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Household Management 101
By Kellie Geres, Regarding Nannies Development Team Today starts a new series on Regarding Nannies. I will be introducing you to the wonderful world of Household Management. I have been a nanny for almost 23 years. With all the families I have worked with, I have held some type of household management responsibilities. With each [...]
Reflections of the 2011 INA Conference
by Brandi Hylton Have you ever wanted to attend an INA Conference and never done so? That was me until this year. I was so determined to attend that I told family and friends “I will go. Even if I have to sell everything, cancel my cable, and even give up my mocha’s from Starbucks??” [...]
Weekend Round-Up May 23-27
On this Memorial Weekend, don’t forget to take some time to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. Some Gave All, All Gave Some Here are the links to this week’s articles in case you missed one! Monday Moxie: Nanny Palooza Tuesday Tips: Graduation Ideas Wednesday Creative Nanny: Activities for Older Kids Thursday [...]
Anatomy of a Work Agreement Part Five
by Kellie Geres, Regarding Nannies Development Team As we continue developing or improving your work agreement, one important clause to included is a Confidentiality Clause (CC). A CC is an agreement between parties that assigns penalties if certain information is shared. A CC not only protects you, but the family as well. As a nanny, [...]
A Few of My Favorite Things: Kellie’s Favorites
As 2010 comes to a close, I want to share with you some of my favorite sites that I enjoy visiting, sharing and find myself just spending time reading, wishing and dreaming … In my next life I want to have all the free time available to be as crafty and creative as I can. [...]
Best of Regarding Nannies 2010: Kellie’s choice
Going back through our posts, I have so many favorites. I’m passionate about Nanny Groups, so enjoyed the series Taking Your Nanny Group to the Next Level. Then there are the Meet the Nanny interviews. How to choose? Then I came across this post and reading it again, then one more time, it brought about [...]
Nanny Training Programs & Furthering Your Education
By Kellie Geres, Regarding Nannies Development Team Enhancing your skill level can set you apart from other nannies vying for the same position, and ultimately earn you more money. Investing in yourself and your education shows agencies and parents that you are a professional; keep current with trends and information important to them as parents [...]
Anatomy of a Work Agreement Part Four
by Kellie Geres Regarding Nannies Development Team We continue our discussion of Policy & Procedure with some additional thoughts you’ll want to consider when creating or revising a work agreement. Many nannies face the day when they start their own families. The question then arises; will I be able to bring my own child to work with me? Some [...]
INA Service Award Pins
Last year in celebration of INA’s 25th anniversary, the association launched the INA Service Award Pin program. This program will continue for the 26th Annual INA Conference. I asked a few of last years pin recipients to share with our readers what receiving their INA Service Award Pin meant to them. Here are a few [...]
Anatomy of a Work Agreement: Part Three
by Kellie Geres, Regarding Nannies Development Team As we continue along in our series, we’re going to be discussing Policy & Procedures in the workplace. One area you want to detail and be in agreement is your work vehicle. If you use your own vehicle for work or one is provided for your use, there [...]
