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Discover the US Nanny Association
The US Nanny Association is a trusted resource, collaborating with industry leaders and businesses to create and distribute valuable resources for parents, nannies, agencies and childcare service providers.
Our organizational members, who are experts in childcare, early childhood development, employment, taxes, law, and more, contribute many of these invaluable resources.
Together, we elevate each other and the nanny industry.
Support families
Parent resources include industry terms, job titles, example job descriptions, a step by step guide to hire a nanny and how to pick a reputable agency.
Empower nannies
Nanny resources include how to become a nanny, mandatory reporting, modernizing your nanny resume and a free class on nanny contracts.
Advance skills
We collaborate with educators to promote high quality classes and training programs. To promote your business, join as an organization member.
Promote others
We collaborate with agencies and childcare businesses to promote products and services. To promote your business, join as an organization member.
Member’s Only Digital Library
Explore the US Nanny Association, where both individual and business memberships grant access to our extensive digital library, featuring over 150 webinars, articles and eBooks. These resources cover a range of topics including childcare, employment, safety, leadership and more.
The digital library is organized into several sections
- Hiring a Nanny
- Seeking a Nanny Job
- En Español (Biblioteca)
- Child Development
- Leadership and Self Care
- Newsletters Archive
Below is a preview of the content available in our digital library. We also publish monthly articles in English and Spanish that are free. We encourage everyone to share these free articles on social media and by email.
Hiring a Nanny?
Understanding Nanny Employment
Tom Breedlove and Chelsea Mills of Care.com Homepay provide an expert review of nanny employment and the coronavirus benefits for domestic employees.
Nanny Contract and Work Agreements
Nanny contracts and newborn care work agreements can help parents and nannies discuss and align on job duties and compensation. This video goes through a 14-page example that you can download and modify. No name or email is required to download the example nanny contract.
Helping Families Find a Nanny Part 1
Rebecca Pearcy, owner of Windsor House Nannies and Stephanie McGraw, a parent who hires au pairs share their experiences to help families with practical tips and nanny industry insights.
Helping Families Work with Nanny Agencies
Rebecca Pearcy (Windsor House Nannies) and Stephanie McGraw (USNA Director of Ethics) discusses how parents can work with nanny agencies and au pair agencies to find the best childcare for their family.
Vetting Nanny Candidates
Rosalind Prather, Co-Founder of Trusting Connections Nanny Agency, and Rebecca Pearcy, Co-Founder of Windsor House Nannies discuss safety tips for families hiring a nanny and for nannies looking for a new position.
Medical Benefits for Nannies
Patrick DiFiore of GTM Payroll Services discusses the types of medical benefits that families can offer to their nanny and other household employees. Hosted by Rebecca Pearcy.
Seeking a Nanny Job?
Modernize Your Nanny Resume
Update and modernize your nanny resume. This guide reviews traditional and visual resumes, providing examples to help you enhance your resume and find the right childcare job.
Nanny Professionalism & Job Search Tips
Angela Johnson of Ask the Nanny chats with Glenda Propst of Successful Transitions about professionalism, nanny resumes, and working in childcare.
Mock Interviews with Parents and Nannies
Watch as 3 parents (Stephanie, Rachel and Myrna) ask 3 nannies (Martha, Patsy, and Carrie) interview questions and then discuss what was answered well and how nannies can improve.
Nanny Job Search Success
Emily Louange of Via The Village shares employment data and tips to help you with your nanny job search.
Agencies Supporting Nannies
Rebecca Pearcy of Windsor House Nannies and Joanna Briese of Joanna’s Nannies discuss what they do to support the nannies either represented or employed with their agency.
Successful Transitions
Glenda Propst of Nanny Transitions and Rebecca Pearcy discuss how to successfully navigate the end of a nanny and family employment arrangement.
En Español
Disciplina Positiva
Este Disciplina Positiva by Tony Orozco.
La importancia de la Inteligencia Emocional.
Coach ejecutiva y Coach de vida Rosamary Rodriguez Piana nos platica sobre que es inteligencia emocional y el impacto que crea en nuestro desarrolllo profesional de Nannny.
Estimulación sensorial en niños en edad preescolar
La Dra. Margarita Marichal nos platica sobre la importancia de la estimulación sensorial en niños de edad preescolar y nos da herramientas para desarrollar proyectos con los niños/niñas.
Hablemos de RIE y Pikler USA
Elsa Chain, Presidenta de Pikler/Lóczy USA junto a Fanny Zamarripa fundadora del grupo Respectful Nanny nos platican atravez de una muy emotiva entrevista lo que la pedagogía de RIE y Pikler ha transformado sus vidas personales y profesionales. Nos invitan y motivan a cada una de nosotras a transformarnos también , esto por medio de la educación.
Niños pequeños emociones grandes
Dra. Fermina Liza Román, nos invita a participar en la 2a Conferencia Anual. Niños pequeños emociones grandes es el titulo del tema que ella nos presentara en su webinar.
Alimentos Sólidos Para Bebés
Lic. Ana Alejandra Guzmán nos habla de cómo iniciar con alimentos sólidos en los bebés y cuáles son los más recomendados y métodos para hacer esta transición.
Child Development
Building Resiliency in Extraordinary Times
Shawna Boomgaard, LMSW, ACTP, Ed.S., and host Rebecca Pearcy discuss the effects that trauma can have on a child and the family and how you can build resilience./
Positive Discipline
Julietta Skoog is a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer with an Ed.S Degree in School Psychology and a Master’s Degree in School Counseling. She is sharing tips tonight on routines, positive discipline and how parents and nannies can support kids.
Baby Sign Language
Baby Signs and how to use it with Tina Cavanaugh, a Certified Baby Signs® Instructor and On the Grow™ Educator with host Rebecca Pearcy.
STEM Nature Activities for Toddlers
Allison McDonald, (No Time For Flash Cards) shares her ideas with Rebecca Pearcy, for STEM activities when exploring nature with toddlers.
Writing Experiences for PreSchoolers
should we focus on writing during the preschool years? Dr. Laura Bailet shares all!
Leadership and Self Care
Why Does She Wear a Hijab? Why is Her Hair Kinky?
Jocelyn Jones discusses why cultural relativism and social identity theory is important to use when engaging with parents and children.
Leadership Development: Is It You or Me?
Lawrence Henderson, Leadership Coach discusses accountability and ownership – two of the most important elements fueling truly successful people.
Why is Self Care Important?
Are you stressed, feeling burnt out, and exhausted? Alexaraye Vallejo (Mindful Care Collective) shares her insight on self-care and being mindful.
Built on a Solid Foundation
Lawrence Henderson, Leadership Coach shares, “Built on a Solid Foundation”. The saying goes if you don’t stand for something you will fall for anything. That’s why I believe understanding what your set of Core Values are will help you navigate not only life, but relationships, and provide purpose to everything you do.
Self Care for Parents
Whitney Casares, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.P., published author and creator of Modern Mommy Doc, discusses with Rebecca Pearcy why it is important and how parents can practice self-care.
Leading from the Inside Out
Lawrence Henderson, Leadership Coach. Leading from the Inside Out shares how to harness your power and gain the footing you need to be successful! Lawrence is a leadership coach who teaches self-awareness, professional development and leadership.
Latest News
Three R’s for the Summer Nanny 2023 – Read. Repurpose. Reset
Here are three R’s for the summer Nanny in 2023 – Read. Repurpose. Reset.
The Great Autumn Organization
A Time to Declutter and De-Stress By: Dr. Linda Karges-Bone There is something powerful and motivating about the Autumn Equinox. It has been celebrated for millennia and for good reason. As the seasons shift and families move closer together in anticipation of...
Back to School
If your child is in the 7th grade this year, the last time he or she experienced a complete and “normal” academic year was in the 4th grade.
