Sometimes when a job is the most important thing, we tend to overlook the fine print. After all, a job is sitting in front of your eyes, someone is offering you the job, and you’re ready to pounce. Working as a summer nanny is going to really help pay for your first semester’s tuition, maybe buy your text books for the year, or go towards a down payment on a second hand car. But don’t let all of that cloud your judgment. Think about it! As awesome as a summer nanny job sounds, do you really want to be the one to have to take the kids kayaking, sailing, digging worms to go fishing bright and early the next day, or watching over three children while the other adults are out partying and having a good time?
Taking a summer nanny job could entail any number of things, including some of the things mentioned above. Your role as a summer nanny could even include picking ticks off the dog or dipping the cat in flea powder! A summer nanny job isn’t necessarily luxurious, but for many people, it’s the job of a lifetime.
Whether or not a summer nanny job is for you completely depends on your nature. Expect to be active and fully engaged with the kids (and sometimes the pets). Sitting around letting the kids watch television all day probably isn’t what the family had in mind. So be honest! If a summer nanny job sounds like something you’re up for, then go for it.
