Parents looking for nannies for hire share a common thread: feelings of apprehension, worries and fear.
These valid concerns are brought about by hearing stories of nannies abusing the children entrusted to them or simply neglecting the kids while nanny watches television or worse, let her friends in for the night.
Such are some of the woes and problems besetting the child care provider industry.
If you plan to hire a nanny to take care of your children while you are out, here are suggestions on how to get one who has the integrity to perform her tasks well and keep your children protected, safe and secure while you are gone.
The first step to getting good and trustworthy nanny is to look for one with a professional status.
The field of nannies for hire is wide: young and old, beginners and experienced ones, nannies who have taken up formal training and those who use their previous experiences as references for their skills.
Going to a nanny agency to help you out is the best choice.
Choose a reputable agency and ask what their policies and procedures are when taking in nanny applicants.
A good agency is one which assures protection to families and guarantees their nannies' character.
A contract should explicitly spell out the terms and conditions of the employment.
A background investigation and thorough screening should be done on the nanny applicants.
This must include a national criminal record, a sexual predator check and a driving record check if the nanny will be driving your kids to and from school or doing the groceries.
Asking for references will aid in the screening process, too.
Hiring a professional nanny from a highly-regarded training school will put you at ease while leaving your kids with her.
These child care providers have been trained in basic child and infant care, meal planning, first aid and CPR and activities and playtime skills.
Don't be scared to look for a sitter.
Nannies for hire are aplenty.
Finding the right one could be the start of a long-term and rewarding relationship.