If you’ve been with someone for awhile, you definitely deserve a raise. Cost of living does go up. If you started at $12/hr, 4 years later you shouldn’t still be at $12/hr.
I totally agree, A Nanny is a job like anything else, and every employee deserves a raise with time, if they do a good job, are reliable, and provide stability and good care.
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
as a nanny, $12-$15 an hour is low pay for a full time nanny. for a once in a while date night i’d say that’s fine but don’t lowball a professional. It’s annoying to go to an interview and listen to what a parent expects from you and then have them tell you they’re only going to pay you $12/hr.
Imagine having a full time job, caring for a family with multiple children, making 12$/hr, having no benefits, no room for advancement or raises. That is your FULL TIME JOB. If you can't afford to give someone reasonable pay for their FULL TIME JOB, you likely aren't a good fit for hiring a nanny. Think of it from the Nanny's point of view Kyra, would you live a comfortable life in your area if you only made 12/hr with no hope for a raise?
@@destinyharris2952 No, actually it is not. It's not illegal to put a camera anywhere in your own home. Your home, you can do whatever you want. The only thing u can't do is film someone in a private place (ie bathroom, shower, changing room, etc) without their consent. That goes for your home or a public place. Other than that u are free to video tape whoever, wherever u want.
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
I'm 50, I'm a certified child development caregiver, I have CPR/AED/First Aid certifications, have taught preschool in an accredited school for 10 years and have been a nanny for 10 years. I think that others have no clue about what a nanny really does. I am Mom when mom is not available. I do laundry, cleaning, cooking, all childcare, teaching, crafts, lesson plans etc. I could never accept (and most reputable nannies couldn't) less than $15 but normal in the nanny industry is upwards of $20-$30 an hour, with raises yearly and pay commiserate with experience.. It IS actually a full career path and there are NCS that have more experience than most parents. I've also raised my own children who are now 25. So bringing awareness to the field is imperative to keep good people in the nanny world. Also making sure your nanny knows just what an invaluable part of the household she is and how important she/he is to your family goes a long way in having (and keeping ) a fantastic nanny.
Thank you! 💗 Where do you recommend becoming a certified child development caregiver? I've never heard of that! Sounds like something it'd be great for parents to take too!
@@spicytaco7857 please don’t call them a “b*tch” because it is clear that dogs can not comment on TH-cam videos and umm you don’t even know if they’re a female 😂
I was thinking the same thing target pays 14 an hr lol and no ones throwing fits or needs their butts cleaned lol I think daycare get like 20-30 an hr so a private kn home person should be more than that bc they do more for your kids and while family maybe it's just based in where you live or Myra gets it on the cheap cheap and dont wanna let em know lol
because when you’re 15 typically a grocery store wouldn’t hire you. a lot of babysitters are 12-16 and can’t get real jobs. some people may like kids if they’re over that age
You don't think nannies need raises??? 🤦🤦🤦 The cost of living goes up every year. Thats why people from every career need a yearly raise. Also a caregiver should definitely set their rates. Be ready to negotiate but if youre CPR certified, open availability, willing to work through nights or be on call you should be asking at the low end $17.
Completely agree with you! I am a full-time nanny and I get yearly raises. I also set my rate, which just requires searching for a family who is willing to pay what I charge.
I nanny professionally. I feel like she is talking about the “I’m in college, or until I find my real job nanny.” Those of us that do this as a career this information is not accurate at all.
Agreed! I started at $18/hr for one kid and now two years later, there’s another baby and I’m making $22/hr. You also have to think about benefits. A lot of families don’t provide insurance. How can you thrive on making $13/hr, paying rent and insurance? Can’t you work at a fast food place for $15/hr?
$15 is actually the minimum wage in Canada ( at least in Alberta). However if your working in a accredited daycare you get a government top up for everything every you are in ratio. But the top up depends on your level of child care you have ( level 1, level 2, or level 3)
LOL i have been working with my job for 4 years and im not even close to 13 dollars an hour and i got my first raise after 4 years a month ago. still not close to 13.
Just wanted to say if anyone is nervous about asking for a raise. Don't be. Annual raises are very common (or at least they're suppose to be) in the business world. There is nothing wrong with asking as long as the timing is right. Know your worth ♡
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
I am a professional nanny. I always ask upfront if the family has cameras, not that I am doing anything wrong but I have a right to know. Some families don’t like to say anything which is crazy haha. If you can’t pay your nanny a reasonable wage for x amount of kids, then you should rethink your options for childcare. Quality care = Quality pay. Nannies should be getting a raise each year
She and Oscar are home, either of them work, only doing YT, which is really not an actually, job. It's spending a minutes out of their day in recording. They took the lazy way out!
Yeah it is illegal but some families don’t really care. Always a good question to ask during the interview process. If you happen to get the job, make sure it is mentioned in your contract Ex: “ parents agree to notify nanny/sitter should work place be under any sort of surveillance at any given time. Surveillance sill not extend to bathroom “ Also I am not hating on Kyra in anyway! Wages depend on the state you work in + experience etc.
The main thing, I think, is having a nanny is a luxury. If you can't afford childcare at a center, then you definitely cannot afford a nanny. I think you would be surprised how many parents assume nannies only work because they like kids, and that they should be at your beck and call no matter what. I love kids, yes, but not enough to only make $60 a day. This is my job. I have bills, and my own life. My life does not revolve around your needs. I can for sure, 100%, be flexible. But there are limits.
Kyra kinda seemed like the “nanny” would be at her beck and call any time she needs it. That part bothered me a little. A nanny is a job and you have set hours for that job. It’s not whenever you feel like having them come over... 🤨
@@SherlockH4688 Yes. What u described is a "babysitter". A part time job. Being a "nanny" is a full time, mostly set hours, hopefully some educational classes, CPR certified, a career. BIG difference! I think saying u have a "nanny" makes her (Kyra) sound a little more legit, a little more adult or self-important.
Unfortunately some people (like me) is not (I’m from Germany) but I’m a single mom who is new in a city and don’t have friends or family. I need a baby sitter sometimes (I wish I would have them regularly) but I can’t afford. Minimum wage here (Berlin) 10€. I’m willing to pay 15 for my 11 month old daughter, because I do look for quality, it’s my child safety! But I really cannot afford more, I wish I could and if I did (if I was in kyra position) I would give 25-30€ at least for 1 child. But I can’t! And I need one. So what can I do? Ya know? So I’m not sure about it being a luxury. I respect nannies and I don’t expect them to be on call. I would do it in advance appointments, but I can’t offer more.
Exactly. When I interview with a family and they ask my wage requirements I remind them this is my full time job, I'm over 30 and have big kid bills lol
I am constantly getting booked as a nanny by many families! I charge 20-25 dollars an hour! If you want to know how I am doing so well on care.com I can make a video! 10-15 dollars an hour is NOT enough!
Same girl where I go to college I charge 20 an hour for one kid alone and rates go up as the number of children go up. Most parents who respect babysitters and nannies don’t have a problem paying higher rates because they understand that having one is a luxury and will cost more than a daycare or a friend watching your kid.
Jennie Olmsted sane almost I’ve been babysitting since I was 10 literally. The whole time I was CPR and First Aid certified also in those 9 years I have earned other certifications in child development and other things including national certifications. Because I have so many and I am qualified, also because of cost of living the lowest I charge is $20 an hour and that’s for one child and my rates are actually about to go up as well. Parents don’t have a problem with that rate as they understand that having someone to look after your child is a luxury.
Just a heads up. A nanny is not an independent contractor (1099) this is a tax evasion and if you get caught you will have to pay back taxes to the IRS. You have to give your nanny a W-2 because the nanny is your employee.
As a professional nanny, I appreciate that you tell people up front there's cameras everywhere. I basically always work assuming there are cameras. I've been a professional nanny since 2006 when the teddy bear cams were popular lol. The average rate for 3 children, especially so young, is about $20/per hour. I appreciate you being selective, but $13-15 would be for 1 MAYBE 2 kids. If the range is 12-25 the 25 would basically for 3+. So just consider your options. Also, I'm not sure why you quoted "career path", but it IS an actual career for people, so please keep that in mind.
You... Stay at home, correct? Or do I not know something and you work full time? Or do you just have someone part time while you edit videos, and whatnot? I don't watch regularly and didn't know you have a nanny. I am a nanny, a professional full time nanny. I command $25 an hour, but with education in early childhood education and years of experience, that makes sense. And if someone wants to lowball me and offer less, I would politely decline. If you can't afford to pay for a good nanny well... You get what you pay for. If someone has nanny cams, that's okay. I expect a person to have them. Not a big deal. Honestly, if you want a quality nanny, care.com is okay... I have used them as a caregiver. But the real quality, smart, background checked and experienced nannies who are in it professionally, you find through nanny agencies. Nannies don't need to be college girls. It sounds kind of like you have babysitters, not really a nanny. I like to distinguish between the two.
Katie On The Daily yeah I thought her only job was a TH-camr, and therefore stays at home. I do not think she has an actual career so why she needs a full-time nanny, I do not know.
You’re actually supposed to give your nannies a W2, not a 1099 - they are not independent contractors. You as an employer should be paying into your nanny’s social security, unemployment, etc. And raises should occur annually regardless of if if there is an addition to the family. It’s important to remember that this is someone’s livelihood, not just a babysitting job. I’ve been a nanny for 9 years and had babysitting experience prior to that so I know these things from experience. I highly suggest you do some more research.
Yeah, also a full time nanny here and unfortunately a lot of what she said applies more for babysitters than a nanny.... for 12-15$ for 2+ kids I wouldn't even consider.
I understand where you are coming from with the whole not trusting people who say they’ve been babysitting since they were 8 or younger but at the same time you have to remember there are people (for example myself) who grew up watching younger siblings/family members on their own as young as 8/9 and even started to babysit for local families at 13! It is rare but we do exist!
I started babysitting after quitting a horrible job and literally love it. I landed a job at an accounting firm and still try to babysit them as much as I can because it’s seriously so much fun 🥺 I love how excited they get to see me and how appreciated I feel by this family. Such a blessing
You CANNOT give a nanny who works more than 49 hrs in a year a 1099. The IRS can come for you as an employer and heavily penalize you if they find out you gave an employee a 1099. Or if the IRS finds out the nanny has the wrong form, believe me you'll be the first one thrown under the bus. Research wisely!
You should do the baby mama dance because imagine if the prank that Oscar did was true, and your water did break😂💓 You have a few weeks till baby girl comes out❤️
I was a trained nanny and my starting rate was $25/hr. I also had a yearly raise commensurate with the inflation rate (2-3%). I’m in o Australia though where the minimum wage is higher.
I think there is a difference between "babysitting" and "nannying"... So yes, I have had ten years "babysitting" however I have only been "nannying" for 2 years. But I can see how that would be confusing for both parents and those trying to get a job.. Babysitting: watching kids for short periods of time (date night, grocery shopping, cleaning, ect...). Most of the time they do not feed, bath, drive, ect.. Nannying: More of a 9-5 type job. Watching children for long periods of time. Need to feed, bath, watch, play, drive, ect.
I’m not sure if she realizes that some people are forced to grow up fast and their for have been watching and babysitting their siblings since before they were even out of elementary school.
Reading these comments make me FEEL SO MUCH BETTER on why I’m quitting bb sitting for my neighbor! Thank you ! You guys helped. I’m definitely a push over& been pushed over . Edit : 200.00 a week 2yr. Old & 5 yr. old , 4 dogs, light cleaning, took dogs to vet once, took kids to dr. Appointments, go to their house (across the street) , the mom would call and ask to take the kids to my house when she wanted her alone time when she called off of work (I couldn’t take them to my house any other time- she had cameras so wanted to keep an eye out) , id pick them up from school when needed, (they got older and in school eventually) I’d wait for payment if they didn’t have it on Friday. To their defense tho:: I wasn’t considered a nanny. I didn’t sing them ABCs all day , I did talk and care and joke tho. I was just kinda like the “cool aunt” watching tv quite a bit. I did drink their sodas, and ate (snack size)what they would eat for lunch. The last couple weeks tho, I don’t think the mom liked me anymore. Ohh. Ya. I do have first aid/ cpr, and fingerprint clearance card & food handlers because I work in healthcare. I have to update all that stuff every couple years. I had to be here at 8a- to as late as 6p usually 5p m-f I did call off on an average about 3 times a month. Because I would have to go to meetings at my real job. I worked p/t overnight in a grouphome. When the kids went to school full time my pay was 80-90 $ a week . All day Friday cuz the school here is Monday-Thursday only. I wrote a lot!
Tell you right now..I'm cringing.I wouldn't watch a strangers kids for $12 an hour. Kids are alot of work. Coming from a person who comes from a family of 7 and 7 nieces/nephews.
Hey Kyra, I have been here since you started. I can't believe how much you guys have grown and love seeing your videos. This video also struck something with me as I am an Early childhood Educator and currently Nanny. although I do not know what you pay your nanny, I just want to mention 12-15 is pretty low especially if you expect anything other than watching your kids. Being a nanny is a profession, everyday you leave your child's well-being and lives in our hands. Please for everyone watching, I hope you pay your nannies well because it is not worth having someone get tired/upset with their job and taking it out on the children or just not trying their hardest when you're not around. They have bills to pay, lives to go home to as well.
Just an idea regarding why there aren’t profile pictures on some of the online profiles.. I worked in nursery’s here in the U.K. (daycares to you guys), ages 0-5yrs. I’m much older now (10yrs older than you Kyra!), so I’m not ashamed now, but back when I was younger & working my literal butt off - if I went for new jobs, it was so obvious I was turned down & not even considered before the interview was started because of my size. I’m plus size, this has never ever stopped me running after toddlers or children, rolling around on the floor with them, changing diapers, making snacks & cooking meals from scratch, vacuuming, cleaning, disinfecting, washing, soothing, cuddling, rocking babies to sleep (often more than one at a time!) - weight doesn’t determine how active, nurturing, or hard working I was; but I was pre judged before I’d even opened my mouth or they’d heard my work experience. It may be the case that some of them men / women just don’t want to be dismissed straight away. If you ever see a profile that hasn’t got a picture but peaks your interest, I’m more than sure they’ll send you one in private. I also would never post a picture personally of me with someone else’s children, & although I had little nieces & a nephew back then who I took care of & played a huge active roll in their lives at the time, they’re now grown & in their teens. I don’t know anyone else with kids! Great pointers though :) First aid certificates are definitely a must in my opinion. x
Laura Williams ok... maybe your assuming the parents aren’t interested in you because your “plus size” Unless someone comes right out and says it then aren’t you judging them? I’ve never interviewed for a nanny position that I didn’t get the job, however if that were to happen I would contact the family and ask them what was lacking in my resume or interview. So maybe say something like this... “Thank you for taking the time to speak with me, I’m happy you found a nanny that meets the needs of your family. I’m always looking to better myself and my skills, can you please share with me what your new nanny offered that I did not, or can you tell me how I can improve myself in your opinion.” I think you’d be surprised what you would learn. It’s probably less about your size, and maybe it’s you not feeling confident or something. Getting feedback is super important and helps us grow ourselves even when it’s not always positive. Best of Luck being a nanny is a full on job, but the rewards are incredible.
Laura Williams I am from the U.K. and worked as a nanny for many years. I worked for a lot of aristocratic family’s and found that some of these family’s would definitely not look at anyone bigger than a size 12 ( I think that’s a 10 in the U.S ) .... and there seemed to be some kind of competition to see who had the prettiest nanny! Thankfully the family’s I worked for were all lovely, but some of the girls I knew in the nanny circles I worked in, struggled to sometimes get jobs, even though they were fantastic nanny’s with great references! Uuuurgh, you would think it was more important for someone to be capable, fun and competent when looking after your children, not what size they are or how pretty! ☹️
Sam I Am Thanks Sam! Exactly!! Absolutely broke my heart. I was between the ages of 17-20 at the time (32 now.. time flies!) & I won’t lie, as a teen it really knocked my confidence. I went both through an agency & advertised independently, I took extra outside courses in CV writing back then to make sure everything was ‘polished’, I also went out of my way to get second / third opinions by colleges etc on it in case I could change it, there was nothing wrong with my CV, qualifications or experience. I dressed smart, always got on well with the little ones, & sometimes either spent a day or morning / afternoon as a ‘trial’, but it never went any further. I was finally sat down by said ‘agency’ & asked if I’d ‘ever considered losing weight’ ! Despite being visible distressed I told them that my weight had little to do with my capabilities in terms of doing my job. I’d never had time off, I was always active, & never tired easily. I’m asthmatic & often was on steroid treatment but mines allergy related (not severe - but growing up I was on a ton of steroid treatments, & despite continuously being active I was never able to shift all of the weight. I was 5’9” back then & a size 18/20 for reference!) I even went to evening exercise classes just to increase my stamina & make sure I stayed fit even after a full weeks work in a nursery (pre-fat shaming !) The agency tried to insinuate that a few of the parents ‘had concerns’ regarding ‘my size’, to which I sharply responded that they could have asked me about it at the time, & I’d rather not work for anyone if they’d rather judge my capabilities based on my size. Someone I went to college with ended up confiding in me after a little ranty status I made on Facebook (she ended up becoming an au pair), she’d developed an ED. She was a size 14 but one family she worked for constantly made little remarks, & finally it got her down. She’s doing wonderfully all these years later & even has her own family, she ended up working with a really great family & travelling the world with them but it understandably knocked the confidence out of her. It was only then I realised how competitive the world of nannying was & I decided to take a step back from it all. I’m so glad you highlighted this issue as well. I don’t think many people outside of the U.K. quite understand just how much fat shaming goes on regarding nannying (or any job for that matter). As a fat person, you KNOW that ‘look’, & it has nothing to do with self esteem / confidence, it’s just common sense. I hope you’re enjoying your nannying job Sam if you do still work in the field ! I do miss working with children. I found out 5 years ago I have 2 genetic chronic disabilities, & I’m no longer able to work. Im glad I spent the time I did working with little ones though, it’s so special watching them grow & thrive ☺️ xx
TheTuesday11 Hey :) Thank you for your response. I’m 32 now & I’ve been there, done that & got the T-shirt as the saying goes. I always asked for feedback; at least from the jobs I bothered to hear back from. You may be interested to hear both Sam & I’s responses above this comment but below yours for more understanding on nannying in the U.K. It’s a very different ball game to what it is the US where I feel you aren’t half as judged as you are here. Nannies here are somewhat seen as ‘trophies’ - for lack of better wording - & although those qualifications are needed, they also definitely go with looks. It had nothing to do with self esteem or confidence back then, I had the same as any teen or young adult really, my size never held me back from doing the job I loved :) All the best!
Laura Williams I understand it’s different everywhere you go. I’ve nannied in the USA , UK, Abu Dhabi and currently in Switzerland and I’ve seen nannies in every shape, size, color etc in all these different places. In fact I’ve witnessed the exact opposite of what you described. I’ve seen many a wives wanting a less attractive nanny so not to “threaten” her marriage. This has been publicly spoken in many conversations. I guess it just shows no matter where you are in the world people are well.... “interesting” 😂 I myself have never worked with such families, and hope to never involve myself with people like this. All the best
Where I live minimum wage is $15.50 and nannies and babysitters range for wages is $18-$30 per hour and if you’re a full time nanny you are usually paying up to $45 per hour, and the government requires raises for nannies and babysitters because of cost of living goes up every year
I used to be a nanny for 5 years and it sucks. I love the children but the mother's where always gone and they have the audacity to called themselves stay home mom 🙄🙄 is a lot of responsibility and it opens your eyes to a lot of things but it also opens your heart. I love every single baby I care for, but the parents.....
I’ve been a nanny for 2 years and I’m 19 almost 20 I love being a nanny because it’s amazing to be able to watch and be a part of children lives! The first years of a child’s life is very important and to be able to be apart of that and help them learn and grow is very special and rewarding
Make sure to look into federal and state level domestic workers laws - including time off, overtime, taxes and many more topics. It always helps to be informed. Also rates vary hugely based on location. I live in a major city so obviously my rate reflects that!
Rhianon Eastwood I once was hired to do a date night sitting job for two kids 18 months and 4. I got to the house, spoke with the parents and hung out with the kids. I only thought there were just two kids. Once I put them to bed, I started to clean up and heard someone in the house. Turns out, the family had a 4 month old and hired a baby nurse to look after her 24/7 (turns out she had two baby nurses for one baby) I was offered a part time position to help with the two kids, parents had two other full time nannies and a full time house keeper, oh and the mom was a SAHM.
I babysit 2 kids ages 3 and 6. 8 hours a day. Cleaning the house, cleaning, cooking, baking, taking kids to the park etc. The 6 year old goes to school so on days where I'm primarily just with the 3 year old I make $20 for the day. When I have both for 8 hours I make $40 for the day.
Yesss! Confidence is so important! In every job interview, but especially when it comes to someone who is helping care for our kids. We want to feel confident in you, but first you have to feel it yourself.
My nanny upon interview said her rate was $11 I gave her $15 even though it’s only 8hrs a week. My kids are sometimes difficult and this is a job after all
I’m 22 years old and I’ve been around kids/ working with kids since I was 13. I started being a mommy’s helper whether I went to the grocery store with them to be extra eyes or even while they cleaned there house. I was constantly nannying throughout high school, I would rather nanny than party! 🤷🏼♀️ I’m graduating with a elementary education degree and I have realized that nannying in HS/college that it was the most rewarding job I could ever do. Seeing how much you helped the parents and even helped the kids is truly incredible. I still talk to the kids/parents that I helped when I was 13 because that’s how much of an impact a nanny can be! ❤️
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.💐🌹🌷
As a full-time nanny, I could never work for a family for less than $15/hr. It’s my full-time job and not only am I feeding and caring for your children, I also have a degree in child development. I help with tutoring and/or preschool curriculum in reading, writing, math and science. I also work on emotional intelligence/emotional regulation, behavior, and motor development. I’d never do all of those things for less than $15/hr. Also the more kids, the higher the cost. You pay for quality care, experience, and education. Also: After a year, there should be a raise. This is a full-time job without many benefits (no PTO, no insurance, etc.) so you need to pay for it to be worthwhile for the nanny. Also also: taxes can be covered by the parents with Surepay!! SUPER easy for the parents AND the nanny.
The CPR certified part is so true! I got certified because I was watching a little boy with pretty bad asthma. I now have a full time job but loved babysitting so much I apply for some jobs around my schedule. Adding the CPR certified part got a lot of extra offers.
I’m 17 and am a nanny, and it’s the best career I could ever imagine. Super lucky to be able to grow with the family. Been with them for a year and couldn’t imagine life without them ☺️🥰
$13-$15 in LA is unrealistic. LA is more like $20-$22. If you are lowballed, NEGOTIATE, or walk away. The opportunities are so abundant. Also, the family is required to tell you if they have cameras, hidden or not. To record you without your knowledge or permission is illegal.
i gave examples of like working in the nursery at church or helped in my moms day care so i grew up being around young kids forever, and went more in depth in interviews....being a nanny is the best job ive ever had and i love having a job i enjoy while doing college
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.🌷🌹💐
Great info! I recently became a nanny, I'm so excited. I'm starting this upcoming week and I think it'll be alot of fun! It's actually a decrease in pay for me, but I can supplement the rest of my income waiting tables; I just feel like it's a much more rewarding career. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, arts and crafts, going out into town and doing things, so I just gravitated towards it. I'm hoping for a great experience.
Im 18 and i have been watching kids for 8 years though😭 I used to watch my next door neighbors kids. In my neighborhood the houses are very close together so they trusted me because they knew if an emergency happened i could just go to my house.
I actually did start babysitting when I was 9, right before turning 10. But that’s just because my mom left my baby brother with me. I was the oldest too. But I would also not be okay with that, mostly people haven’t.
The comments are disabled on the newest okbaby video, but just wanted to say... good for Oscar for making him work off his debts, and not letting that just slide! Haha hopefully he didn’t get into much trouble, but $500 is a lot for fortnite. Haha 😂
Saw that! He should have grounded a month, or so. That was a crime he committed. A felony................ he could have been charged with, no age matter.
What??? he is young.. I felt sorry for him because the entire world saw this now everyone in school is going to laugh or maybe bully him... I just feel this is the greatest bunishment he gets... I think Oscar is so good to him though cause he deals with him very nice when he was punishing him..
@@arleneortiz6693 Don't forget that he's just a young kid that's going through a really hard time right now because of his parents divorce. He reminds me a lot of my younger brother right now.... since we are going through a similar thing with dad enjoying his new life without kids. Don't be to hard on him. It might be his way of coping with all of this.
@@annelieke4406 His mother should've been taking him to counseling, instead of flying cross country and partying. He will be using this excuse for the rest of his life.
@@sarahobaid8713 If it embarrassed or humiliated him that is even better! The child stole from someone. If they don't teach him now and make it count, he will just think it's no big deal next time! If he was to do that to a stranger or kid at school he could have been sent to juvenile hall, had a record or in school it would have gone on his school record and followed him for years! Hopefully the embarrassment will make him think twice if he considers doing it again.
I think the 10 years thing come from experience not necessarily Babysitting. As a kid I remember volunteering at my church watching over the little ones. So I think it’s just experience, I don’t know
Honestly I’ve been babysitting for 6 years and I’m 19 years old (but 20 this month lol) But I used to babysit with my sister when I was 9 years old. Being a nanny I see these kids as my own and often call them my kids when under my care. I love what I do. Thank you for making this video for me to think about my own kids in the future
Average pay for a nanny in the southern ontario area right now is $20-25/h That is strictly childcare. Cost goes up if you want housekeeping and meal prep
as someone who was forced to raise her younger sister, and her new born cousin from the age of 8... just stop. maybe YOU haven’t babysat since you were a child. but don’t tell others what they “did not” do😬
I really needed this! I’m 17 and have been babysitting since I was 12. But my youngest was only 3! And starting in a few weeks I’m gonna be babysitting INFANTS and I was nervous. Needed this, thank you!🥰
Hi! I just wanted to pop into the comment section to say: as a 17-year-old who has been babysitting for a bit, this video is one of my favorites I have seen of yours(I have been watching since Levi's first Xmas). I loved seeing you talk about a topic that is so relevant in my life, and I loved hearing you talk so honestly and openly. I am so excited to be nannying one of my favorite girls this summer and this video made me even more excited. I wanted to let you know how much you inspire me to be positive and so keep going. I love you and you're family so much!
I am a nanny and I love my job. Everyday I wake up without complaining. They don't use cameras or anything on me, but if they do I am totally fine with that and they don't even need to tell me that there are aome cameras. I never do anything parent won't me to do. I know how they would react and I react the same when the baby is naughty. I tell them everything, if she hurt herself while playing or did she cry.
You expect your nanny to completely run your household, children, cooking, cleaning, errands etc and you pay $15 an hour? Holy YIKES. 😬 No wonder your nanny is leaving.
I’m 13 and I’ve taken care of a 4 month old and a 3 year old at the same time. It was easy for me but I consider myself mature and responsible for my age
I've been around younger kids pretty much my whole life and I've been babysitting almost 2 years now and every single time I babysit I always tell the parents that they can pay me whatever they're comfortable with because I know everybody is in a different situation
As a nanny, the pay thing is a little off. It doesn’t just depend on what your comfortable with. I’d base my pay, off how many kids they have, the area does matter, and the amount of work. Which I know you kind of touched on, but nannies need to know their worth! ❤️
I wished I lived closer to you guys! I’m 10 years older than my brother (who’s now 16) and I’ve been nannying for a family who’s son is a month older than Levi and a little lady who’s 6 months younger than Alaya for 3 years, they love watching your little ones with me ❤️
No shade but the title should be 'Dear Babysitters and Nannies' without the apostrophes. I just think will draw more people with proper grammar and spelling
wow i wished i lived by you. i’ve been nannying while talking early childhood education classes at the community college!! any person would be lucky to spend their days with your precious babies!!
I’m a babysitter and have been for sooo long on and off. I’ve never babysat for a stranger. I’ve always babysat for friends or friends of the family. I can’t wait to see this video!
My mom is the older sister of 4. She babysat since 6 and practically raised one child at 9. So maybe not "experience" but maybe "experience babysitting my siblings" or "spent a lot of time with my little siblings"
I wish I lived closer... I would love to watch your kids! I have over 4+ years experience working in a daycare, working with children aged 5 months - 5 years! It's one of the most rewarding jobs.
Some people actually started babysitting very young. I was 11 and no that's not a lie. The first two kids I babysat were only 3 months old! I've been a professional nanny for about 10 years now and I'm 28 at this moment. So yes, some people start out very young. Also hourly prices for nanny's is very different in the US conpared to Europe. We don't make nearly as much which is sad because it means you have to work 50 hours a week and still don't have a great income.
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If you’ve been with someone for awhile, you definitely deserve a raise. Cost of living does go up. If you started at $12/hr, 4 years later you shouldn’t still be at $12/hr.
I totally agree, A Nanny is a job like anything else, and every employee deserves a raise with time, if they do a good job, are reliable, and provide stability and good care.
Plus your employers get raises every now & then presumably, so you should too!
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
Islam Yousfi المغترب Oh????
@@CarsonRad yeah 😊
as a nanny, $12-$15 an hour is low pay for a full time nanny. for a once in a while date night i’d say that’s fine but don’t lowball a professional. It’s annoying to go to an interview and listen to what a parent expects from you and then have them tell you they’re only going to pay you $12/hr.
Im not a nanny or anything but I figured it sounded low for such a big job.
I agree!
Agree!
I'm a nanny in Chicago.. $12-$15 is way to low!!! More like $16 for one child! With yearly raises!
In australia you wouldn't get a nanny for under $20 an hour
Imagine having a full time job, caring for a family with multiple children, making 12$/hr, having no benefits, no room for advancement or raises. That is your FULL TIME JOB. If you can't afford to give someone reasonable pay for their FULL TIME JOB, you likely aren't a good fit for hiring a nanny. Think of it from the Nanny's point of view Kyra, would you live a comfortable life in your area if you only made 12/hr with no hope for a raise?
Exactly especially since they're making Bank off of TH-cam
YES 🙏🙏 nothing wrong with having cameras, but TELL the babysitter, it’s just respect!
It's actually against the law in Alabama to video without telling them.
@@destinyharris2952 in your own house ? Glad I don't live their
@@destinyharris2952 No, actually it is not. It's not illegal to put a camera anywhere in your own home. Your home, you can do whatever you want. The only thing u can't do is film someone in a private place (ie bathroom, shower, changing room, etc) without their consent. That goes for your home or a public place. Other than that u are free to video tape whoever, wherever u want.
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
Islam Yousfi المغترب oml nooooo
I'm 50, I'm a certified child development caregiver, I have CPR/AED/First Aid certifications, have taught preschool in an accredited school for 10 years and have been a nanny for 10 years. I think that others have no clue about what a nanny really does. I am Mom when mom is not available. I do laundry, cleaning, cooking, all childcare, teaching, crafts, lesson plans etc. I could never accept (and most reputable nannies couldn't) less than $15 but normal in the nanny industry is upwards of $20-$30 an hour, with raises yearly and pay commiserate with experience.. It IS actually a full career path and there are NCS that have more experience than most parents. I've also raised my own children who are now 25. So bringing awareness to the field is imperative to keep good people in the nanny world. Also making sure your nanny knows just what an invaluable part of the household she is and how important she/he is to your family goes a long way in having (and keeping ) a fantastic nanny.
Thank you! 💗 Where do you recommend becoming a certified child development caregiver? I've never heard of that! Sounds like something it'd be great for parents to take too!
Hi! What is a NCS? How do you get to 20 to 30 an hour? Do you need a college degree? Can I use being a nanny as a career?
Give Kyla a raise girl lol
As a nanny living in Seattle I get pay raise every year. (Granted I'm with the same family) Nanny's should get raises..
Mercedes Tikkun I agree, I’m a nanny in Sacramento, and I have gotten a raise every year with the same family too!
I’m in Seattle too. When I worked in education, I saw a lot of very happy nanny’s in the Seattle area. Pay seems good.
Nannys do deserve a raise. Do you not realize that rent goes up too?
Ur wrong b*tch
Spicy Taco awww are you mad?awww 😔 heart ❤️ been broke 💔 so many times ⏰ i i don’t 🤷♀️ know what to believe 💭 yeah 👍
Andrea Gallego BAHAHAHHAA I DIIIEEDDD
@@spicytaco7857 I don’t know why people feel the need to call people slurs for just stating their opinion or a fact.
@@spicytaco7857 please don’t call them a “b*tch” because it is clear that dogs can not comment on TH-cam videos and umm you don’t even know if they’re a female 😂
Why would anyone nanny for $12-$15 with no benefits or raises when they could go bag groceries full time for that pay plus benefits and raises?
Chill B i feel like its the time flexibility idk or maybe you like kids im not sure
I was thinking the same thing target pays 14 an hr lol and no ones throwing fits or needs their butts cleaned lol I think daycare get like 20-30 an hr so a private kn home person should be more than that bc they do more for your kids and while family maybe it's just based in where you live or Myra gets it on the cheap cheap and dont wanna let em know lol
Because we love kids
Me thinking that's alot 🤣😭
because when you’re 15 typically a grocery store wouldn’t hire you. a lot of babysitters are 12-16 and can’t get real jobs. some people may like kids if they’re over that age
You don't think nannies need raises??? 🤦🤦🤦 The cost of living goes up every year. Thats why people from every career need a yearly raise.
Also a caregiver should definitely set their rates. Be ready to negotiate but if youre CPR certified, open availability, willing to work through nights or be on call you should be asking at the low end $17.
Completely agree with you! I am a full-time nanny and I get yearly raises. I also set my rate, which just requires searching for a family who is willing to pay what I charge.
I totally agree!
I nanny professionally. I feel like she is talking about the “I’m in college, or until I find my real job nanny.” Those of us that do this as a career this information is not accurate at all.
Agreed! I started at $18/hr for one kid and now two years later, there’s another baby and I’m making $22/hr. You also have to think about benefits. A lot of families don’t provide insurance. How can you thrive on making $13/hr, paying rent and insurance? Can’t you work at a fast food place for $15/hr?
@@ashleym6155 very true!
13-15$? Yikes. That's not even minimum wage where I live haha
Wages are way different in different states
@@KAR2788 I'm Canadian, but even so. Everyone deserves a living wage and 13-15$ is real low
$15 is actually the minimum wage in Canada ( at least in Alberta). However if your working in a accredited daycare you get a government top up for everything every you are in ratio. But the top up depends on your level of child care you have ( level 1, level 2, or level 3)
Minimum wage is $7.25 over here 😂
LOL i have been working with my job for 4 years and im not even close to 13 dollars an hour and i got my first raise after 4 years a month ago. still not close to 13.
Just wanted to say if anyone is nervous about asking for a raise. Don't be. Annual raises are very common (or at least they're suppose to be) in the business world. There is nothing wrong with asking as long as the timing is right. Know your worth ♡
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.
I am a professional nanny.
I always ask upfront if the family has cameras, not that I am doing anything wrong but I have a right to know. Some families don’t like to say anything which is crazy haha.
If you can’t pay your nanny a reasonable wage for x amount of kids, then you should rethink your options for childcare. Quality care = Quality pay.
Nannies should be getting a raise each year
She and Oscar are home, either of them work, only doing YT, which is really not an actually, job. It's spending a minutes out of their day in recording. They took the lazy way out!
I’m pretty sure it’s illegal too have a nanny cam without letting the nanny know or at least where I live
@@heidibarrios7824 In my state, as well. Only, if you feel that your child is in danger, that you can.
It looks like Kyra has a lot to learn in hiring a cheap paying nanny, or baby sitter. Two at both, but can't take care of their kids.........
Yeah it is illegal but some families don’t really care. Always a good question to ask during the interview process. If you happen to get the job, make sure it is mentioned in your contract
Ex: “ parents agree to notify nanny/sitter should work place be under any sort of surveillance at any given time. Surveillance sill not extend to bathroom “
Also I am not hating on Kyra in anyway! Wages depend on the state you work in + experience etc.
The main thing, I think, is having a nanny is a luxury. If you can't afford childcare at a center, then you definitely cannot afford a nanny. I think you would be surprised how many parents assume nannies only work because they like kids, and that they should be at your beck and call no matter what. I love kids, yes, but not enough to only make $60 a day. This is my job. I have bills, and my own life. My life does not revolve around your needs. I can for sure, 100%, be flexible. But there are limits.
Kyra kinda seemed like the “nanny” would be at her beck and call any time she needs it. That part bothered me a little. A nanny is a job and you have set hours for that job. It’s not whenever you feel like having them come over... 🤨
@@SherlockH4688 Yes. What u described is a "babysitter". A part time job. Being a "nanny" is a full time, mostly set hours, hopefully some educational classes, CPR certified, a career. BIG difference! I think saying u have a "nanny" makes her (Kyra) sound a little more legit, a little more adult or self-important.
Exactly!!! You are so right. I feel the exact same way.
Unfortunately some people (like me) is not (I’m from Germany) but I’m a single mom who is new in a city and don’t have friends or family. I need a baby sitter sometimes (I wish I would have them regularly) but I can’t afford. Minimum wage here (Berlin) 10€. I’m willing to pay 15 for my 11 month old daughter, because I do look for quality, it’s my child safety! But I really cannot afford more, I wish I could and if I did (if I was in kyra position) I would give 25-30€ at least for 1 child. But I can’t! And I need one. So what can I do?
Ya know? So I’m not sure about it being a luxury. I respect nannies and I don’t expect them to be on call. I would do it in advance appointments, but I can’t offer more.
Exactly. When I interview with a family and they ask my wage requirements I remind them this is my full time job, I'm over 30 and have big kid bills lol
I am constantly getting booked as a nanny by many families! I charge 20-25 dollars an hour! If you want to know how I am doing so well on care.com I can make a video! 10-15 dollars an hour is NOT enough!
please make a video on how to do care.com well!!
Same girl where I go to college I charge 20 an hour for one kid alone and rates go up as the number of children go up. Most parents who respect babysitters and nannies don’t have a problem paying higher rates because they understand that having one is a luxury and will cost more than a daycare or a friend watching your kid.
I agree! I start at 18/hr and it goes up from there:)
Audrey Jones GIRL SAME !!
I just started care.com !!! Hopefully it goes great
i started babysitting at 12. i am cpr certified, first aid certified, and babysitting certified. I have been making $20 an hour since i started.
Jennie Olmsted sane almost I’ve been babysitting since I was 10 literally. The whole time I was CPR and First Aid certified also in those 9 years I have earned other certifications in child development and other things including national certifications. Because I have so many and I am qualified, also because of cost of living the lowest I charge is $20 an hour and that’s for one child and my rates are actually about to go up as well. Parents don’t have a problem with that rate as they understand that having someone to look after your child is a luxury.
How did you get started? Caregiving is something I really want to do.
Just a heads up. A nanny is not an independent contractor (1099) this is a tax evasion and if you get caught you will have to pay back taxes to the IRS. You have to give your nanny a W-2 because the nanny is your employee.
Yes. My employer did a W-2 with me. I didn't even know it was required. My last job did a 1099.
You are right!!
Good to know
As a professional nanny, I appreciate that you tell people up front there's cameras everywhere. I basically always work assuming there are cameras. I've been a professional nanny since 2006 when the teddy bear cams were popular lol. The average rate for 3 children, especially so young, is about $20/per hour. I appreciate you being selective, but $13-15 would be for 1 MAYBE 2 kids. If the range is 12-25 the 25 would basically for 3+. So just consider your options. Also, I'm not sure why you quoted "career path", but it IS an actual career for people, so please keep that in mind.
You... Stay at home, correct? Or do I not know something and you work full time? Or do you just have someone part time while you edit videos, and whatnot? I don't watch regularly and didn't know you have a nanny.
I am a nanny, a professional full time nanny. I command $25 an hour, but with education in early childhood education and years of experience, that makes sense. And if someone wants to lowball me and offer less, I would politely decline. If you can't afford to pay for a good nanny well... You get what you pay for.
If someone has nanny cams, that's okay. I expect a person to have them. Not a big deal.
Honestly, if you want a quality nanny, care.com is okay... I have used them as a caregiver. But the real quality, smart, background checked and experienced nannies who are in it professionally, you find through nanny agencies. Nannies don't need to be college girls. It sounds kind of like you have babysitters, not really a nanny. I like to distinguish between the two.
Katie On The Daily yeah I thought her only job was a TH-camr, and therefore stays at home. I do not think she has an actual career so why she needs a full-time nanny, I do not know.
You’re actually supposed to give your nannies a W2, not a 1099 - they are not independent contractors. You as an employer should be paying into your nanny’s social security, unemployment, etc. And raises should occur annually regardless of if if there is an addition to the family. It’s important to remember that this is someone’s livelihood, not just a babysitting job. I’ve been a nanny for 9 years and had babysitting experience prior to that so I know these things from experience. I highly suggest you do some more research.
Yeah, also a full time nanny here and unfortunately a lot of what she said applies more for babysitters than a nanny.... for 12-15$ for 2+ kids I wouldn't even consider.
Jenna Hamel que
And the employer must provide the nanny workers' compensation insurance.
And, pay into Medicare, as well.
I'm a nanny and it is the most rewarding job. Nothing is better than being able to grow with a family while helping it out when they need it most 😭💜
Erin Kennedy awww
Erin Kennedy Aww that’s awesome! In October I’m starting a moms helper type of job . I’m so excited!
I understand where you are coming from with the whole not trusting people who say they’ve been babysitting since they were 8 or younger but at the same time you have to remember there are people (for example myself) who grew up watching younger siblings/family members on their own as young as 8/9 and even started to babysit for local families at 13! It is rare but we do exist!
I started babysitting after quitting a horrible job and literally love it. I landed a job at an accounting firm and still try to babysit them as much as I can because it’s seriously so much fun 🥺 I love how excited they get to see me and how appreciated I feel by this family. Such a blessing
I love her but this video....... no.
Renee St-Martin agreed.
You CANNOT give a nanny who works more than 49 hrs in a year a 1099. The IRS can come for you as an employer and heavily penalize you if they find out you gave an employee a 1099. Or if the IRS finds out the nanny has the wrong form, believe me you'll be the first one thrown under the bus. Research wisely!
Google User yes!!! We are employees and need to be treated as such!
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Google User yes!!! And with Oscar and Kyras high profile job they have an even higher chance of being autited by the irs
$13-$15? Wow that’s a ripoff!
You should do the baby mama dance because imagine if the prank that Oscar did was true, and your water did break😂💓 You have a few weeks till baby girl comes out❤️
unicorn ooorrrrrr she could do the same prank on Oscar after doing the dance. 😂
Yess
unicorn omg yessss
OMG yessssss!!!!
I was a trained nanny and my starting rate was $25/hr. I also had a yearly raise commensurate with the inflation rate (2-3%). I’m in o
Australia though where the minimum wage is higher.
I love this!! I’m a nanny and it was just fun to watch 😊😊 glad to know I meet the criteria lol.
“I’ll do your taxes for free!” Finally a giveaway that America needs!! 😂
Katie Anderson seriously HAHAHA
i dont have kids, and havent ever babysat or plan to, yet here i am watching the whole video😂😂
I think there is a difference between "babysitting" and "nannying"... So yes, I have had ten years "babysitting" however I have only been "nannying" for 2 years. But I can see how that would be confusing for both parents and those trying to get a job..
Babysitting: watching kids for short periods of time (date night, grocery shopping, cleaning, ect...). Most of the time they do not feed, bath, drive, ect..
Nannying: More of a 9-5 type job. Watching children for long periods of time. Need to feed, bath, watch, play, drive, ect.
Agreed
Yes, exactly!
I’m not sure if she realizes that some people are forced to grow up fast and their for have been watching and babysitting their siblings since before they were even out of elementary school.
Yes. This drives me crazy. I am a NANNY not a damn babysitter. They are completely different.
Reading these comments make me FEEL SO MUCH BETTER on why I’m quitting bb sitting for my neighbor! Thank you ! You guys helped. I’m definitely a push over& been pushed over .
Edit : 200.00 a week 2yr. Old & 5 yr. old , 4 dogs, light cleaning, took dogs to vet once, took kids to dr. Appointments, go to their house (across the street) , the mom would call and ask to take the kids to my house when she wanted her alone time when she called off of work (I couldn’t take them to my house any other time- she had cameras so wanted to keep an eye out) , id pick them up from school when needed, (they got older and in school eventually) I’d wait for payment if they didn’t have it on Friday.
To their defense tho:: I wasn’t considered a nanny. I didn’t sing them ABCs all day , I did talk and care and joke tho. I was just kinda like the “cool aunt” watching tv quite a bit. I did drink their sodas, and ate (snack size)what they would eat for lunch.
The last couple weeks tho, I don’t think the mom liked me anymore. Ohh. Ya. I do have first aid/ cpr, and fingerprint clearance card & food handlers because I work in healthcare. I have to update all that stuff every couple years.
I had to be here at 8a- to as late as 6p usually 5p m-f
I did call off on an average about 3 times a month. Because I would have to go to meetings at my real job. I worked p/t overnight in a grouphome. When the kids went to school full time my pay was 80-90 $ a week . All day Friday cuz the school here is Monday-Thursday only.
I wrote a lot!
Tell you right now..I'm cringing.I wouldn't watch a strangers kids for $12 an hour. Kids are alot of work. Coming from a person who comes from a family of 7 and 7 nieces/nephews.
I work for a nanny agency. I love having an agency being there to help me find future families. Kyra you could research going through an agency
Isley Marie I didn’t know there were agencies.. email me! I’m a certified elementary teacher (K-6). Emilyjoroll@gmail.com
Going through an agency, she'll have to pay more, a fee to the agency, as well as pay to the employee that they find.
12-15 an hour in LA? Ooh girlie Im starting to think Kaylas schedule wasn’t changing at all 🥴
Hey Kyra, I have been here since you started. I can't believe how much you guys have grown and love seeing your videos. This video also struck something with me as I am an Early childhood Educator and currently Nanny. although I do not know what you pay your nanny, I just want to mention 12-15 is pretty low especially if you expect anything other than watching your kids. Being a nanny is a profession, everyday you leave your child's well-being and lives in our hands. Please for everyone watching, I hope you pay your nannies well because it is not worth having someone get tired/upset with their job and taking it out on the children or just not trying their hardest when you're not around. They have bills to pay, lives to go home to as well.
Just an idea regarding why there aren’t profile pictures on some of the online profiles.. I worked in nursery’s here in the U.K. (daycares to you guys), ages 0-5yrs. I’m much older now (10yrs older than you Kyra!), so I’m not ashamed now, but back when I was younger & working my literal butt off - if I went for new jobs, it was so obvious I was turned down & not even considered before the interview was started because of my size. I’m plus size, this has never ever stopped me running after toddlers or children, rolling around on the floor with them, changing diapers, making snacks & cooking meals from scratch, vacuuming, cleaning, disinfecting, washing, soothing, cuddling, rocking babies to sleep (often more than one at a time!) - weight doesn’t determine how active, nurturing, or hard working I was; but I was pre judged before I’d even opened my mouth or they’d heard my work experience.
It may be the case that some of them men / women just don’t want to be dismissed straight away. If you ever see a profile that hasn’t got a picture but peaks your interest, I’m more than sure they’ll send you one in private.
I also would never post a picture personally of me with someone else’s children, & although I had little nieces & a nephew back then who I took care of & played a huge active roll in their lives at the time, they’re now grown & in their teens. I don’t know anyone else with kids!
Great pointers though :) First aid certificates are definitely a must in my opinion. x
Laura Williams ok... maybe your assuming the parents aren’t interested in you because your “plus size” Unless someone comes right out and says it then aren’t you judging them? I’ve never interviewed for a nanny position that I didn’t get the job, however if that were to happen I would contact the family and ask them what was lacking in my resume or interview. So maybe say something like this... “Thank you for taking the time to speak with me, I’m happy you found a nanny that meets the needs of your family. I’m always looking to better myself and my skills, can you please share with me what your new nanny offered that I did not, or can you tell me how I can improve myself in your opinion.” I think you’d be surprised what you would learn. It’s probably less about your size, and maybe it’s you not feeling confident or something. Getting feedback is super important and helps us grow ourselves even when it’s not always positive.
Best of Luck being a nanny is a full on job, but the rewards are incredible.
Laura Williams I am from the U.K. and worked as a nanny for many years. I worked for a lot of aristocratic family’s and found that some of these family’s would definitely not look at anyone bigger than a size 12 ( I think that’s a 10 in the U.S ) .... and there seemed to be some kind of competition to see who had the prettiest nanny! Thankfully the family’s I worked for were all lovely, but some of the girls I knew in the nanny circles I worked in, struggled to sometimes get jobs, even though they were fantastic nanny’s with great references! Uuuurgh, you would think it was more important for someone to be capable, fun and competent when looking after your children, not what size they are or how pretty! ☹️
Sam I Am Thanks Sam! Exactly!! Absolutely broke my heart. I was between the ages of 17-20 at the time (32 now.. time flies!) & I won’t lie, as a teen it really knocked my confidence. I went both through an agency & advertised independently, I took extra outside courses in CV writing back then to make sure everything was ‘polished’, I also went out of my way to get second / third opinions by colleges etc on it in case I could change it, there was nothing wrong with my CV, qualifications or experience. I dressed smart, always got on well with the little ones, & sometimes either spent a day or morning / afternoon as a ‘trial’, but it never went any further.
I was finally sat down by said ‘agency’ & asked if I’d ‘ever considered losing weight’ !
Despite being visible distressed I told them that my weight had little to do with my capabilities in terms of doing my job. I’d never had time off, I was always active, & never tired easily. I’m asthmatic & often was on steroid treatment but mines allergy related (not severe - but growing up I was on a ton of steroid treatments, & despite continuously being active I was never able to shift all of the weight. I was 5’9” back then & a size 18/20 for reference!) I even went to evening exercise classes just to increase my stamina & make sure I stayed fit even after a full weeks work in a nursery (pre-fat shaming !)
The agency tried to insinuate that a few of the parents ‘had concerns’ regarding ‘my size’, to which I sharply responded that they could have asked me about it at the time, & I’d rather not work for anyone if they’d rather judge my capabilities based on my size.
Someone I went to college with ended up confiding in me after a little ranty status I made on Facebook (she ended up becoming an au pair), she’d developed an ED. She was a size 14 but one family she worked for constantly made little remarks, & finally it got her down. She’s doing wonderfully all these years later & even has her own family, she ended up working with a really great family & travelling the world with them but it understandably knocked the confidence out of her. It was only then I realised how competitive the world of nannying was & I decided to take a step back from it all.
I’m so glad you highlighted this issue as well. I don’t think many people outside of the U.K. quite understand just how much fat shaming goes on regarding nannying (or any job for that matter). As a fat person, you KNOW that ‘look’, & it has nothing to do with self esteem / confidence, it’s just common sense.
I hope you’re enjoying your nannying job Sam if you do still work in the field ! I do miss working with children. I found out 5 years ago I have 2 genetic chronic disabilities, & I’m no longer able to work. Im glad I spent the time I did working with little ones though, it’s so special watching them grow & thrive ☺️ xx
TheTuesday11 Hey :)
Thank you for your response. I’m 32 now & I’ve been there, done that & got the T-shirt as the saying goes. I always asked for feedback; at least from the jobs I bothered to hear back from. You may be interested to hear both Sam & I’s responses above this comment but below yours for more understanding on nannying in the U.K. It’s a very different ball game to what it is the US where I feel you aren’t half as judged as you are here. Nannies here are somewhat seen as ‘trophies’ - for lack of better wording - & although those qualifications are needed, they also definitely go with looks.
It had nothing to do with self esteem or confidence back then, I had the same as any teen or young adult really, my size never held me back from doing the job I loved :)
All the best!
Laura Williams I understand it’s different everywhere you go. I’ve nannied in the USA , UK, Abu Dhabi and currently in Switzerland and I’ve seen nannies in every shape, size, color etc in all these different places. In fact I’ve witnessed the exact opposite of what you described. I’ve seen many a wives wanting a less attractive nanny so not to “threaten” her marriage. This has been publicly spoken in many conversations. I guess it just shows no matter where you are in the world people are well.... “interesting” 😂 I myself have never worked with such families, and hope to never involve myself with people like this.
All the best
Where I live minimum wage is $15.50 and nannies and babysitters range for wages is $18-$30 per hour and if you’re a full time nanny you are usually paying up to $45 per hour, and the government requires raises for nannies and babysitters because of cost of living goes up every year
I used to be a nanny for 5 years and it sucks. I love the children but the mother's where always gone and they have the audacity to called themselves stay home mom 🙄🙄 is a lot of responsibility and it opens your eyes to a lot of things but it also opens your heart. I love every single baby I care for, but the parents.....
I think CPR certified should be a must for a nanny
Lynn Heim for parents too.
I’ve been a nanny for 2 years and I’m 19 almost 20 I love being a nanny because it’s amazing to be able to watch and be a part of children lives! The first years of a child’s life is very important and to be able to be apart of that and help them learn and grow is very special and rewarding
Make sure to look into federal and state level domestic workers laws - including time off, overtime, taxes and many more topics. It always helps to be informed. Also rates vary hugely based on location. I live in a major city so obviously my rate reflects that!
Both parents are stay at home parents ..yet they always have nannies and their adding another kid? Lol
Rhianon Eastwood I once was hired to do a date night sitting job for two kids 18 months and 4. I got to the house, spoke with the parents and hung out with the kids. I only thought there were just two kids. Once I put them to bed, I started to clean up and heard someone in the house. Turns out, the family had a 4 month old and hired a baby nurse to look after her 24/7 (turns out she had two baby nurses for one baby)
I was offered a part time position to help with the two kids, parents had two other full time nannies and a full time house keeper, oh and the mom was a SAHM.
I babysit 2 kids ages 3 and 6. 8 hours a day. Cleaning the house, cleaning, cooking, baking, taking kids to the park etc. The 6 year old goes to school so on days where I'm primarily just with the 3 year old I make $20 for the day. When I have both for 8 hours I make $40 for the day.
Yesss! Confidence is so important! In every job interview, but especially when it comes to someone who is helping care for our kids. We want to feel confident in you, but first you have to feel it yourself.
My nanny upon interview said her rate was $11 I gave her $15 even though it’s only 8hrs a week. My kids are sometimes difficult and this is a job after all
I’m 22 years old and I’ve been around kids/ working with kids since I was 13. I started being a mommy’s helper whether I went to the grocery store with them to be extra eyes or even while they cleaned there house. I was constantly nannying throughout high school, I would rather nanny than party! 🤷🏼♀️ I’m graduating with a elementary education degree and I have realized that nannying in HS/college that it was the most rewarding job I could ever do. Seeing how much you helped the parents and even helped the kids is truly incredible. I still talk to the kids/parents that I helped when I was 13 because that’s how much of an impact a nanny can be! ❤️
In Texas 12-15$ is really good for a nanny, it just depends where you live.
Kamy Guzman this is true. I live in Ohio and $12-15 is a good rate here.
In my area of Connecticut it is good as well. Many preschool teachers are making around that much!
“I wish I could photoshop videos” oh girlll, story of my life 😂😭👏🏻
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Right? Filters please. ☺️
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.💐🌹🌷
Nannies and Babysitters. No possessives, just plurals
Get an aupair! I think it’s super convenient for your family!:)
This is a good video to see for new babysitters to see opinions from parents
You’re Glowing Kyra! Thank you for this video💙
As a full-time nanny, I could never work for a family for less than $15/hr. It’s my full-time job and not only am I feeding and caring for your children, I also have a degree in child development. I help with tutoring and/or preschool curriculum in reading, writing, math and science. I also work on emotional intelligence/emotional regulation, behavior, and motor development. I’d never do all of those things for less than $15/hr. Also the more kids, the higher the cost. You pay for quality care, experience, and education.
Also: After a year, there should be a raise. This is a full-time job without many benefits (no PTO, no insurance, etc.) so you need to pay for it to be worthwhile for the nanny.
Also also: taxes can be covered by the parents with Surepay!! SUPER easy for the parents AND the nanny.
The CPR certified part is so true! I got certified because I was watching a little boy with pretty bad asthma. I now have a full time job but loved babysitting so much I apply for some jobs around my schedule. Adding the CPR certified part got a lot of extra offers.
I’m 17 and am a nanny, and it’s the best career I could ever imagine. Super lucky to be able to grow with the family. Been with them for a year and couldn’t imagine life without them ☺️🥰
$13-$15 in LA is unrealistic. LA is more like $20-$22. If you are lowballed, NEGOTIATE, or walk away. The opportunities are so abundant.
Also, the family is required to tell you if they have cameras, hidden or not. To record you without your knowledge or permission is illegal.
i gave examples of like working in the nursery at church or helped in my moms day care so i grew up being around young kids forever, and went more in depth in interviews....being a nanny is the best job ive ever had and i love having a job i enjoy while doing college
As a 21 years old that has been a nanny since I was 16, I really appreciate this video! This was seriously so helpful to see the parents perspective!
SO excited to watch this! I'm a child care provider, so I've been waiting to see this :)
Hello, I am Islam from Algeria. I am Muslim. I am 21 years old. I am studying at the College of Science and Technology. I want to get to know you for marriage. Of course, if you want to.🌷🌹💐
In Austin it’s $15-25 per hour!! $10-15 for babysitting! There are the difference between both.
Great info! I recently became a nanny, I'm so excited. I'm starting this upcoming week and I think it'll be alot of fun! It's actually a decrease in pay for me, but I can supplement the rest of my income waiting tables; I just feel like it's a much more rewarding career. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, arts and crafts, going out into town and doing things, so I just gravitated towards it. I'm hoping for a great experience.
I worked as a nanny/babysitter for years now a Mama to a 15 month old and I can not love this enough!!!
Im 18 and i have been watching kids for 8 years though😭
I used to watch my next door neighbors kids.
In my neighborhood the houses are very close together so they trusted me because they knew if an emergency happened i could just go to my house.
Gianna nieves see I knew it was some that actually watch kids that young. I also know a few kids that do that now.
Good on ya for being so responsible!
I actually did start babysitting when I was 9, right before turning 10. But that’s just because my mom left my baby brother with me. I was the oldest too.
But I would also not be okay with that, mostly people haven’t.
Savannah Lawrence that’s what I was thinking too. People who watched younger siblings from a fairly early age
To be fair though, that's illegal.
I believe it! My parents didn’t care though, we had an interesting family lol
The comments are disabled on the newest okbaby video, but just wanted to say... good for Oscar for making him work off his debts, and not letting that just slide! Haha hopefully he didn’t get into much trouble, but $500 is a lot for fortnite. Haha 😂
Saw that! He should have grounded a month, or so. That was a crime he committed. A felony................ he could have been charged with, no age matter.
What??? he is young.. I felt sorry for him because the entire world saw this now everyone in school is going to laugh or maybe bully him... I just feel this is the greatest bunishment he gets... I think Oscar is so good to him though cause he deals with him very nice when he was punishing him..
@@arleneortiz6693 Don't forget that he's just a young kid that's going through a really hard time right now because of his parents divorce. He reminds me a lot of my younger brother right now.... since we are going through a similar thing with dad enjoying his new life without kids.
Don't be to hard on him. It might be his way of coping with all of this.
@@annelieke4406 His mother should've been taking him to counseling, instead of flying cross country and partying. He will be using this excuse for the rest of his life.
@@sarahobaid8713 If it embarrassed or humiliated him that is even better! The child stole from someone. If they don't teach him now and make it count, he will just think it's no big deal next time! If he was to do that to a stranger or kid at school he could have been sent to juvenile hall, had a record or in school it would have gone on his school record and followed him for years! Hopefully the embarrassment will make him think twice if he considers doing it again.
I think the 10 years thing come from experience not necessarily Babysitting. As a kid I remember volunteering at my church watching over the little ones. So I think it’s just experience, I don’t know
Honestly I’ve been babysitting for 6 years and I’m 19 years old (but 20 this month lol)
But I used to babysit with my sister when I was 9 years old. Being a nanny I see these kids as my own and often call them my kids when under my care. I love what I do. Thank you for making this video for me to think about my own kids in the future
Average pay for a nanny in the southern ontario area right now is $20-25/h
That is strictly childcare. Cost goes up if you want housekeeping and meal prep
Im a nanny! The most rewarding job, coming into a house and becoming a part of a family is something i cannot describe! (: loved this!
a good thing is whenever you are under 10 is to be a mommys helper for your neighbor
as someone who was forced to raise her younger sister, and her new born cousin from the age of 8... just stop. maybe YOU haven’t babysat since you were a child. but don’t tell others what they “did not” do😬
I really needed this! I’m 17 and have been babysitting since I was 12. But my youngest was only 3! And starting in a few weeks I’m gonna be babysitting INFANTS and I was nervous. Needed this, thank you!🥰
Hi! I just wanted to pop into the comment section to say: as a 17-year-old who has been babysitting for a bit, this video is one of my favorites I have seen of yours(I have been watching since Levi's first Xmas). I loved seeing you talk about a topic that is so relevant in my life, and I loved hearing you talk so honestly and openly. I am so excited to be nannying one of my favorite girls this summer and this video made me even more excited. I wanted to let you know how much you inspire me to be positive and so keep going. I love you and you're family so much!
I am a nanny and I love my job. Everyday I wake up without complaining.
They don't use cameras or anything on me, but if they do I am totally fine with that and they don't even need to tell me that there are aome cameras. I never do anything parent won't me to do. I know how they would react and I react the same when the baby is naughty. I tell them everything, if she hurt herself while playing or did she cry.
Me too 💕 I always take care of their little treasures as if they were there. So if they have cameras I’m sure they have fun watching lol
You expect your nanny to completely run your household, children, cooking, cleaning, errands etc and you pay $15 an hour? Holy YIKES. 😬 No wonder your nanny is leaving.
I was a nanny at the age of 15 and I don’t think the mom cared as much as you do lol!
I’m 13 and I’ve taken care of a 4 month old and a 3 year old at the same time. It was easy for me but I consider myself mature and responsible for my age
I've been around younger kids pretty much my whole life and I've been babysitting almost 2 years now and every single time I babysit I always tell the parents that they can pay me whatever they're comfortable with because I know everybody is in a different situation
Honestly I love this, I personally wouldn’t hire a nanny but this was super informative!
As a nanny, the pay thing is a little off. It doesn’t just depend on what your comfortable with. I’d base my pay, off how many kids they have, the area does matter, and the amount of work. Which I know you kind of touched on, but nannies need to know their worth! ❤️
I wished I lived closer to you guys! I’m 10 years older than my brother (who’s now 16) and I’ve been nannying for a family who’s son is a month older than Levi and a little lady who’s 6 months younger than Alaya for 3 years, they love watching your little ones with me ❤️
You are soo pretty! You are soo inspirational and I want to be a great mom like you one day!💕😋❤️💕
Ha! $13-$15 is not the rate for most areas, especially LA. Maybe in Utah, but not anywhere I've lived
Exactly! In Colorado where I live the going wage for a Nanny is $23-27/hr
Yes kyra!! I love the super chatty videos. 😍
And I’m not being sarcastic😂
No shade but the title should be 'Dear Babysitters and Nannies' without the apostrophes. I just think will draw more people with proper grammar and spelling
I love you Kyra. You are an amazing soul, Mother and beautiful kind human. You inspire me and make me smile. 💙💙💙
Nannies are doing what u don't want to do esp w a mom that doesn't work,yearly raises like every other job,u want quality pay for it
wow i wished i lived by you. i’ve been nannying while talking early childhood education classes at the community college!! any person would be lucky to spend their days with your precious babies!!
I’m a babysitter and have been for sooo long on and off. I’ve never babysat for a stranger. I’ve always babysat for friends or friends of the family. I can’t wait to see this video!
Love this video!! I’m a full time nanny and it’s interesting watching this from your parental perspective.
what i’ve never been so early ! and i so agree with these all, as a teen mom and i also nanny!
love you kyra !
My mom is the older sister of 4. She babysat since 6 and practically raised one child at 9. So maybe not "experience" but maybe "experience babysitting my siblings" or "spent a lot of time with my little siblings"
Would you pay more or for someone with an Early Childhood Education and Care degree or be more likely to hire them ?
Yes. Maybe it's because of where I live, but 12-15$ for 2+ kids is very low...
I don’t care what degree you have if you can’t spell “hire” correctly. Lol
Sydney Nixon haha yeah autocorrect is a nuisance 😂
I wish I lived closer... I would love to watch your kids! I have over 4+ years experience working in a daycare, working with children aged 5 months - 5 years! It's one of the most rewarding jobs.
Some people actually started babysitting very young. I was 11 and no that's not a lie. The first two kids I babysat were only 3 months old! I've been a professional nanny for about 10 years now and I'm 28 at this moment. So yes, some people start out very young. Also hourly prices for nanny's is very different in the US conpared to Europe. We don't make nearly as much which is sad because it means you have to work 50 hours a week and still don't have a great income.
Watching this while babysitting 😂😂
As a Mumma looking for a babysitter, this did help.