How much do I charge to be a nanny?

Question

It will be part time, a few hours in the morning at her home. I think its just for an infant...her 1 year old may be there sometimes too. I'm getting the impression that $10 and hour is a good rate.....what do you all think? I'm interviewing with the lady tomorrow. I'm in my late 20's and have experience and am responsible, any advice for my meeting tomorrow, I'm nervous!

Answer 1

I think $10.00 an hour is a good rate for part time work. It also depends on what the mother expects from you.
Will the mother be home when you are caring for the child(ren)
Will be doing the child's laundry, bathing, preparing meals (other than feeding the child/children) you should charge more.

For your interview, dress as you would expect a nanny you would hire for your children to dress, bring letters of recommendation from anyone that you have done child care before and personal and professional references that your prospective boss can call to check.

You also need to prove that you are open to the way your prospective boss wants you to deal with her child(ren). It's also important during the inteview process for you to interact with the child(ren) so the mother can observe.

Good luck to you!

Answer 2

I've been a nanny for a few years and I think your price is fair . I think it also depends on the amount of hours you work for the family. I work mornings and afternoons , I send the kids to school and take them of the bus and do some home work with them... one and a half hours in the morning and two in the afternoon. I also cook the family dinner and keep the kitchen clean.

Answer 3

Depends where you are. If you are in the Phillipines, you would be lucky to make $10 per day....In most parts of Canada...$6 - $8 pr hour. it is what the local market pays.

Brock
Vancouver, canada

Answer 4

i guess it all depends on the person lets hope they give you a decent rate or amount and not go overboard