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Nanny |
A nanny is an experienced childcare provider. Although a nanny may or may not have specialized training in childcare or child
development, a nanny usually has extensive experience working with children.
A nanny is employed by a family on a live-in or live-out basis to undertake all tasks related to the children in her care. A nanny’s
primary function is to care for and to interact with the children in a safe and nurturing environment. A nanny may also promote the
physical, social, intellectual and emotional health of the children in her care by providing age appropriate activities and opportunities.
Some light housekeeping pertaining to the children may also be provided by your nanny, including:
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- Keeping the children's rooms tidy and encouraging the children to do the same
- Tending to the children's laundry
- Simple meal preparation for the children
- Running simple errands such as picking up dry cleaning
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On average, nannies work between 40-60 hours per week. Live-in nannies typically earn a salary of $600-1000 per week and live-out
nannies typically earn $15-20 per hour.
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Newborn Care Specialist |
A newborn care specialist provides care of newborn babies during their first few weeks of life. Most newborn specialists do have
specialized training, but most are not trained nurses.
Newborn care specialists are capable of providing around the clock care for infants and may be employed to work nights (8-12 hour
shifts) or 24 hour shifts. Newborn care specialists typically earn $15-25 per hour.
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Babysitter |
A babysitter provides supervisory care of children on a part-time,
as needed basis.
Typically babysitters earn $14-20 per hour depending on the number
of children in their care.
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“Family Helpers has an evening and
weekend babysitting service for
parents who wish to hire part-time
pre-screened caregivers.” |
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Mother's Helper |
A mother’s helper is a childcare assistant. While the term mother’s helper is often used interchangeably with the term nanny, there is
a significant difference between the two. A mother’s helper lacks the training and experience a nanny may have and is not qualified to
be left alone with the children for extended periods of time. A mother’s helper may also assist with light housekeeping.
Mother’s helpers work up to 40 hours per week and earn $14 per hour and up.
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Postpartum Doula |
A doula is a professional postpartum care provider. In Greek, the term doula means “woman who serves woman.” Doulas help new
mothers with basic baby care and may run errands, babysit older children and provide light housekeeping.
Typically, doulas work four to eight hours per day for two to three weeks after the birth of a new baby. Doulas are always employed
on a live-out basis. On average, a doula earns $20-25 per hour.
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Elderly Care Companion |
A companion cares for an older individual who is in need of non-medical assistance to successfully live independently. A companion
will help with light housekeeping, run errands, and transport their client to and from appointments. Companions also provide quality
interaction with their clients.
Companions may be employed on a live-in or live-out basis. Live-in companions earn a minimum of $700 per week and live-out
companions earn $15-20 per hour.
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Housekeeper |
A Housekeeper is employed by the family to tend to the home. A housekeeper may clean the entire home, do grocery shopping,
prepare meals, tend to laundry and keep the home tidy and in order. Housekeepers may also do occasional babysitting, if they have
childcare experience.
Housekeepers may be employed on a live-in or live-out basis. Live-in housekeepers earn a minimum of $700 per week and live-out
housekeepers earn $20-25 per hour.
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EMPLOYMENT TAXES |
We require our Helpers to provide us with their Social Security Number and proof that they are legally able to accept employment in
the United States.
It is required by law that all household employers pay Social Security, Medicare, and Federal unemployment taxes on all household
employees. Upon your Helper requests, you must also withhold federal and state taxes from your employee’s paycheck.
Depending on where you live, you may also be liable for state unemployment and/or disability taxes. Contact the IRS and your State
Department of Labor, or one of the following household payroll and tax service providers for more information.
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Breedlove & Associates call 888-273-3356 or visit
GTM Payroll Services 888-432-7972 or visit www.gtm.com
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