become a NannyShare family

whether you’re still enjoying the newborn bubble or stuck in the cycle of daycare waitlists, we can take the childcare search off your to-do list.

nannyshare nashville is here to help.

simplified care starts here

  • Start by telling us about your family, unique schedule, and care preferences by submitting a short questionnaire. 

    Your $85 application and consultation fee will be applied to your engagement fee.

  • After submitting your application, you’ll receive a detailed email with pricing information and a link to schedule a consultation. Together we’ll create a plan for finding your care team with additional wrap around services.

    Learn more about hiring a household employee for new parents and the nuances of a nanny share.

  • If you decide to move forward with our agency, you will receive a $385 invoice for engagement. This fee covers the search and prescreening for all families and nannies, background checks, interview support, contract negotiation, and hiring.

  • NannyShare will share a short list of top candidates that have been identified as ideal matches for you and your family. We will provide an interview packet and help facilitate any video or in person meetings.

    We will also cover the cost of one two hour trial period for you and the nanny prior to a contract being signed.

  • Once you have decided on a candidate and a family for your share, we will assist with building your personalized Family Agreement, including schedule, pay, duties, benefits, etc. Once the agreement is signed by all parties, the Placement Fee will be charged.

  • The agency can provide ongoing support, including a 30 day check in, 90 day performance review template, and replacement support specific to your family’s needs.

nannyshare family expectations

legal compensation

Our families must comply with compensating your caregiver as an in-home employee, legally, using a W-2 and inclusive of applicable overtime.

industry standards

Must agree to offering industry standards (i.e. guaranteed weekly pay based on a set schedule, paid vacation, holidays and sick days).

professional references

We ask our families to provide nanny references to support the career path of our nannies and help future families find care.

your investment…

allows us to connect you with care that meets your unique preferences and match you with a family that aligns with your care priorities.

  • When you submit your application, you’ll be prompted to pay an $85 deposit for to cover the costs of application processing and your initial consultation.

  • After you consultation, we will prepare a scope of work with your specific services and action plan. You’ll then pay the $300 Engagement Fee to initiate the search and matching process!

  • Depending on your placement type, you’ll pay a percentage of your household employee’s compensation for the duration of the contract. This will calculated and invoiced once the Family Share or Employment agreements have been signed.

    • Nanny Share:10% of the candidate's total annual compensation.

    • Nanny or House Manager:15% of the candidate's total annual compensation.

    • Specialty Placement (Housekeeper, PA, ROTA, etc.): 18-20% of candidate’s total annual compensation. Minimum rate of $6,500.

what if I only need a family OR NANNY?

NannyShare can provide partial support if you only need help with a piece of your search.

Check our out à la carte options for a D.I.Y. share or contact us for a customized search package.

à la cart services

We offer additional services for folks who don’t need full matchmaking and management support.

NOTE All of the services below are included with Engagement and Placement Fees above.

  • NannyShares can be tricky to navigate - our contract has thought of everything - from hosting guidelines to benefits.

    NannyShare will draft a contract for your share or solo care based on the information you provide at checkout. The contract includes a template offer letter.

  • We provide a variety of background checks for all of your household employees. Prices vary.

    Click Shop Now to see all of our background check packages.

  • NannyShare is proud to partner with HomePay. They make tracking time, managing payroll and taxes, and state/federal filing responsibilities a breeze!

    Sign up today for your first month free! $75/month after that.

 FAQs

  • A nanny share is an arrangement between two or more families who hire a nanny to care for both families’ children at the same time.

    Nanny shares can be especially helpful for young families who are on the same schedule and only have 1-2 children each. These arrangements also have a cost benefit—both families agree to split the cost of child care, while the nanny still receives a fair hourly rate.

  • Yes! This is definitely an option, especially if one or more children will be partially present.

    For example, if you have an older child in school, we can add stipulations for additional care in the contract for when your child’s school is closed.

  • In your contract with your care giver (yes, you need a contract), you can define “sick” and when you feel comfortable with the nanny working. You can also ask your nanny to recommend or help you find back up care when they are too sick to work.

    As Nanny Share Nashville grows, we hope to add an additional directory of backup sitters or nannies to help fill sick day gaps.

  • Yes! A contract protects you and the nanny. A contract will clearly define job duties and expectations and provide both parties a pathway for ending the arrangement when appropriate.

  • Ideally, you want to be in a signed contract two weeks before your start date. If you are looking on your own, plan to start interviewing families and nannies at least two months before you need care.

    NannyShare Nashville can help you find care faster. In as little as two weeks, you could be meeting with pre-screened families and nannies and finalizing a contract for your share.