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Find a nanny share near you in Costa Mesa, CA

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The Graber Noland Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Graber Noland Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$25/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Seeking experienced nanny to care for our 6-month-old son starting in May. Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day. Must be nurturing and reliable.
The Miranda Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Miranda Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$20/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

I am looking for someone to watch my daughter Stella at my home Monday through Friday from 9-4 while I work at home. I would like someone who can speak Portuguese and English and do different activities with her as she continues to develop. I also have a 3 year old French Bulldog, so you must be ok with dogs and assist with him when necessary.
The Thurn Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Thurn Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$20/hr
2 kids

A little bit about us…

We have twin boys that are currently 4 months old. I will be back at work, full time (Monday-Friday 8-5), at the end of June. We are looking for someone that is CPR certified to help with our boys and provide a safe, caring, and fun environment for them. We have a very friendly English bulldog at home too. We currently need a nanny 4 days a week (Tuesday - Friday) with a possibility of Mondays in the future.

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The Archer Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Archer Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$22/hr
2 kids

A little bit about us…

We have a darling little girl who has a g-tube for feeding due to paralyzed vocal cords and is delayed on developmental milestones. She loves tummy time, playing with toys and singing. Her little brother is an angel baby - loves to eat and nap. We are looking for a Nanny or Nanny Share Monday, Tuesday and Fridays and have some room for flexibility on hours.
The Barens Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Barens Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$25/hr
2 kids

A little bit about us…

4 month old full time and 9 month old to join for 3 days a week to nanny share. Monday - Wednesday with both babies and Thursday - Friday with one baby from 8am-4pm.
Looking for someone who is loving, caring, patient, organized, and communicative. Please let me know if you are interested.
The Pederson Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Pederson Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$17.05/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Ayden is 15 months old. We are looking for 2-3 days per week starting at 700am until about 430pm

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The Everett Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Everett Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$16/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

We are a young + loving family in need of part time support for our sweet, fun, playful two year old. She’s a blast - loves playing with toys, dressing up, painting, walking, playgrounds, swimming, anything!
We need 2-3 days per week from [phone number hidden]pm. I am flexible on the days + times, but we need something during the week!
The Bastio Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Bastio Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$20/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

We have an active and smart baby boy. He requires a lot of attention while awake and has a hard time wanting to take a nap. I work from home, so will be onsite if needed. We also have three dogs that are a little crazy, but love people!
The Jimenez Family - Hiring in Costa Mesa

The Jimenez Family

Costa Mesa, CA
$20/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

We need an energetic, fun, Waldorf/pickled/Montessori minded young person to keep up with our super active, fast toddler, 2year old. We would like help pen but in August need every Wednesday from 7:30-11pm. Must be okay with a 22# friendly chi-spaniel/mutt. Also needs Social Security so we can use our work set aside $$

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How to Find a Nanny Share in Costa Mesa, CA

Nanny Lane is a nanny website to help you find a nanny in your area. Our nanny services include background checks, PLUS, and nanny share payroll.

Understand the Cost of a Nanny Share in Costa Mesa, CA

The costs of a nanny share depends on your nanny share set up. How you share the cost a nanny can depend on the number of hours, children, and even who is hosting the nanny share. Additional expenses for nanny shares can include over-time, vacation time, and holiday bonuses.

Nanny Share Family Interviews in Costa Mesa, CA

Once you start connecting with prospective families, the next step is to interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some questions to ask the other family in a nanny share:

  • What is your discipline style (or what do you plan for it to be?)
  • If our nanny is late regularly, how would you want to handle it?
  • How would you describe your child(ren)?
  • How would you describe your parenting style?

Beyond these questions, try to create a job posting together by creating rules for your nanny share. In doing this, specific areas to focus on include discipline, over-time, and vacation time.

How to Set Up a Nanny Share in Costa Mesa, CA

In setting up a nanny share, there are lots of different ways to do it: finding a family with a nanny, hire a nanny and then find a family, or start by finding a family then hiring a nanny together.

When finding a family for a nanny share, you want to assess compatibility in terms of logistics, personalities, and parenting philosophies. It’s also important to be mindful that nanny shares can work with the kids of different ages whether it’s two infants or an older child with an infant, there are lots of different ways to set up a nanny share.

Understand Nanny Share Responsibilities in Costa Mesa, CA

Before beginning the search for a nanny share, you should think through what responsibilities you expect your nanny to handle. With that information, you can create a profile so that nannies can reach out to you. You can do this with the other family or alone. The boundaries for nannies duties vary from family to family. However, in general, a nanny is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example, housekeeping or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your nanny before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location can impact how much you should pay your nanny.

Nanny Share Nanny Interviews in Costa Mesa, CA

Once you start connecting with prospective nannies, the next step is a nanny interview. There are questions for hiring a nanny in a nanny share and testing different scenarios. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a nanny?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open to doing?
  • Are you open to a live in arrangement in Costa Mesa? Do you have experience being a live in nanny?
  • Are you open to being a nanny in a nanny share?
  • Do you have any references? If yes, here are some questions to ask the nanny’s references.
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Costa Mesa, CA?
  • Do you have a driver’s license in Costa Mesa, CA? Do you own a car?
  • What salary are you seeking? Are you open to being paid through direct-deposit, pay stubs?
  • What are your expectations around over-time pay and vacation time?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references, and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a prospective nanny, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your nanny. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around nanny responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming! And of course, as you learn how to hire a nanny, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

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