I'm going on an interview to be a Nanny for a 3 yr old girl. The mom is pregnant and due in october. Does any one have any tips? What about questions I should ask? What questions should I expect from her?
2006-09-26 10:09:35 · 7 answers · asked by K<3C 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
What your hours will be, what your duties will be...run of the mill stuff you would ask at any interview. And of course, the money. We can't forget the money.
2006-09-26 10:17:43 · answer #1 · answered by Peapod 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a former nanny and now a mom, I can tell you that the connection you feel between the two of you and between the children will give you a good indication of whether or not you will be the "right fit" for each other.
As for questions, you will probably be asked about your previous child care experience, your thoughts on discipline, your goals and aspirations beyond being a nanny, why you are a nanny now, what your family was like, what you enjoy doing in your off time (if you are going to be a live-in), what kind of education and/or training you have had, etc.
Questions you should be ready to ask the parent(s):
what are their children like personality wise, any allergies or medical needs, what your daily/weekly/monthly responsibilities will look like, will you be responsible taking the children anywhere (such as gymboree, play dates, etc), any additional responsibilities (grocery shopping, dry cleaners, errands), vacation time, sick days, insurance options, car insurance reimbursement if you are going to be using your car for anything.
I would talk about money at the very end and only if they bring it up. It's very tacky to ask about money on the very first interview! If they do bring it up, make sure to see if you will be getting a raise when the new baby is born and also talk to the mom about when she is on maternity leave about how she will want to do things since she will be home for at least 6-8 weeks initially.
I would definitely be prepared with a list of questions!
Best of luck to you!!
2006-09-26 11:03:27 · answer #2 · answered by heatherle74 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask about any allergies the family has. I was a nanny once and went in for my interview with a question sheet. Name, address, allergies/medical conditions, favorite foods, etc. The family was so impressed that I cared about these little things that they hired me on the spot and I kept their child until she was too old for a nanny. Some of these things are good to know just in case of an emergency and some are just good little tips to keep in mind when nothing else works to soothe the child. Also ask if there are specfic ways that the family does things...bedtime, snacks, etc. It will show that youa re treuly interested in the job and not just looking for a paycheck.
2006-09-26 10:22:11 · answer #3 · answered by swanseaemtgirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can certainly expect her to ask about prior experience.. CPR and First Aird training... she'll perhaps even ask if you've had any education in working with children...
and when i comes to you asking Q's... same thing... ask about the hours, and what responsabilities you will need to take on.. ask if the child has any allergies you shoudl be aware of , or any unsafe tendancies (my daughter liekto put small things in her mouth still.. i'm ALWAYS on the lookout for that) ask abotu bedtimes.. what types of meals to prepare... ask if it will include takign care of her frined's from time to time as well.. you should also ask about when you coudl meet the little one... try and hav ea play date with her first, so the two of you can get to know each other while the mom is around... that will make thigns alot easier if you kwno each other before oyu go into their home. and before you take a childcare job of anykind. you shoudl check out how the parents prefer to have the child punished... children make mistakes and getin trouble.. and punishment needs to follow.
i'm sure theres alot mroe yo'ud need to know... and your interviewer wil need to know. btu thats the best i can do right now..
Good luck :)
2006-09-26 10:22:10 · answer #4 · answered by joyfulpriss 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
do you know cpr and first aid? do you have any references. what do you consider appropriate discipline for a three old by a nanny. do you cook... clean or do anything extra. i would ask who is allowed contact with child and who isnt. are there smoke detectors in house.? where is first aid kit, what list of phone numbers should you have ? does child take nap. is child allergic to any foods... etc. doctor and dentist number...emergency etc. of course.. the pay...
2006-09-26 10:22:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to ask what is expected of you. I'm sure she will tell you but ask for specifics. Cooking, cleaning, or just babysitting?
2006-09-26 10:11:59 · answer #6 · answered by dolphin2253 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
definitely ask what will be your duty and if the mom will be around to help you with the daughter or she'll be only with a baby. ask if you will have to help her with the newborn as well.
2006-09-26 10:13:54 · answer #7 · answered by miss 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋