Twelve Important Questions to Ask...
Before You Choose a Nanny
Choosing the right nanny for your family can be made easier if you
ask yourself the following questions:
- Does the nanny possess her Act 33/34 clearances? Are they current?
- Does she have her infant & child CPR certification?
- Does she have excellent references?
- Does she drive and have a car? Is she a driver?
- Is she a non-smoker?
- Is she aware of and responsive to the many developmental stages
of infants & children?
- Is she warm and caring?
- Is she eager to follow your guidelines for healthy and supportive
discipline necessary for the development of positive self-esteem and
social skills?
- Does she enjoy playing with children?
- Is she ready to explore the neighborhood and local geographic areas
for libraries, museums, playgrounds, and exciting nature walks with
your child?
- Are we as a family willing to pay the nanny the typical salary for
her education and experience?
- Will we as a family express our respect and appreciation for the
job that the nanny will perform?
