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Nanny Job and Education Requirements
How do you determine eligibility to work as a professional nanny? Nanny job and education requirements are set by the hiring family and/or the nanny agency representing them. The minimum number of professional years’ experience varies amongst agencies, as does the...
What Qualifications Matter Most for Nanny Placement Services?
Many nanny agencies require a minimum number of years of professional nanny experience over the age of 18 in order to qualify to register with their agency. At Kindred Families, we require a minimum of three years of experience before we accept anyone for a placement....
What Happens if Your Family or Nanny Gets COVID?
Many employers are requiring their nanny to have COVID vaccinations in order to be eligible to work with their family. This is a completely understandable request. However, as we are experiencing, the vaccine does not guarantee against contracting the virus. With this...
CPR and First Aid Training Course for Nannies
CPR and First Aid Training Course for Nannies When working as a professional nanny, it is crucial that you maintain current CPR and First Aid certification while providing care for children. However, obtaining certification often comes with many questions,...
7 Tips for Setting Reasonable Expectations for a Nanny
As parents, we truly want what’s best for our children, which is why choosing the most appropriate form of childcare is so important. For families looking for a more personal experience that can be tailored to their family’s specific needs, hiring a nanny is the way...
What is a Realistic Timeline for Nanny Placement?
The advice we give people as not only one of the most experienced, but also one of the most personable, nanny agencies serving California, is to take your time. Rushing to find just any nanny often leads to disappointment for both the family and the nanny. Finding the...
Legalities of Putting Your Nanny on Payroll
As a nanny placement agency, we’re asked regularly about the legalities of putting your nanny on payroll. Our recommendation is that you should always pay your household employees on the books. The reason for this is, if you have a nanny, either full or part-time, you...