I work as a nanny. I have a lot of experience and great references. The problem is I live in an area that doesn't have a great need for nannies. I have told myself I will never work for another family where a parent is at home (working or not) because it is very uncomfortable for me. The children do not listen to me and it is just difficult all around. Consistently the hardest part of my day is before the parents leave in the morning and when they get home at night.
Recently I have turned down many interviews for families who have a parent working at home because of this. I feel there is a slim chance that I won't hate the job I don't want to go through that again.
Today I interviewed with a mom who wants me to be with her a lot of the time helping her care for infant twins and toddler and when she is actually working she will be at home.
I think she will be offering me the job. I do not have any prospects at all for parents who don't work at home. What should I do?
2006-08-11 12:16:45 · 7 answers · asked by Ann 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
It will be good pay and great hours.
2006-08-11 12:17:15 · update #1
No way.
You said you don't like it when they work at home. Imagine spending a LOT OF TIME WITH HER.
Bleck.
Don't do it.
If you take the job, you will then feel bad that you didn't stay long when something better comes along.
Wait for the better job, it will come.
This one sounds like a nightmare.
2006-08-11 13:37:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the mom before hand and make sure the guidelines are what you agree too. And ask her what her views are if the children do not listen to you. Then go from there, more money is always a nice things, but i don't think it is worth regretting or disliking your job. If y'all come to a mutual agreement you are happy with I say go for it. Not all children misbehave because there mom is around. A lot of kids are taught to listen to there elders whether the parents are present or not. So don't let one bad experience ruin your chance for a great one.
2006-08-11 12:22:59 · answer #2 · answered by sisinlovewithyou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think of the kids involved, do you want to insert yourself in their lives (yes I know they are young) and then just walk away? If your inner feelings are telling you that you do not want that type of situation (parent at home working) then do not take the job. If you need a job to tide you over until you can find a position that you like then look for something part-time or seasonal until you do find one that meets your needs.
2006-08-11 12:34:23 · answer #3 · answered by hr4me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you answered your own question. You don't want to work for families that have stay at home parents, so don't.
2006-08-11 12:23:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it depends how much u need a job if you really need a job you can think about the job u choose
2006-08-11 12:21:49 · answer #5 · answered by Rhodalene B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first u need to find out if its what u really want. and if it fills all your needs then take it. but if u have any doubt then you need to pass. because if u cant put your all into it you will never be happy
2006-08-11 12:22:23 · answer #6 · answered by granmum2002 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do wat u think is best if u need the money enough take the job if not wait
2006-08-11 13:37:24 · answer #7 · answered by donielle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋