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The Sprague Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Sprague Family

Petaluma, CA
$22/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Two year old little girl.

Looking for a nanny 4.5 days a week. 7:30-4:30 or 8-5 M-T and then 7:30-1:30pm F. Understands learning through play approach to childcare, happy to be proactive with activities. Light house-help for kid related items, grocery shopping, meal prep etc. Open to doing the occasional evening weekend. We redirect vs discipline and we follow a calm parenting philosophy.
The Khan Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Khan Family

Petaluma, CA
$23/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

My husband and I are looking for regular care for our sweet little 4-year-old boy, starting immediately. He is a busy boy who loves to play with the large collection at home, the playground across the street from our house, and other fun activities. Looking for someone with some experience with young children who is looking to bring fun into the world of our adorable son.
The Hall Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Hall Family

Petaluma, CA
$24/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Hey! Our family is looking for a kind and playful nanny for our youngest, Declan (18 months). He is a little love bug who adores eating, talking up a storm, and "cleaning" with his play vacuum. We are hoping to find someone who can watch him, at our home, on Mondays from [phone number hidden].
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*We are a pet household! We have 3 adorable cats, a old man guinea pig, and a friendly aquatic turtle.

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The Noel Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Noel Family

Petaluma, CA
$21/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Starting in May 2023 we are looking for a full time nanny share 830-530 Monday through Friday. We have one daughter - Taylor who will be around 9 months old. We wanted to start looking now to get ready for when our leaves from work are over.
The Wylds Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Wylds Family

Petaluma, CA
$22/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Hours:
Looking for a full-time nanny to work ‘normal’ office hours (We can be flexible on start times 8am/9am start)

Start date:
Mid-June 2022

Children:
We have one child who will be aged 6 months when the position starts

Responsibilities include:
- Organize creative activities and educational games (e.g. drawing, crafting and puppet games) 

- Prepare children’s meals and feed them (including bottle-feeding for babies) 

- Change diapers

- Schedule nap times 

- Tidy up play areas and children’s room as needed 

- Ensure children’s safety during indoors and outdoors activities

Requirements:

- Previous experience looking after an infant full time 

- Excellent understanding of child development in different age stages 

- Ability to come up with creative ideas to educate and engage our child 

- First aid/ CPR certification
The Narvaez Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Narvaez Family

Petaluma, CA
$16/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Looking for another family to join my family for nanny-sharing.

M-Th 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Pet-free home and smoke-free home.

Bilingual family in search of another family that is wanting to do a nanny share.

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The Pipes Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Pipes Family

Petaluma, CA
$17/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

The Stuart Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Stuart Family

Petaluma, CA
$25/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

I'm looking for a great nanny for my 4-year-old son. This job would be pretty simple. He will be in prechool until 1:00 and we would need you to pick him up and then take care of him until approximately 4:00-5:00 (this is flexible depending on how many hours you are looking for, we only really need [phone number hidden] or 4:00). We are fun, loving family of three. You are welcome to play with him at home, in the park in our community, at the library across the street, or other adventures you see fit. We also belong to local children's museums, and are open to pay for other adventures! We are not looking for housework or anything of that nature, your focus would be on our guy. He loves to sing, dance, "read", and ANYTHING to do about TRAINS! He is a lot of fun, and loving. Looking forward to meeting you!
The Bauer Family - Hiring in Petaluma

The Bauer Family

Petaluma, CA
$21/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Abigail is a sweet and Happy baby. She is breast/bottle fed. I am slowly transitioning back to work and need someone good with nurturing an infant mind, and attention required for this helpless age.

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How to Find a Nanny Share in Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma? 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 Petaluma, CA?
  • Do you have a driver’s license in Petaluma, 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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