Frequently Asked Questions
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Applicant: Nanny FAQs
- What pre-qualifies me as a potential candidate for Nanny's USA?
- Will I be required to make a long-term commitment with Nanny's USA?
- How would I spend a typical day as a nanny with Nanny's USA?
- I am not a U.S. citizen. Will you help me relocate to the United States?
- Do you provide health insurance and other benefits?
- What can I expect during the application process?
- How much will I earn?
- Do I need a child care certificate or degree to be eligible to register with Nanny's USA?
- Will I have to pay a fee to register with Nanny's USA?
Q. What pre-qualifies me as a potential candidate for Nanny's USA?
A. We look for candidates with a background in childcare or child management and a natural, instinctive concern for all children.
Q. Will I be required to make a long-term commitment with Nanny's USA?
A. We ask for a minimum of a three year commitment. After placement, if you are unhappy, please let us know right away. We work hard to resolve any issues fast.
Q. How would I spend a typical day as a nanny with Nanny's USA?
A. Your nanny duties can range from diaper changing to bottle feeding to helping to put away the groceries. Always discuss the requirements with the family with whom you are placed.
Q. I am not a U.S. citizen. Will you help me relocate to the United States?
A. If we determine that you would benefit by receiving our help relocating to the United States, we may place you in a position. You may be responsible for paying your airfare to your job here. The family with whom you are placed may reimburse you after you have worked 90 days on the job and also provide you with your return ticket after the assignment is completed.
Q. Do you provide health insurance and other benefits?
A. You may elect to pay for health insurance through us. Please speak with your Placement Specialist for the details on pricing and coverage.
Q. What can I expect during the application process?
A. Please see our Applicant Placement Process section for more details.
Q. How much will I earn?
A. Based on experience, the income of a full-time Nanny's USA's nanny ranges from $400 - $1,500 per week. Part-time rates vary.
Q. Do I need a child care certificate or degree to be eligible to register with Nanny's USA?
A. We welcome applicants with relevant degrees or certificates such as Baby Nurse Certifications approved and accepted by Nanny’s USA. However, most important, is your positive attitude, a genuine love for children, and at least one (3) year of experience in the field. If you are new to the industry we have a partner organization that can provide on -site training in the field of Nanny and Baby Nurse. Please contact our corporate office for detailed information.
Q. Will I have to pay a fee to register with Nanny's USA?
A. No. Our service is free to all prospective candidates.
Client/ Clientele FAQs
1. What is Nanny Sharing and how does it work?
2. What is the difference between a nanny and an au pair?
3. Can a foreign nanny legally work in the United States?
4. How can a family help the foreign applicant obtain work authorization?
5. Do I need to obtain insurance when I hire a nanny?
6. Is there a guideline for wages that are appropriate for nannies?
7. Are Nanny's USA's nannies experienced in their field?
8. Are candidates flexible with regard to schedule?
9. What living accommodations must I provide?
10. How do you find your candidates?
11. How long does the process take?
12. How are the candidates screened?
13. Must I provide a vehicle for my employee?
14. If an employee uses her own car for transporting the family's children, is the family required to pay for her/his gas or mileage?
15. Is it mandatory for a family to provide health insurance for their employee?
16. What is a nanny's primary responsibility?
17. Can we include housekeeping as a part of our nanny's tasks?
18. What are some of the specific work history backgrounds, concerning childcare, of the nannies you provide?
Q. What is Nanny Sharing and how does it work?
A. "Nanny Sharing" is when two families share the services of a single nanny. This situation works best when both parties:
- have children approximately the same age;
- are in agreement that having a nanny is the best option for childcare;
- and have compatible work hours and child rearing philosophies, such as how to discipline children and share similar dietary habits.
Often referred to as better than "daycare," a "Share Nanny" offers flexibility along with the highest quality standard of childcare. By participating in this program, both families are able to spend more valuable family time together.
Q. What is the difference between a Nanny and an au pair?
A. According to The International Nanny Association (INA), a nanny is an individual employed by a family to undertake all tasks related to the care of children on either a live-in or live-out basis. Nannies work unsupervised and full-time at 40-60 hours per week.
A young foreign student on a cultural exchange program entering this country on a J-4 visa is called an "au pair." Au pairs have limited childcare experience and their work limited at 45 hours a week. Contact us for more information.
Q. Can a foreign nanny legally work in the United States?
A. Yes. In the United States, a family may legally hire a U.S. citizen, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien with a valid work permit.
Q. How can a family help the foreign applicant obtain work authorization?
A. Unfortunately, is extremely difficult as this process can take from many months to many years.
Q. Do I need to obtain insurance when I hire a nanny?
A. Contact the following agencies prior to hiring one of our nannies:
Payroll Assistance, Nanny Insurance and Health Insurance Rates and Information
Breed Love & Associates: 1-888-BREEDLOVE.
Workers Compensation Insurance: Please discuss your insurance needs with an agent licensed in your state. Determine that the agent understands you are employing a domestic worker in your private residence.
Automobile Insurance
Please discuss your insurance needs with an agent licensed in your state. Additional coverage may be required if the nanny drives your personal vehicle. The nanny's age may affect rates.
Q. Is there a guideline for wages that are appropriate for nannies?
A. Nannies with newborns earn more than nannies with older children. Wage increases are usually between 5-10% , OR no less than $50 more per week. According to nanny surveys, failure to recognize the additional responsibilities with a reward of a wage increase is the number one cause of job dissatisfaction and nanny turnover!
Q. Are Nanny's USA's nannies experienced in their field?
A. Most of candidates have a minimum of two years experience in their respective fields. However, we will consider applicants who are new to the industry and have qualities and skills that complement the position for which they are applying. They must, however, be willing to undergo training through our partner organization which is recognized, approved, and licensed by the New York State Education Department.
Q: Are your candidates flexible with regard to schedule?
A. We require our candidates to work a minimum of 20 hours. Some seek part-time, full time, live-in, live-out, exclusively weekends, and even summer placement.
Q: What living accommodations am I responsible to provide?
A. Live-in positions will require five (5) or seven (7) days of live-in accommodations. This is defined as a private bedroom, and preferably, a private bathroom. You are not required to provide accommodations for live-out positions.
Q: How do you find your candidates?
A. We use experienced, professional recruiters who specialize in finding the most qualified, highly- skilled candidates.
Q. How long does the process take?
A. We can frequently locate the appropriate candidate immediately; however, providing us with at least one to two months advance notice is ideal.
Q. How are the candidates screened?
A. Nanny's USA provides the most extensive screening process in the industry and involves personal interviews, clearing work histories with previous employers, criminal and driving background checks, and even a Social Security number verification.
Q: Must I provide a vehicle for my employee?
A. Yes, families are required to provide a vehicle for their employee, although rare, the employee may bring her own car. Each situation is different, so please speak to your Nanny's USA Placement Specialist for clarification.
Q. If an employee uses her own car for transporting the family's children, would the family be required to pay for her/his gas or mileage?
A. Yes. Full reimbursement of gas or mileage must be provided by employer.
Q. Is it mandatory for a family to provide health insurance for their employee?
A. Although it is not a mandated requirement, many families do contribute towards their employee’s health insurance and some employers even pay for it in full. Please speak with your Nanny's USA Placement Specialist when you are at the hiring stage.
Q. What is a nanny's primary responsibility?
A. A nanny's primary responsibility is childcare. This also includes helping your child with their homework, taking them on outings and field trips, orchestrating and participating in creative activities, doing laundry for the children, handling bottle preparations, preparing simple meals, and supervising all indoor and outdoor play.
Q. Can we include housekeeping as a part of our nanny's tasks?
A. If you would like to add housekeeping as one of the nanny's duties, consider increasing their salary as compensation and also discuss this aspect with your nanny in advance. Keep in mind that the additional task of housekeeping will affect the amount of time your nanny can devote to childcare.
Q. What are some of your nannies specific work history backgrounds, concerning childcare?
A. Our extensive pool of nannies offer their invaluable skills acquired through positions such as Nanny, Day Care Worker, Governess, Camp Counselor, Recreation Program Coordinator, Teacher's Assistant, Teacher, Church Nursery Worker, Baby-sitting, and Group Homes Staffer.