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The Williams Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Williams Family

Roanoke, VA
$14/hr
2 kids

A little bit about us…

My wife works nights, I work days. Need some help with the kids while I’m at work and she sleeps
The McCaden Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The McCaden Family

Roanoke, VA
$15/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

We are looking for a great babysitter for 1 child in Roanoke. We would prefer someone who could help out with after school transportation and homework. We would prefer a babysitter who has their own car and CPR certified.
The Mcneal Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Mcneal Family

Roanoke, VA
$12/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Hello I am a CNA and I went PRN and I'm really lay back and just looking for someone sweet and reliable my hours are flexible and I am 3-11 CNA 4 times a week if you live in nanny and need a ride I come pick you up, if you live out nanny I can drop her off and pick her up I can work with any schedule.

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The McKnight Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The McKnight Family

Roanoke, VA
$14.52/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Four month old in need of a babysitter a few days a week for about 2-3 hrs roughly 3 days a week until another family member is off of work . Diaper changes , and bottle feedings
The Stanley Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Stanley Family

Roanoke, VA
$15/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

Hello! I am looking for someone to watch my active, energetic and fun 3 year old approximately 3-5 days a week during the day from 9-3pm. I am looking for some one that is dependable. During the day incorporating structure is important (a mix of learning and fun).
The Pividal Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Pividal Family

Roanoke, VA
$12/hr
2 kids

A little bit about us…

I’m a nurse and work 3 12 hour days that rotate each week. I will need child car for my 2 kids 2-3 days a week from 7-6:30 each day.

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The Jacobson Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Jacobson Family

Roanoke, VA
$12/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

We have a bright 8 month old who is currently on the move! We need child care Monday/Tuesday 10-5/5:30 and Wednesday Thursday [phone number hidden]!
The Everett Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Everett Family

Roanoke, VA
$13/hr
1 kid

A little bit about us…

I am expecting and looking for child care and to get to know people for when I need child care for my baby!
The Givens Family - Hiring in Roanoke

The Givens Family

Roanoke, VA
$16/hr
3 kids

A little bit about us…

I have a 7-month-old, a 5-year-old, and an 8-year-old. I need help in the afternoon while I'm working from home. I am looking for someone to be in my home to watch the baby, get the older kids off of the bus, and keep everyone reasonably happy and entertained.

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How to Find a Nanny Share in Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke, VA

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 Roanoke? 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 Roanoke, VA?
  • Do you have a driver’s license in Roanoke, VA? 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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