A cost of a nanny depends on the amount of time they spend with your child/baby, whether it is full or part time, regular or after school, day or night babysitting. Your nanny can live in or live out depending on your choice.
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How Much Is The Cost?
The price of nannies highly depends on where you live. Depending on the state you are living, the responsibilities of the nanny and the number of children, a nanny may cost you between $7.25 to $20 per hour.
For a full time nanny you may expect to pay $350 to $700 a week.
As an employer, you are expected to cover your full time nanny’s health insurance (partial or full)
You are expected to pay employer’s and social security taxes when you hire a nanny.
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Some Factors Contributing To Your Nanny Cost
Live out nannies are paid more than live in nannies since they don’t receive a room or boarding.
Part – time nannies are paid more than full time nannies since they have less job security
Experienced nannies cost more than beginners since experience adds to the cost.
Higher cost of living states cost higher wages
You may have to reimburse your nanny if she comes from long distances.
Extra Costs
You may need to pay extra $200 to $500 if you are looking for a nanny through agencies. Agencies are more preferable in order to find a trustworthy nanny since they undergo extensive research of the nannies’ background history, experience and criminal checks.
Depending on the responsibilities of the nanny, such as laundry and other household tasks, you are expected to pay extra.
Tips and Advices
It is usually advisable that you hire your nanny through an agency.
Check your nanny’s references.
If you are looking online, check the feedbacks given for her
Do a background and criminal check
Conduct an interview
Watch your child’s reaction when he/she meets the nanny
Some Important Questions You Need To Ask
What is it you like about your job?
For how many years have you been doing this job?
How much do you expect us to pay you?
Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?
Are you OK if we can’t make it to come home by the time we agreed?
How do you handle crises or worst situations?