In-House Staffing Blog
What Are Some Common Issues With Large Residences?
Managing a large property comes with a significant number of responsibilities, from daily maintenance to big construction projects. This can be a lot to handle for a single family, which is why many rely on estate managers. The following guide explores what needs to...
How to Land Your Next Nanny Job: Make a Great Impression During Your Interview
Interviewing is essential to finding a position. Whether on Zoom, or in person, this is your opportunity to further display your knowledge, abilities and qualifications that make you the best person for the job. If you struggle with interviewing, you’re not alone!...
How to Find the Perfect Private Chef for Your Family
Hiring a private chef means your friends and family will get to enjoy delicious meals made with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Because there are many factors to consider and options to choose from, you need to perform a bit of due diligence to make the perfect...
Calling all San Mateo County Childcare Providers! Complete this important survey to support nannies in the area.
The San Mateo County Child Care Partnership Council has partnered with The Institute for Families and Nannies to conduct a survey of nannies, babysitters, mother's helpers, doulas, and newborn care specialists living or working in San Mateo County, to evaluate their...
3 Tips for Sleep Training Your Baby
Sleep training is the practice of teaching your baby to fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night with minimal parent or nanny involvement. Long-term research has studied the controversy of sleep training, revealing that this practice improves parents' and...
How to Reduce Your Nanny Taxes
Last week we went over what to consider when budgeting for a nanny and employer tax responsibilities. Now that you know what you can expect to pay in nanny taxes, our friends at GTM look at 3 ways to reduce your nanny tax obligation! Dependent Care FSA...
How to Land Your Next Nanny Job with an Excellent Resume
Having a strong resume is essential to being noticed by potential employers. Your resume is your opportunity to display your experience, abilities and qualifications that make you the best person for the job. If you struggle with writing your resume, you’re not alone!...
California Employment Updates for 2022
Aunt Ann's labor attorney, Lisa Weinberger filled us in on the most recent updates regarding employment law in California. Below you'll find updated information pertaining to minimum wage and mileage rates, wage theft, and more. REQUIRED UPDATES TO...
California COVID-19 Legal Updates 2022
Aunt Ann's labor attorney, Lisa Weinberger provides information on the most recent updates regarding household employment and COVID-19 in California. There were a flurry of COVID-19-related laws passed in 2020 and 2021 – many of which have since expired – which have...
3 Educational Games Nannies Can Play With Kids
For families with busy parents, a nanny can provide critical support when it comes to helping toddlers experience healthy mental development. Educational play in their early years helps children develop problem-solving skills and the mental acuity they’ll later need...