QuoteReplyTopic: Temporary nanny- what to pay? Posted: 19 December 2011 at 11:21am
My partner and I are heading away for 2 nights, 3 days. We are getting a friend (ECE) teacher to look after our 2 toddlers. She would be living in our house.
Can anyone suggest a fair way to work out pay etc? Or, in your experience- what have you paid a sitter in the past?
She isn't a close friend...I guess a 'new friend' is the best way to describe her. I was thinking that exact figure. She has no idea what she should be paid..so thats why I want to get a few peoples point of views/opinions etc.
thanks.
I would work out what you think she is worth per hour and then deduct board and food perhaps?
$13/hr is minimum wage. I think you can pay less for "on call rate" which is what I would class as when the kids are in bed. (e.g. So $13/hr for 12hrs/day and less than that for 12hrs/day.)
So I would be thinking a little bit more than $100/day maybe. Though I'm not sure if it will be taxed or not and I guess you might take that into account also.
I'm not sure - I don't have much experience with childcare rates, so this post possibly isn't any use to you, sorry!
I haven't been in this situation but would agree more than $100 per day as she is totally responsible 24 hours for your children, and also the hassle of living in your home, away from her own home.
A nanny agency should be able to help but kiwigal's figure sounds more reasonable.
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum