In-House Staffing Blog
The Benefits of Baby Sign Language
At times it can be difficult to know exactly what your baby needs, which often leads to frustration for both children and parents. The ability to sign basic words can help improve your baby's communication skills and serve as a stepping stone to verbal communication....
Building Successful Relationships: Working Remotely with Your Nanny
With many parents working remotely for the foreseeable future and nannies quickly returning back to work, it's important to recognize and discuss how to make these new work arrangements effective for everyone. With planning and communication, it is possible to your...
7 Employer Benefits of Domestic Employment Compliance
Last week we discussed the benefits of above-board pay for candidates. Now let's dive into the benefits for employers! Paying under-the-table is perceived to be easy, hassle-free and low-risk in terms of getting caught. While it may seem to have its advantages, the...
Under-the-Table vs. Above Board: The Benefits of Being Paid Legally
The Benefits of Legal Pay for Nannies In the Nanny industry, legal pay has always been required, but is often disregarded. While paying under-the-table is perceived to be low-risk in terms of getting caught, the recent pandemic has brought to light the necessity of...
Are you sparking your child’s creativity this summer?
With Summer just around the corner, we've put together a list of our top picks for camps and classes in the Bay Area. You'll find plenty of virtual activities as well as a few in-person activities with smaller class sizes and even personalized at-home adventures!...
5 Things You Might Not be Doing During Your Virtual Interview
Virtual interviewing has quickly become a go-to for employers and candidates during the pandemic. It's important to treat a virtual interview the same way you would an in-person meeting: with preparedness, professionalism and confidence! However a video call can make...
Are you cleaning these surfaces regularly?
For essential workers with household employees, staying on top of disinfecting high-traffic areas significantly reduces the risk of transmitting bacteria and viruses. Research shows the virus can live on surfaces for a few hours, such as on on clothing, and as long...
Virtual Story Times for Children During Quarantine
Reading as a Resource for Facilitating Discussion Between school closures, learning remotely from home, not being able to see friends and the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic, children are likely feeling very overwhelmed these days. Turning to books is an...
Virtual Resources for Engaging Your Kids During Quarantine
Need some fresh ideas for keeping children engaged? Most schools in the Bay Area have been closed for a month now and the novelty of this newness for kids is beginning to wear off. If you're feeling the strain of keeping up with work while caring for children at home,...
The 5 Benefits of Virtual Tutoring
With schools closed and unlikely to reopen soon, balancing work while keeping children engaged and managing their education and day-to-day schedule is a daunting task for any parent. Our credentialed candidates are available to assist with your educational needs...