"Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded."

—Jesse Lair

Rosy-cheeked Nannies Need Only Apply

In the Walt Disney movie, "Mary Poppins," children Jane and Michael Banks write their own classified ad seeking a nanny, specifically one who is not cross, has rosy cheeks, and plays games! Do you fit the bill? If you are interested in joining our database of potential nannies and childcare personnel, we are eager to hear from you. Kindly contact us for a personal appointment. First Steps never charges a fee to the applicant; we will meet to discuss your qualifications and expectations thoroughly before setting up an interview with a potential employer. We will also see that you are reference and background checked. Positions available include full time or part time, live in or live out, long term or short term, as well as temporary situations.

When contacting us, please bring to our attention any traits you feel would be an asset to our agency and a potential family, including experience, special skills (computer, art, etc), foreign languages, first aid training, cultural diversity, or others. It is helpful if you have a current resume and a list of references available. Rest assured that while we screen potential nanny candidates, we also take utmost care in interviewing the families to ensure that we place the right nanny in the right home for comfort and compatibility. Remember that while First Steps is the facilitator of the arrangement, the family becomes your employer.

First Steps offers a one-week free trial period as well as a 60-day placement guarantee, for the happiness and satisfaction of the employer and employee. We dot all the i's and cross all the t's when it comes time to precisely match a nanny with a family. The position of nanny or any childcare professional comes with great responsibilities, but also great rewards. To be welcomed into a family's home and treated like a family member, while being entrusted with those most important to them, can be a truly rewarding experience. If you are ready to become affiliated with First Steps, please do take the first step and contact us.

Recommended Salary Guidelines
Full time employment (more than 30 hours per week): $400-$1,200 weekly
Part time employment (less than 30 hours per week): $15-$30 hourly
Salaries can vary due to experience, responsibilities, living situation, number of children, etc.

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