As a nanny, you may find yourself picking up extra responsibilities during your time with a family. You may start out with household management responsibilities from the beginning, but if you are expected to tend to younger children, most parents will tell you that the kids come before other tasks. As children get older, however,… Read more »
Taking your Nanny on Vacation
Your vacation is supposed to be a stress-free experience. Bringing a nanny along can be the key to not only a stress-free vacation, but also one where the children are tended to while you and your spouse are able to enjoy some alone time, too. However, to ensure that your vacation is as wonderful as… Read more »
Tiffany – Nanny of the Month
“We are excited to announce our newest Nanny of the Month! Meet Tiffany! Tiffany has over 20 years of experience in childcare and has been with Nannies on Call since January of last year. Tiffany is so much fun! A lover of museums, parks, playgroups, and teaching, she has an amazing impact on the lives… Read more »
The Financial Side of a Nanny Share
Finding affordable childcare can be one of the biggest struggles that parents face. One solution that is gaining momentum is a Nanny Share. This means that one nanny is caring for the children from two (or possibly three) families at the same time. This allows for the families to enjoy the benefits, flexibility and ease that… Read more »
Taxable Benefits and Nannies
A taxable benefit is a perk that is provided at no cost to the nanny. The perk is for the nanny to use for his/her personal use, on his/her personal time. Some common examples of taxable benefits that nannies’ often receive are: transit passes room and board gym memberships cell phones (proportion for personal use)… Read more »
Gap Year in Canada
Are you thinking about taking a gap year but don’t want to go broke on your year away? Becoming a nanny in Canada could be the perfect solution for you! You can make a great salary while experiencing Canada and making loads of new friends. There are many families across Canada interested in hiring foreign… Read more »
Nanny of the Month
Congratulations Nanny Skylar, you are our September Nanny of the Month! Working with Nannies on Call since 2015, Skylar brings a ton of energy and a great attitude to all the families she has worked for. Skylar, who is known for her nanny bag full of fun games and crafts, is someone who is always… Read more »
What I do as a nanny
I work as a nanny. People ask what I do and I say “oh, I nanny” as if I’m saying “oh, I mostly sit around painting by numbers” or “oh I don’t actually have a real job I just blow bubbles in the park”. Now, if I wasn’t chained to the internalized misogyny, institutional undervaluing… Read more »
APPsolutely Crazy
Apps are supposed to make your life easier right? You can schedule a pick up with Uber with the click of a button, book an apartment while travelling with AirBnB in less than one minute, and find a date on Tinder with just the swipe of your finger Need a babysitter? There is an app… Read more »
Game of Observation
As a nanny fun does not have to cost money. This a great game that can be played anywhere, costs nothing and can be played with little preparation. It helps to develop children’s observation skills and their ability to recall information. The children will never know you have created a teachable moment.