There aren’t a lot of jobs for college students that have good pay and can accommodate the flexibility students need. But in-home child care does pay well and students can schedule their hours to fit in with their busy schedules. Here are some reasons why being a nanny is a great job for a college […]
READ MORENanny vs. Babysitter – Which is the Right Caregiver for Your Family?
By A New England Nanny 12 0Historically, nannies and babysitters have been viewed as essentially providing the same service – child care. But the fact is that the roles and responsibilities are usually quite different. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services breaks down the differences between a nanny vs. a babysitter so you can make the right hiring choice for your […]
READ MORETips for Nannies on How to Negotiate Wages with Your Family
By A New England Nanny 18 0When you are in the hiring process with a family, there are many considerations when calculating your wages. Your family needs to know the total cost of hiring a nanny. You want to know how much money you’ll be taking home at the end of the week. Here are some tips for nannies on how […]
READ MOREYour Nanny Will Love These Ideas for National Nanny Recognition Week 2021
By A New England Nanny 10 0September 19-26, 2021 is National Nanny Recognition Week! It’s a great time to show your nanny how much their caregiving helps out your family. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, has put together a handy list of ways you can show your appreciation this week (or any time). It’s National Nanny Recognition Week, which is a […]
READ MORE7 Tips for Building Trust with Your Nanny
By A New England Nanny 10 0One of the most important – if not THE most important – factors for parents when hiring a nanny is trust. Without the peace of mind that trust brings, it’s difficult to want to leave your children in someone else’s care. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, offers these helpful suggestions for building trust with […]
READ MOREinterNational Nanny Training Day is April 17th
By A New England Nanny 18 0On Saturday, April 17th, nannies from all over the globe will gather virtually or on their own to learn, be supported, and be inspired at interNational Nanny Training Day (iNNTD) 2021. While A New England Nanny will not be holding a local event this year due to safety precautions, we strongly encourage caregivers to register […]
READ MOREWhat’s in the American Rescue Plan for Families and Caregivers?
By A New England Nanny 19 0The $1.9 trillion relief bill, known as the American Rescue Plan, passed Congress and was signed into law by President Joe Biden. There are provisions in the American Rescue Plan for families and caregivers, including aid for schools and child care, direct checks to individuals, and more. Direct Payments Just like the two other COVID-19 relief […]
READ MOREHow Much Should Your Nanny’s Holiday Bonus Be?
By A New England Nanny 28 0A holiday bonus is always a good way to show your family’s appreciation for your nanny, and it will certainly be more meaningful this year. But how much should you give? Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers this advice on how to decide on your nanny’s holiday bonus. ‘Tis the season of giving. Time […]
READ MORENational Nanny Recognition Week 2020
By A New England Nanny 101 0National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW) is September 20-26, 2020. It’s a time to celebrate our nannies and the amazing job they do. For more than 20 years, NNRW has brought awareness to the dedicated work nannies do, not for the money or perks, but for a true love of children. We couldn’t agree more […]
READ MORESuspension of Work Visas Creates More Opportunities for Nannies
By A New England Nanny 54 0A 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 […]
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