The Types of Nannies

Live-in Nanny

• Live-in nannies usually work at least 5 days and 50 or more hours a week. Additionally, if the parents need to work late or have an unexpected engagement, a nanny is typically "on call". A typical work schedule has designated scheduled hours and designated free time weekly. The employer typically provides a live-in nanny with a private bedroom and bath. In addition to caring for the children, duties may include preparing meals, driving the children to and from school, and doing the household's laundry.

Full Time Live-Out Nanny

• A full time live-out nanny performs the same duties as a live-in nanny, except the nanny does not live with the family. The family provides a live-out nanny with a set weekly schedule that usually consists of 40 to 50 hours a week. This type of nanny needs to show up at the house on time since some duties may include taking the children to school in the mornings.

Summer Nanny

• A summer nanny works during the summer months while the children take summer vacation. Some families may hire college students for summer nanny positions. Depending on the family's needs, a summer nanny may work as a live-in or live-out nanny on full-time or part-time basis. Additionally, the family may pay weekly or offer a flat fee for the summer.

Nanny Housekeeper

• A family expects a nanny housekeeper to do particular housekeeping tasks such as cleaning the bedrooms, do laundry or preparing meals. Other duties besides housekeeping may include driving child to activities and picking children up from school.

Part-Time Nanny

• A part-time nanny may work two to three days a week. Hours may include only mornings, only evenings or only weekends. Part-time nannies usually work until the parents come home.