and addresses in case there is an accident and the child(ren) need medical care. NannyCare.co...
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Medical Release Form
Parents. Take the time to make sure you've dotted your i's and crossed your t's before the nanny starts. You want to know with certainty that your children will receive prompt medical attention if the need arises and they are not with you. Fill out this free printable medical release form and have peace of mind. For your protection, when filling out this medical release form, pleas...
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Nanny Contract
It is highly recommended that parents initiate a nanny contract (otherwise known as a nanny work agreement) with the nanny upon a conditional job offer. The nanny contract should cover basic issues such as: the days and hours the nanny will be working, the number of children the nanny will be caring for, all responsibilities related to the children as well as other duties, whether or not there a...
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Nanny Interview Tips
1. Interview and Observation Explore why this nanny wants to be a nanny. Has she been a nanny before? What makes her interested in your particular job vs. somebody else’s job. How does the nanny feel about working long hours? Being a full time nanny is much different from part time nanny responsibilities, babysitting or working at a pre-school/day care. Is the nanny genuine and sincere? Is she ...
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Orientation Questions
1.Does the nanny know how to get a hold of us at all times? 2. Did we write down the nannies hours? 3. Did we confirm the start date? 4. Did we negotiate pay? 5. Does the nanny know exactly what household duties are expected? 6. Did I give the nanny all of the emergency phone numbers needed? 7. Does the nanny know what time she is supposed to pick up the children from school? 8. Did I int...
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Questions To Ask A Family During An Interview
It is important for the nanny to ask their own questions so that they know enough information about the job. They will need to know the answers in order to decide if the job is a good fit. Here are some general questions that should be asked by the nanny: What hours will I be working? Is this a live-in or out job? Will you need me to stay extra hours? Will there be extra babysit...
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Reference Checking Tips
A nanny or babysitter should always provide you with at least 3 references that you can call and speak with. If they also provide you with the family's e-mail, make sure you get a chance to talk parent to parent since e-mails can be orchestrated. If they have less than a year or two of experience then they may only have 2 references. This may be sufficient since they are still building on the...
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Reviewing Safety Issues With Your Nanny
Alarm System-Do you have an alarm system? If you do then you need to go over exactly how it works with your new nanny or you may be getting a frantic phone call on her first day of work. Make sure she knows what to do in case of an emergency and if/when your nanny is supposed to set it herself. If the system has a panic button, make sure she knows exactly how to use it. Your best bet is to teach...
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Sample Interview Questions
Parents, you may also want to read the article titled "Interviewing Tips". This will help you get ready for the in-person interview. General Sample Interview Questions: 1. Why do you want to be a nanny vs. working at a preschool or day care? 2. What was your last childcare experience like, and why did it end? 3. What was your worst experience with a child and how did yo...
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