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The following resources are provided free of charge to help families in the process of finding and hiring the best candidate possible.
 

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 Before You Hire

GoNannies.com Candidate Hire Kit - This kit will make your hiring process AMAZINGLY easier! To use the kit, simply click on the links and print out the forms as instructed in the list below. Then each time you contact or interview a candidate, use the appropriate forms and paper clip or staple their set of forms together with their GoNannies.com profile at the top of their stack and store it all in your folder/binder.

   GoNannies.com Candidate Hire Kit
Candidate Tracking Log
 

Print one of these and staple or tape it to the front inside cover of your folder/binder for easy and frequent access

Telephone Interview Form

    (includes sample questions)
 

Print out several copies and place them in a folder/binder to be used on each candidate

In-Person Interview Form

    (Includes sample questions)
 

Print out several copies and place them in a folder/binder to be used on each candidate

Employment Application
 

Print out several copies and place them in a folder/binder to be used on each candidate (as desired)

Reference Checking Form

    (includes sample questions)
 

Print out several copies and place them in a folder/binder to be used on each candidate for whom you check references.

Scam Warning - If you are considering relocating a candidate from another location, be sure to read this scam warning.

Run a background check - Once you've identified the job seeker you're interested in hiring, we strongly encourage you to run a FULL background check on them prior to offering them the job. PRELIMINARY background checks are available at no charge to families* and may be used on an unlimited number of job seekers as a preliminary screening step, and FULL background checks are available for an additional charge to be run on a your final candidate. [Learn More]

GoNannies also offers a full range of affordable supplemental background check services including driving record checks, employment/reference checks, education verifications, and more. Visit our Family Registration Page to order any background check.

Visit our How Background Checks Work page to learn how the background check process works, and visit our Understanding Background Checks page to learn more about the background checks we offer.

* Preliminary background checks are available to families registered for one of our paid membership services. Access is subject to job seeker approval.

U.S. Work Eligibility/INS Information [Link to Site] Bringing someone over from another country can be very challenging and sometimes not a possibility. Be informed about the costs, requirements, and feasibilty of bringing someone over from another country. We recommend that you contact the INS and/or an immigration attorney if you are considering this option. The link above points you directly to the page which includes the telephone numbers to call INS to ask questions. Browse the rest of their site as well to learn about work eligibility laws, regulations and guidelines.


 After You Hire
 
Household Employee Taxes [www.Breedlove-Online.com]
 
1-888-BREEDLOVE

You have better things to do with your time than deal with household employment taxes, Breedlove & Associates has a solution for you. You'll save time and get complete peace of mind knowing your taxes are being handled professionally. Click on the Breedlove logo on the left to run payroll scenarios, learn about their services and to understand the tax process. Or give them a call, they'll be glad to answer your questions.

Nanny Family Work Agreement [Link to Agreement]
 

If you are hiring a nanny or other childcare provider, GoNannies recommends having your new employee sign an agreement to minimize the potential for any misunderstandings now or in the future. BabyCenter offers a very comprehensive version (see link above), but you may modify it to meet your needs or use any other agreement you feel most comfortable with.

Nanny Log (essential for infants!)
Vehicle Mileage Expense Report
Legal Resources [www.LegallyNanny.com]
 

Legally Nanny provides the legal and tax advice you need to hire and pay a nanny, elder care provider or other household employee legally. They also assist household employers in drafting employment, confidentiality and severance agreements, and in defending and resolving disputes. To learn more about these and other legal services Legally Nanny offers, click on the link above.

Worker's Compensation Insurance
 

Find out whether your state requires household employers to hold Worker's Compensation Insurance or not. In most states, it is recommend that household employers go through their homeowner's insurance provider for Worker's Compensation coverage (exceptions are NH, NY and OH where there are requirements to purchase through the state). Often families are covered under their umbrella policy and don't realize it. If not already covered, a rider can usually be added to the policy over the phone. Click Here Find out what the requirements are for your state.

Health Insurance [Eisenberg Associates]
 

Eisenberg Associates offers Healthcare Insurance, including Health, Life, Disability, Dental, and IRA-Retirement Plans. Call their office at 1-800-777-5765 for more information.

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