Things You'll Need:
- Money Cards
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Step 1
Understand that you will need to give your nanny a holiday bonus. Some parents give their nannies other bonuses based on performance, special overtime and for birthdays and special events.
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Step 2
Realize that a holiday bonus should be the equivalent of one to two weeks pay. You may decide to give your nanny a combination of money and a gift. In that case, lower the amount of money.
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Step 3
Think about the other bonuses you are giving your nanny and decide how large they should be based on the reason for the bonus.
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Step 4
Know that some parents have contracts with their nannies that allow for specified bonuses after certain periods of employment. These are incentives to keep the nanny from leaving.
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Step 5
Consider giving your nanny a raise instead of a bonus after performance reviews.
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Step 6
Recognize that you can also offer your nanny certain perks instead of a cash bonus or raise. Popular incentives include cars, health insurance and investments.
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Step 7
Talk to other parents in your area and find out how much they pay their nannies as bonuses.
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Step 8
Consult the agency if you hired your nanny through an agency. Agencies can give you some definite guidelines to follow regarding bonuses.
Comments
petsitterteija said
on 8/7/2009 many people are looking for nannies to help with their families and ince you in the family you get reated like dirt. I'm not saying that any family should "fall in love" with a nny, but some respect would be ok...
UnhappyNanny101 said
on 12/25/2008 Why is it that I (a nanny) am working so diligently as a full time nanny for two children, and I received no bonus? I am so insulted. Also, I typed up a performance evaluation and the Mr. didn't even fill it out. This was months ago. The Mrs. filled it out and it was impossible to discuss this with her. Lack of communication points me in a direction of...
looking for another nanny job. These people refuse to make time to communicate with me. The frustration builds up on my end and leads me to look elsewhere for work. It's only a matter of time before I find a job and give them notice. In the end, it will be their loss. I am not arrogant, but confident at what I do. Anyone looking for a nanny?
thenannysden said
on 8/21/2008 I agree. A Nanny wants and NEEDS to feel valued. Bonuses are great little "perk ups" for a Nanny, especially the unexpected ones!
HappyNanny said
on 4/22/2008 Bonuses and little speical things you can do throughout the year will make your nanny feel all that much more apprecaiated.
Rule of thumb....treat your nanny well...and many times she will treat your family even better.
*A big part of having a good employee- is being a good employer!