Nowadays it is a little difficult to find a really good nanny for your child. We all realize that the best nannies are taken but that does not mean that you should stop looking for one. Let us think about how you can find a very good one that is professional and that you will love.
Libraries and Community Centers
In the event that there is a library or a community center close to where you live, go there and check out the local bulletin boards. That is where you may find ads that nannies listed and you can even place an ad in which you would ask for one to contact you. In most situations you do not have to pay for this and you will most likely enjoy those nannies that respond as they are local.
The Parks
Most people do not even think about going to the park but that is not a mistake that you will make. When you take the boy/girl to the park, you can meet many different nannies. Also, they do tend to have friend that are also nannies so you never know when you can find one that you can trust. Make sure that you visit during the weekdays since that is when you have the highest probability of finding nannies.
Use the Internet
It is quite a shame to notice that so many parents do not look online since the internet gives us access to so many different resources that can be utilized. In most situations you will think about looking on sites like Craigslist. These are great resources but you should also think about the sites that are especially designed to help those looking for nannies.
The Nanny Search websites are where different available nannies will post profile information for various parents to consider them. In most situations the profiles are filled with important information from age and address to child care experience and how much they want to be paid.
Professional Recruitment Agencies
In the event that you can afford such a service, it is a very good idea to go to an agency that is specialized in getting parents in touch with nannies. One example of such an agency is T And C Staff.
The only problem with this approach is that you need to be really careful what agency you choose. It is a very good idea to ask for parent references so that you can see what experience people like you had in the past with the services offered and it is also a very good idea to talk about the years of being in business that the agency has.
Finding A Nanny Is Not Difficult
No matter what method you use above, you need to be sure that you interview the nanny before you hire her. That counts a lot at the end of the day. Use the tips above to make it a lot easier for you to find one that can be trusted. Do not hurry your research and you will make a correct choice.
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Hi Susan!
I do agree it is hard to find a good nanny nowadays but the more options we have the better chance we get.
Thank you for sharing your opinion!
Dzhingarov
December 12, 2013 - 5:28pmThis Comment