The Negative Connotations of Having Too Much Nanny Work Experience

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How can having too many nanny positions look bad on my resume?

The Negative Connotations of Having Too Much Nanny Work Experience

If you've worked several nanny positions over the years, don't be surprised if you find yourself explaining the reasons behind all the jobs. To you, having a lot of nanny positions under your belt looks like an accomplishment. After all, look at all the experience you've accumulated! Every family brings different challenges and different opportunities to learn and grow. Now, think of it from the hiring family's point of view. They look at your lengthy resume and ask themselves, “What's wrong with this person that she's gone through so many jobs?”

Families advertising for nanny positions are probably going to be hyper-critical when choosing a nanny. It's not the same as hiring someone to mow your lawn, or paint your house. Families need to know they're not hiring Auntie Axe Murderer to watch over their kids. Everyone has seen one too many episodes of America 's Most Wanted. You can't blame parents for being very cautious. To you, listing the last 15 places you worked as a nanny seems like a strength, but to the family….not so much.

So, when applying for nanny positions, turn some critical awareness onto yourself. Tweak your resume and list the last two or three positions you've worked. List references (make sure you ask the people you list if they will give you a good reference) and have a very good answer for the inevitable nanny interview question: “Why did you leave your last position?”

   

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