| There are several methods for finding a nanny, such | | | | qualified nanny is through training programs and |
| as advertising in your local newspaper, working with a | | | | universities offering this program. Many programs offer |
| non-profit organization dedicated to placing nannies | | | | students placement and, since they are just graduating, |
| with families, and checking universities for students | | | | they generally cost less to hire and have a full set of |
| graduating from nanny training programs. Following are | | | | educational skills. |
| pros and cons associated with each option. | | | | - Global nannies. For those considering hiring a nanny |
| - Newspapers. Although many people seeking nannies | | | | that has been trained in another country, keep in mind |
| advertise in the classified section in their local | | | | that the United States Immigration and Naturalization |
| newspaper, these ads tend to attract all sorts of | | | | Service rarely allows for a nanny to be brought into |
| people for the job; not necessarily the right type of | | | | the country to work. Non-American nannies are |
| person. Advertising in this manner is not the best | | | | generally not permitted work visas. |
| approach to take when looking for a well-trained | | | | When searching for a qualified nanny, consider the |
| nanny. | | | | qualifications of the person you have in mind. For |
| - Non-profit organizations. Consider working with a | | | | instance, it may be okay to advertise in your local |
| non-profit organization that makes it their job, and | | | | newspaper if your needs involve finding one for |
| pleasure, to help you to find the right nanny for your | | | | part-time work, such as a student looking to earn extra |
| family. There are benefits with working with a | | | | cash (and not necessarily a student studying to be a |
| non-profit agency including the ability to be placed with | | | | nanny). For permanent, full-time placement, it is |
| one that has the right fit for your family. | | | | probably best to consult a non-profit organization or |
| - Nanny training programs. A great place to look for a | | | | check universities for nanny training programs. |