Full and Part Time Nannies

A full time nanny is a nanny that works more than 35 hours per week. A full-time nanny may be the best option for families if:

• Both parents work full-time or have demanding work schedules.
• You have multiple children who need care.
• You want a consistent and reliable caregiver who can provide stability.
• You are looking for long term childcare.

A part time nanny is a nanny who provides care for less than 35 hours per week. A part-time nanny may be the best options for families if:

• One or more parents works part-time or has a flexible work schedule
• You only need childcare for a few hours a day or a few days a week
• You have older children who are in school for part of the day and only need before/after school care.

Guaranteed Hours is a contractual agreement between an employer and an employee that specifies the minimum number of hours the employee will be paid for, regardless of whether they work those hours or not.

In the case of a nanny, guaranteed hours typically mean that the nanny is guaranteed a certain number of hours per week, even if the family does not need them to work all of those hours. Guaranteed hours are a way to provide job security and stability for a nanny, and can help establish a positive and respectful working relationship between the family and the nanny. This also guarantees that the family will have consistent childcare coverage.

For example, if a nanny is guaranteed 40 hours per week and the family only needs them to work 35 hours one week, the nanny would still be paid for 40 hours. 
 

Paid Time Off is the time that an employee is given off from work with pay. In the context of a nanny, paid time off typically includes vacation time, sick time, and holidays.

• Vacation time is the time that the nanny is given off from work for leisure or personal reasons, such as a family vacation or a personal trip. For a nanny the industry standard is a minimum of 1 week family's choice and 1 week nanny's choice.
• Sick time is the time that the nanny is given off from work due to illness or injury. For a nanny the industry standard is 3-5 sick days per year.
• Holidays are typically recognized as paid time off for nannies and may include national holidays, such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Independence Day.

The amount of paid time off that a nanny is given will depend on the terms of their employment contract and the policies of the family. It is common for families to offer a certain number of vacation days, sick days, and holidays per year, and these should be specified in the employment contract.

Mileage reimbursement is a payment made by an employer to an employee to cover the cost of using their personal vehicle for work-related purposes. Mileage reimbursement would be paid to the nanny to cover the cost of driving the family's children to and from activities, appointments, and school.

The reimbursement rate for mileage is typically determined by the employer and should be specified in the nanny's employment contract. The rate can vary depending on the employer's location and the current standard mileage rate set by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Mileage reimbursement is important as it helps ensure that the nanny is not bearing the entire cost of using their personal vehicle for work-related purposes. It also helps ensure that the nanny is fairly compensated for the wear and tear on their vehicle and the cost of gas.

A yearly bonus is a one-time payment made by an employer to an employee in addition to their regular salary or hourly wage. It is usually given at the end of the year as a way to reward the employee for their hard work and contributions throughout the year.The amount of the bonus would depend on the terms of the nanny's employment contract and the policies of the family.

Although a bonus is not required, it is a great way for families to show appreciation for their nanny's hard work and dedication throughout the year. It can also help incentivize the nanny to continue providing high-quality care for the children in the future.