subject: Nanny Services A Better Career Option [print this page] Nanny jobsare for those who love children and love to work for them, take care of them and enjoy being with them. Nanny services have become a career path in the US and abroad. Busy schedule in the office and too much job responsibilities have given a boost to the nanny service industry. Almost all the families want nannies for their wards and want to focus on their career so that they can build a better future for their children but, they do not want to get their kids handled by an inexperienced and unprofessional individual. They need someone who is skilled and experienced as well as enjoys the job of being with children. Nanny jobs have been in trend since 19th century. They were then known as nurse especially for children. Today, nanny services have brought forth a full grown nanny employment industry.
Nanny Service can be chosen as a career path as it gives a gratifying experience and opportunities to learn new things, culture, places and meet people. In terms of monetary contentment, it gives a good remuneration depending on the families and number of children. It is important to know the skills required for a nanny and the responsibilities of a nanny. A nanny has to be very patient and trustworthy. She should have the patience to listen and follow the instructions given by the parents. As the parents will be relying upon the nanny for their children and their upbringing, they need someone who is very trustworthy. Hence, the placement agency does a strict reference check for past experience, crime and driving records. Nannies are given the responsibilities of childcare and safety of the child, which is why nannies need to be reliable.
Child care and child related tasks are the basic activities of a nanny, like feeding, bathing, administrating changing the diapers, dressing etc. Child related tasks would include cleaning bottles, arranging the play area, interacting with kids and assisting in school works etc. At least two years of past experience in works pertaining to children under strict supervision is mandatory as the job of nanny will not be supervised. A nanny is the embodiment of love, care and emotion for the children.
If you think all these qualities and experience you possess, a bright career awaits you. You can find a number of registered nanny placement agencies in and around your area or on internet. Go through their websites and send them your latest resume. Once the interview is successful, you will be assigned the small job like summer nanny so as to hone your skills and then bigger assignments.
