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Nanny Sophia

"You are not going to want to miss your chance to hire Sophia! She is everything you could want in a nanny. Competent, professional, communicative, caring and fun! It’s been wonderful having her in our home and we can’t recommend her enough! Our girls love her and will miss her so much! Our youngest is starting preschool in September, otherwise we’d try to keep her to ourselves!"

- Ben

Camille Mainville - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Camille

"It’s obvious that Camille really loves working with kids. She provided fun activities but also structure. Her communication with us was appropriate. She is responsive and responsible. My kids loved having her babysit!"

- Julie

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Nanny Samanta

"Samanta was such a great employee because she was loving and caring person for my daughter. Every day she work she was on time and always with a smile ready to work. It was definitely a good time for my daughter because they got along really well and my daughter was always looking foward it. She is well recommended."

- Brian

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Abington, MA • Agawam, MA • Amesbury, MA • Amherst, MA • Andover, MA • Arlington, MA • Ashland, MA • Attleboro, MA

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What’s the average cost of a nanny in Boston, MA?

The average cost of a nanny in Boston, MA is $20.84 per hour. The cost of a nanny is dependent on the nanny’s experience, qualifications and location.

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How to Hire a Nanny in Boston, MA

Nanny Lane is an easy-to-use website that helps families find experienced local nannies in Boston. Simplify your nanny search and find your perfect nanny today. Our services include background checks, nanny contracts, and nanny payroll.

Understand Nanny Responsibilities in Boston, MA

Before beginning the search for a nanny, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a nanny is the right choice for your child care needs. In hiring a nanny, first, 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. The boundaries for nannies duties vary from family to family. In general, a nanny is responsible for making sure your children’s 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.

Boston Nanny Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective nannies, the next step is a nanny interview. 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 Boston? 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?
Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Boston?
Do you have a driver’s license in MA? 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, it’s essential to 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.

Daycare vs. Hiring a Nanny

Choosing between putting your child in daycare and hiring a nanny can be a tough decision. While nannies are often more expensive, they provide individualized attention and flexibility. Daycares, on the other hand, prioritize socialization. Our Nanny vs Daycare guide can help you determine what's best for your family.