A Nanny Community Blog
Posted in Finding the Perfect Family, Industry News on Nov 23rd, 2011
Interviewing for a job is always a nerve racking process. What might work in the corporate world, doesn’t always translate in the nanny world. Here are some tips and tricks for standing out from other nannies and also helping you find the perfect match! Make a good first impression: This is from the first phone call [...]
Posted in Industry News on Oct 17th, 2011
As most of us now know, the SR99 Alaskan Way Viaduct closure starts this Friday, October 21st at 7:30pm. All North and South bound lanes of the SR99 Viaduct will be closed until 5am Monday, October 31st. This will have a major impact for all Seattle area commuters, but especially those that commute in or out of [...]
Posted in Industry News on Aug 16th, 2011
Many of you have worked with us at events providing childcare for weddings, conferences, and fairs. Annie’s Nannies is excited to be part of a unique wedding show taking place on October 2nd. Check out their website to learn all about it. It will not be the normal wedding show! If you or anyone you [...]
Posted in Industry News, Salaries, Laws, and Taxes on Jul 28th, 2011
Are you curious about how to handle automobile insurance as a nanny driving children? Let us answer your questions by checking out today’s blog about general insurance information! Automobile insurance provides coverage for family members who cause injury or property damage while driving an automobile. Unfortunately, there are many exclusions and exceptions. A nanny is [...]
Posted in Industry News on Jul 11th, 2011
Greetings Nannies! As we all know, being a nanny can be isolating sometimes. We encourage you all to make connections with other nanny’s through playgroups, nanny associations, and online nanny communities. Here are some great links of places you can connect and share! Nanny Associations: Northwest Nanny Association International Nanny Association Nanny Blogs: Regarding Nannies [...]
Posted in Industry News, Salaries, Laws, and Taxes on Jun 15th, 2011
A nanny agency in the Northeast called GTM is doing a survey of nannies for a presentation at our annual Association of Premier Nanny Agencies(APNA) conference in September. The presentation is to help agencies across the country understand more about what nannies want from us! So, if you could help us all serve you better [...]
Posted in Fun with Kids on Apr 14th, 2011
Have an old digital camera lying around? Why not make use of it on a rainy day by letting your charges explore their inner photographer! There are many different ways to manage this sort of activity. You can direct them to take pictures of their favorite things or have them take pictures of items that [...]
Posted in Industry News on Apr 28th, 2010
Nannies looking for a way to network and learn more about their chosen profession should consider joining the International Nanny Association (INA) and attending their annual conference. The INA is a non-profit association serving nannies, families and nanny agencies by providing information, education, and guidance. This year’s conference takes place May 20th-May 23rd in San Francisco! Check [...]
Posted in Fun with Kids on Apr 21st, 2010
Tomorrow is the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day! There are tons of events around Puget Sound this week and weekend to particiapte in. Check out lists of events from Red Tricycle, and Parent Map. Earth Day is a great reminder to talk with children about enivronmental issues and how they can help the earth. Below are some links [...]
Posted in Fun with Kids on Mar 18th, 2010
Spring begins this weekend and it finally feels like it in the Pacific Northwest! Easter is also around the corner which means planning Easter Egg Hunts. Check out the comprehensive list from Red Tricycle for all the Egg Hunts in the area. Seattle Area Easter Egg Hunts