Summer fun is coming to an end soon, and kids will be heading back to school before you know it. Transitioning from a summer schedule to an organized school environment can take some adjustment. Sometimes it can be difficult for children and parents, so here are some things to keep in mind to make things run as smoothly as possible.

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Your kids love your nanny. She gets along great with your family. She has invested time and energy into your home. Suddenly, she quits. You might be wondering what went wrong. You might feel pushed into panic mode because you’re left without a reliable childcare option. What can you do? Here are some options that can help ease the stress.

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Nanny job interviews can be a bit intimidating. You might not always know what to expect or what kind of questions you’ll be asked, but there are a few things that can help you prepare. These tips can help you confidently tackle the nanny job interview and hiring process and “wow” the prospective employer.

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Nanny Hiring Family’s perspective:

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Negotiating a salary is never a comfortable situation; both parties involved will be looking for what is best for them, individually.  The key to establishing a good relationship with your household employee right from the beginning, and to succeed in the negotiation, is to think like you are part of a “Win Win” situation, where both parties win and are happy with the result.  A happy household employee will perform better and make your life easier – That’s a fact!

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Special thanks to our guest blogger Anna Gale from CareLinx. CareLinx helps you easily screen, hire and manage quality caregivers who match your specific needs and budget. Save up to 50% on Home Care.

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Protecting Employee Personally Identifiable Information

Household employers have legitimate needs to collect and maintain their household employee’s confidential data.  All employers, and their agents, are legally responsible to protect this information and prevent its access by unauthorized individuals.

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Would you be comfortable hiring a nanny who brings her own child to work?

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Author: Vanessa Vidal

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