Nanny Reference Checks

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When I contact the nanny's references, what questions should I ask?

Nanny Reference Checks

Once you've gone through the process of hiring a nanny, done the interviews, and completed the background checks, it's time to contact the nanny's references. You don't have to do this part last; you can do it before the background or criminal record check. As long as all of the steps are completed before hiring the nanny, it doesn't matter what order they're done in.

If this is your first time hiring a nanny, you may not be familiar with how the reference checks should go. First, you'd ask the nanny to provide a list of references. Specify how many references you'd like to see and the type of reference. For example, some people might try to give you references from family and friends when what you really want is to hear from previous employers. When looking for nannies for hire, you may have already specified that you wanted an experienced nanny. If that's the case, she should be able to provide you with references from past employers.

Finally, there are some basic questions to ask the references including:

1) How long have you known the applicant?

2) How long was the applicant employed by you?

3) Would you hire the applicant again?

4) Why did the applicant leave?

5) Can you describe the applicant's personality?

6) What were the applicant's duties while working for you?

7) Was the applicant dependable and trustworthy?

These are just a few suggestions for reference questions. Tailor your questions to match your family's needs.

   

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