Beginning the Nanny Search
Currently there are thousands of nannies using the eNanny Source system to find
a nanny job. That's great news for families like you, but it can also be overwhelming
if you're just starting your nanny search. Here are some tips to help you succeed.
- Using our search engine.
There are four types of nanny searches you can do on the site, which will filter
the results differently:
- Basic: Broad criteria (job requirements and location by state or Zip code) for searching
so that you get more nannies in your search results.
- Focused: More criteria to search by, so that your results are more targeted and
more relevant.
- Nanny ID: Often, a nanny will contact you first. If you have her ID number, use
this search to find her profile quickly.
- Email: Enter the nanny's email address for exact results.
- Writing an email
If you see a nanny that you're interested in, the first step is to get in touch
with her. Since most nannies don't give out their phone number on the site, you
will reach her by email. Compose an email that shows you care about her and not
just her job specs. Look for ways to make it personal and specific. Tell a bit about
your family and what you are looking for, and tell her about your child(ren). You
have the choice between our eNannyeMail system that part of your account or using
your outside email address.
- Making the calls.
Once you hear back from your favorite nannies, they will offer their phone numbers
and it's time to make the calls. This is where you will really narrow your list,
as you find out which ones you "click" with. Good candidates will seem eager to
chat about the job, will volunteer information and will also readily offer you the
names and phone numbers of more than one reference.
- Add Nannies to My Top Picks
Nannies that you are especially interested in should be added to your My Top
Picks list. You can find this handy feature to keep track of communication and comments
on your favorite nannies in our Tool Kit.