Our friends at A New England Nanny have created a guide for nannies and other household employees regarding social media tips for not only getting a job, but for also maintaining a good employment relationship. Most employers today - including household employers -...
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Understanding Household Employment
Beware of Nanny Scams
Most people are now aware that if they receive an email from someone claiming to be a Nigerian prince who wants to give them thousands of dollars in exchange for their bank account information, they know it’s a scam. Unfortunately, many scams still exist that are not...
Are Household Employees Independent Contractors?
"Worker classification" refers to whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor for federal and state employment tax purposes. Employers need to recognize the difference between these two classifications, because the employer’s tax...
Social Media Policy for Nannies
As people of all ages know, social media can be a fun and rewarding way to share your life and opinions with family and friends around the world. Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, and other sites have become increasingly popular over the years, particularly with...
Dress Code for Nannies
Summer is on the way, and that means hot weather and time spent by the pool. The summer heat also means people like to wear less clothing; but what is appropriate attire for a nanny during this season? As a household employer, you set the rules and practices for any...
Nanny Work Agreement: Key Elements
A work agreement benefits both the employer and nanny; it helps establish clear standards, rules, and procedures for the household and for the job. Ideally, consulting with an employment attorney is a best practice in developing a work agreement. However, some...
Senior Care Job Description
If you find yourself in need of a senior caregiver to work in the home, the first project to tackle is writing a complete and well-developed senior care job description. Detail all that you need and expect the senior caregiver to do. Be specific. Determine with your...
Resume Fraud and Household Employment
In a tight job market and in the age of internet-based diploma mills, resume fraud is an increasing concern among employers, including those that employ nannies or other household employees. On the other hand, with today’s internet-enabled easy and cost-effective...
Document Abuse and Household Employment
All U.S. citizens, legal immigrants, and certain other groups are protected from document abuse under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Special Counsel, document abuse occurs when an employer...
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