Who Makes A Great Nanny?

What type of person makes for a good nanny? Not everyone that can be a nanny should be one. As you look at various people for this job, consider who they are based on some basic standards.

Non Profit Support

One thing you should realize is that there are countless agencies and organizations that provide non profit services for those who are hiring nannies as well as nannies themselves. These organizations are a treasure trove of information and details. One of them is the International Nanny Association. Here are their standard qualifications for a nanny.

• The individual must be at least 18 years of age.
• The individual must have at least a high school education or have the equivalent.
• The nanny must be in good health themselves. This including having all necessary immunizations for the area they are serving and have a negative TB test done.

Beyond this, though, there are other things you must consider. For example, does the age of a nanny matter? For most people, the age of a nanny is a consideration. But, it differs from one person to the next.

You may be looking for someone that will be able to provide you with physical interaction with your child. You may want someone that can keep up with the three young children you have.

Or, you may be looking for someone that has a great deal of experience and has a more “set in stone” outlook on rearing children.

Either of these examples, extreme as they are, is a fine qualification. It is up to you to decide what the ideal age or other qualifications that your nanny should have. In fact, a nanny can be anyone you wish, over 18 that you feel has the right qualifications you set forth.

Later, we will touch on the benefits of hiring a mannie, or a male nanny. This too should be something that you take into consideration.

One Rule That Can’t Be Surpassed

Most of the qualifications of a nanny center on your actual preferences for a nanny. There is one rule, though, that should always be considered.

A nanny should always have a genuine interest and love in children. They should respect children and truly enjoy being around them. A nanny that considers this a job is not someone to hire. Rather, hire a nanny that considers this to be their career and even their calling. The difference will come forth in their dedication.