Things You'll Need:
- 3 ring 2 inch binder
- Dividers
- Notebook paper
- Computer
- Printer
- Love for children
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Step 1
The Nanny Book.
Organization is key to being a successful nanny. Buy a 3 ring 2 inch binder, some dividers and some notebook paper.
Set the binder up to where when you open it, the "Emergency Contact" list is in the left pocket or pasted on the left side.
(You want to not only include the parents, but also the child(ren)'s pediatrician and the hot line number for poison control.)
In front of the dividers is where you will place a printed daily schedule listing all the child(ren)'s daily activities, meals, naps and learning times.
There should be 5 divider sections.
The first divider should read "Activities." When you have a family you are caring for, depending on their age, there should be a printed list of activities and where to find all the supplies. (Activities are basically like free time.)
The second divider should read "Learning." This should have a printed list of what to teach, how and where to find the supplies. If the child is in school already, learning should be the child's homework time and where and how it is supposed to be done.
The third divider should read "Mealtime." This should be a printed list of all the foods allowed and necessary for each meal. It should also explain how to make the food and where to find the supplies.
The fourth divider should read "Health and Care." This should be a printed list of medical history and allergies. It should list the "how to handle" certain situations, it's always good to expect the unexpected and be prepared. It also should have some tips on how to handle the child when they don't do as their told.
The fifth and final divider should read "Daily Log." Come up with a printed checklist and places for descriptions of all the things expected during the day. For ex.,
Breakfast-Jimmy was served eggs, bacon and toast. He ate everything except the toast.
12:30 activity-Jimmy played on the swing set for 30 minutes.
Learning-Jimmy did his puzzle exercises very well. Sally finished all her homework, but she did give a little attitude about having to do it.
This book is really good for keeping everything organized and under control. It helps to ensure the safety of the child, and to ensure that the child isn't doing the same things everyday. It is great for when you need a sick day and have to have a substitute. It is also good for when the family may need a babysitter and you're unavailable. -
Step 2
Relationship.
It is important for the nanny and the mother to have a common understanding of goals and achievements. You want the mother to feel safe and assured by you. This can be achieved by doing a lunch together. To make sure she knows your going to really follow her wishes for her kid(s) bring a notepad to jot down some of the things you go over.
Your personal relationships should never interfere with your work. -
Step 3
What to expect.
Sometimes people tend to be held late at work, so if you're supposed to get off at 6pm and dad or mom isn't home until 6:30pm, be understanding. Their working so hard so that they can be able to pay you.
With most nannies, there is additional forms of payment and gratitude. In addition to your paycheck, you mite also have your car filled up with gas once a week. Some nannies have half of their rent payed for, as well as half of their car payment.
Talk with the parent about your pay per hour (it's usually between $10-$15 per hour and per kid). Think about your bills and budgets, bring things to their attention you may need extra help on.
