Unless your budget is unlimited, you need to be very clear about what you expect when covering expenses for meals out and so on. You will need to figure out what you’re comfortable spending and spelling this out beforehand so there is no awkwardness when it comes to ordering.
It is also important to see how the nanny interacts with you and your children before going on vacation. You will be spending time in close quarters and you need to have someone who meshes with the family.
A contract
Once all the conditions have been discussed, putting it in writing is important. This will include hours, responsibilities, compensation, additional expenses you will be responsible for and details of the trip. In addition to the hourly wage, families usually pay for the nanny’s airfare, meals, accommodation and activities with the children or family.
If a nanny is required to work for more than 44 hours a week, she will need to be paid overtime. Your family may be on vacation but it is a job for her and if she has to work too many hours, she may get burnt out. She needs to have some time away from the children.
