For each topic in this section, you’ll find an overview of the topic and, if there is one, the related standard within the industry. Most of the standards listed are not required by law or officially adopted by the nanny industry. They are based on what’s happening in the real world. For some topics, you’ll find Danger! and Brownie Points comments. These comments, based on common nanny experiences, offer you a look into what nannies think and feel about a variety of situations and the ways in which employers can help or hinder the nanny/family relationship.
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The Nanny Option
Responsibilities of a Nanny
Schedule
Employment / Tax Issues
Costs
Nanny’s Use of Employer’s Car
Nanny’s Use of Her Own Car
Other Benefits
Nanny / Family Relationship
To help you find the information you need, the topics covered in each section are listed below. Click on the section title above to view the detailed infomation.
The Nanny Option
Is a nanny the right childcare choice for my family?
Can I afford it?
Do I think it is worth it?
What type of coverage do I need?
Should I hire a live-in or live-out nanny?
What role do I want my nanny to take?
What type of relationship do I want with my nanny?
Responsibilities of a Nanny
Quality Childcare
Child-Related Duties
Family-Related Duties
Child Information Management
Household Management
Housekeeping
Schedule
Executive Schedule
Daily Schedule
Daily Schedule with School-Aged Children
Days Off
Late Nights and Overnights
Regular Overtime
Regular Weekend Care
On Call Time
24 / 7 Care
Paid Holidays
Unpaid Holidays
Working Holidays
Standard Vacation
Extra Paid Vacation
Unpaid Time Off
Sick Days
Weather Days
Professional Days
Personal Days
Schedule at Summer House
Employment / Tax Issues
Independent Contractors vs. Employee
Your Nanny Working for the Business You Own
On The Books vs. Under The Table
When Employment Taxes Become Necessary
Taxes You Must Pay as an Employer
Options for Handling Your Employer Taxes
Workers’ Compensation
Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) ~ Minimum Wage
Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) ~ Overtime
Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) and What It Means to You
Tax Breaks for Nanny Employers
Costs
Gross vs Net
Base Salary / Hourly Wage
Overtime
Raises Overview
Anniversary Raise
Performance Raise
Baby Raise
Annual Bonus Overview
Anniversary Bonus
Performance Bonus
Difference between Bonus and Holiday Gift
24-Hour Care Pay
Travel Pay
Expenses While Traveling
Interviewing Costs
Relocation Costs
Taxes
Workers' Compensation
Household Accounts
Nanny’s Use of Employer’s Car
Car Use During Working Hours
Car Use During Personal Time
Insurance Coverage
Insurance Deductible
Gas Allowance
Regular Maintenance and Repairs
Setting Limits
Value of Car Benefit
Nanny’s Use of Her Own Car
Nanny’s Compensation for Use of Her Car
Insurance Deductible
Professional Car Insurance
Other Benefits
Room and Board
Food
Phone Costs
Cable / Satellite
Health Insurance
Cell Phone
Professional Organizations
YMCA or Health Club Membership
Professional Development Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
No Cost Benefits
Use of Vacation Home
Use of Home When Family is Away
Frequent Flyer Miles
Nanny / Family Relationship
Nanny / Family Work Agreement or Nanny Contract
Performance Reviews
NOTE: Nannies and employers are referred to as “she” throughout this section. This is not intended to diminish the importance of male nannies or fathers. It is simply a matter of convenience.
