Once you have determined what you are looking for in a child care provider you are ready to start recruiting. There are a few recruiting options available when hiring a nanny. Consider your budget and safety when choosing the best option. Background checks and references are essential to the hiring process.
- Recruiting through Referral Agencies
There are many local nanny agencies across the country. These agencies typically charge a fee of a few hundred dollars upfront. Then, when you hire a nanny through the agency, you will pay another fee of $2,000 - $5,000. As you can see, hiring a nanny through an agency can soon get very costly. Many parents cannot afford the added cost of using an agency. - Recruiting through Classified Ads
Another option is to find nannies in classified ads. You will have to pay a small fee to post an ad seeking nannies. However, it may be difficult to obtain background check and references for these nannies. Furthermore, some parents do not like to publish their contact information in a classified ad. - Recruiting through Online Services
Sittercity.com offers a online nanny finder. For a small fee you can search for child care providers in your area, run background checks and read other parent’s reviews. This is a much more cost effective way to find a nanny. Plus, with Sittercity’s four step screening process, you can rest assured that you will find a nanny who is perfect for your family.
Stay tuned for the next post: Hiring a nanny.
