While paying nannies legally has become more the “norm” in recent years, some families still don’t understand the benefits to both them and their nanny from paying “on the books.” If you are a nanny and you come across a family that does not want to pay taxes for employing a nanny, ask us for […]
READ MOREHow to Handle Snow Days for Families and Their Nannies
By A New England Nanny 36 0We all anticipate many snowy days to come in the next couple of months. With that in mind, here are some guidelines for families and their nannies about how to handle snow days. The first decision that a family must make is what constitutes a “snow day” (or other form of weather-related condition). Many rely […]
READ MORE5 Employment Issues for Families with Nannies in 2022
By A New England Nanny 5 0As 2021 comes to a close, it’s time to look ahead to the new year and see what lies in store for families that have hired or will hire a nanny. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, provides a look at some employment issues for families with nannies in 2022. As the days creep toward […]
READ MOREHow Do You Reimburse Your Nanny for Gas and Mileage?
By A New England Nanny 7 0Whether driving their own car or a family car, chances are your nanny spends some time on the road. A good practice for household employers to keep their employee happy is to reimburse your nanny for gas and mileage. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, provides a look at the best way to do so. […]
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 MOREWant to Write a Letter of Recommendation for Your Nanny?
By A New England Nanny 14 0When it comes time to part ways with your nanny, hopefully it has been a good experience and you’d recommend your nanny to another family. In that case, our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers these tips for families to write a good letter of recommendation for their nanny. The time has come for you […]
READ MOREWhen Children Age, a Nanny’s Role May Change
By A New England Nanny 76 0As a family’s children age, the nanny’s role and responsibilities will change. Obviously when you have a young child – an infant or a toddler – the nanny will need to concentrate their time and attention on the child, attending to their physical needs and interacting with them. But as children age and become more […]
READ MORECan You Tell Your Nanny How to Dress in Summer?
By A New England Nanny 82 0Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and that means hot weather and time spent by the pool or on the beach. The summer heat also means showing more skin and dressing much more casually, and parents may have concerns about their nanny’s attire. What can you tell your nanny about how to […]
READ MOREWhat Can Families Learn from this Household Employment Survey?
By A New England Nanny 66 0GTM Payroll Services recently conducted a survey of household employers and nannies, covering a wide range of topics, including legal pay, benefits, personal preferences, online job sites, and more. We are sharing the results of their household employment survey to help families hire and retain the best nannies and other household employees. From GTM.com: Nannies […]
READ MORE2018 APNA Conference
By A New England Nanny 48 0Q & A with Agency Director Melissa Schoonmaker Next week, Melissa Schoonmaker, Agency Director for A New England Nanny for more than 20 years, will attend the 2018 Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA) Conference in Atlanta, GA. This annual conference brings together more than 100 attendees, mainly comprised of agency owners and staff members […]
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