A recent executive order has extended the suspension of work visas for many types of immigrant workers, including the J-1 Visa, which impacts au pairs looking for child care employment in the U.S. On June 22, 2020, President Donald Trump signed the order to halt certain work visas for immigrants coming to the country for […]
READ MOREThe Nanny Share Alternative to Daycare
By A New England Nanny 37 0Many families that utilized daycare centers before the coronavirus pandemic may be wary about sending their children back, now that those facilities are reopening. One reason families like to send their kids to daycare is for the social aspect – the children learn to work and play with their peers in a structured setting, preparing […]
READ MORENanny or Daycare in a Post-Pandemic World?
By A New England Nanny 8 0Many parents are returning to work as businesses begin to reopen. Some may not feel comfortable sending children to a facility with teachers and other kids. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services has provided guidance for families looking to decide on a nanny or daycare in a post-pandemic world. Now that stay-at-home orders are being […]
READ MORESummer Caregiver Spotlight
By A New England Nanny 13 0With daycares and camps at limited capacity or closed this summer, child care options for parents are fewer than usual. If you’re looking for help with child care this summer, we’d like to introduce you to our summer caregiver spotlight! Meet Adriana Adriana is new to the area and is a former Pre-K teacher. She […]
READ MORECapital Region Summer Child Care During COVID-19
By A New England Nanny 11 0The pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainty for parents, particularly regarding their plans for summer child care during COVID-19. Our agency’s director Melissa Schoonmaker spoke with WNYT about the questions and concerns we’ve heard from families, and what options are available. Watch the news story below and then contact us at (518) 348-0400 and […]
READ MOREFace Coverings are Now Required in New York for Essential Workers
By A New England Nanny 17 0Governor Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order stating that face coverings are now required in New York for essential workers. These coverings must be provided free of charge by the employer, for use when interacting with the public. Employers have until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 to comply with this order, by supplying any essential workers […]
READ MOREWays Families and Nannies Can Address the Coronavirus Outbreak
By A New England Nanny 14 0The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is at the top of everyone’s minds right now. The health and safety of our families is the number one priority, but for families with nannies, this crisis now becomes a more complicated issue. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers this helpful advice on how families and nannies can address […]
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know About Hiring a Live-In Nanny
By A New England Nanny 29 0Many families have busy schedules and some parents work non-traditional hours, requiring child care often when daycares, schools, and other options are not available. For these reasons, and sometimes for the sake of convenience, some families opt to have their nanny live with them. While our agency can assist with the hiring process, our payroll […]
READ MOREThe Capital Region Child Care Crisis
By A New England Nanny 26 0A recent article in the Albany Times-Union described the wait lists at local early childhood centers and smaller family-run programs as a Capital Region child care crisis. According to the data from a new report by Raising NY, around 58 percent of surveyed Capital Region child care providers reported having wait lists, while providers statewide […]
READ MOREWhat to Look for in an After-School Nanny
By A New England Nanny 33 0As parents prepare for the school year to start up again very soon, many will be hiring an after-school nanny, or adjusting their current nanny’s hours as the children get back on their school’s schedule. We wanted to share this great article from our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services to help families who need a […]
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