Why Nannies Quit
Finding the right New York nanny for your family is much easier when you use a trusted agency.
However, that doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll have a great and long-term
relationship. There are various reasons why nannies choose to quit. If you want
to ensure that you have a strong and successful relationship with your nanny
for the long-term, ensure that you understand these reasons and do your best to
avoid these situations.
Poor communication between nanny and parents :- A good nanny-parent relationship
is only possible when there is open and respectful communication between the
nanny and the parents. Poor communication can lead to the development of
resentment and disappointment. You can encourage good
communication by having daily check-ins with the nanny. You may even want to have
longer conversations to discuss progress and any changes once a month.
Changing nanny’s responsibilities :- When you hired the nanny, you
probably had a discussion about what her responsibilities would be. Many
families also sign a contract with their nannies that outlines their duties.
Don’t therefore make the mistake of thinking that you can dump any and all
tasks on your nanny. If you want your nanny to take on
more responsibilities, it’s important to discuss this with her. It doesn’t
matter how big or small these responsibilities are. It’s also important to
compensate her for the increased responsibilities.
Changing schedules :- Your family’s schedule may change
as your children grow older, or even based on your job. It’s a big mistake to
assume that your nanny should roll with the punches and accept the changes. It’s important to discuss any
changes with the nanny. Your nanny was hired to work a set number of hours on
specific days of the week. The changes in your schedule will have an impact on
her life; especially if she is a live out nanny NYC families have hired to help with raising their children. Ask
the nanny how she feels about these changes and find a way to make it work for
all of you.
There are many more reasons why nannies quit. Do your best
to ensure that you have a professional and respectful relationship with your
nanny for long-term success.
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