As a parent, the role a nanny plays cannot be over-emphasized - they help us out in more ways than we can count. The journey to finding the right nanny sometimes can be long and painful, but when we find one, it is important to keep them.
Here are some things to help you know if your nanny is a keeper:
First Aid Trained: For parents, having their child is being cared for by a nanny who is First Aid Trained is a big bonus, this obvious reason takes a huge weight off the parent's mind, knowing that the nanny is capable in an event of a health emergency.
Multitasking Legends: Your nanny might have more than one child to care for and this means several things happening simultaneously. She might be able to cook dinner for the older kids while feeding the baby and helping out with homework. Even with only one child, she must be required to do several things at once, so the ability to handle multiple moving parts at once is definitely something to look out for in a nanny.
Always On Time: A reliable nanny is very important, you want someone that won't disappoint you when you need them the most.
Creative: Everything doesn't always go as planned, having a creative nanny has a range of practical benefits, from creative problem solving to turning it into everyday tasks into learning experiences or games.
Open Communication: A good nanny will keep you informed on the day-to-day happenings so that you are always up to date on what and how your child is doing, even if it has to be done through an email, text, or call.
Your Child Is Happy To See The Nanny: If your child looks forward to the nanny coming over and is always happy when he or she walks through the door, it's evidence that the nanny is caring, fun and your child enjoys the nanny's company.
Shows Interest In How Your Family Run Things: This is a sign that a nanny wants to fit into your life easily
Clean Up Matters: This is one of the most important things to look out for. You want to make sure your nanny is hygienic, he/she knows how to keep the house clean and extra points if the nanny instills good habits in your kids E.g. Washing hands before eating, picking up their toys after play e.t.c.
If your nanny exhibits most of these attributes, he/she might just be a keeper. You want someone that you don't have to micro-manage, you need someone that gets things done without or before it's pointed out.
