Some of the qualities you can expect from a top professional nanny are a love of children, organizational skills, communication skills, flexibility, trustworthiness and the ability to take initiative. It helps if they are friendly and full of fun too so that your children will enjoy being with them.
Being a great nanny often requires patience, stamina and the ability to remain calm under pressure so it’s not a job for the over-sensitive or faint-hearted.
For parents, having someone else care for their children is often stressful. A great nanny will understand this and work hard to establish trust.
Discuss your expectations
Your expectations as a client need to be discussed before you even think about packing your car or boarding a plane. Every family is different so communicating what you expect upfront is essential to prevent misunderstandings from occurring.
When hiring a travel nanny some of the issues that will need to be discussed include accommodation (will she sleep with the kids or have her own room?), daily routine (will she accompany you all over or stay with the children), eating times, and activities for the children.
