Live-in Nanny?

[C02152014]

As a newly single mom of an infant, I'll now soon need to return to work (which wasn't the plan when we were married, so I'm trying to figure this all out, and quickly).

I was considering sending my son to Montessori daycare, but they don't even accept children until they're 2yo (he's currently 8mo, but I'm trying to stay home with him as long as the court will grant spousal support).

In any case, I know I won't be able to stay home with him until he's 2yo, and once I return to work, the days will be nuts and I'll want to optimize my time with him. So I'm considering doing a live-in nanny to save on precious commute time to/from daycare that I could be spending quality time with him.

Google, for once, has been little help with this question. If you were to have a roommate, the two of you would split the rent, utils, etc. of the house even. Therefore, is it fair to assume that if I'm renting a $2,000 USD house and have a live-in nanny, that's instantly $1,000 in pay right there alone (not considering my paying for all utils, etc)?

I guess what I'm trying to figure out, is how this live-in nanny usually works. I'm thinking I'd like her to watch my son ~9-6p (give or take depending on real hours and commute) when I'm at work. But, if I'm paying the rent and utils in full, do I pay her on top of that? If so, how much?

And what do live-in nannies do later when my son is of school age?


Thank you in advance.

 

[stephx]

I think live in nannies recieve a small wage and in return pay no rent/bills? So essentially you are getting reduced childcare in return for paying their accomadation x

 

[mummy2o]

Have you considered an au pair rather than a live in nanny? Although the au pair isn't qualified to look after a child and normally a young adult, they are cheaper than a living in nanny and can do light chores for you like cleaning or cooking. A live in nanny is qualified but are more expensive, due to this fact. They aren't also able to do cleaning. A nanny has a set work scheduled, so doesn't offer baby sitting services if you want a night out, an au pair can, but you might want to give them a bit extra pocket money if its over their 45 hours a week.

 

[Peanut78]

Hi there, we have a live-in nanny and certainly do pay her (well) on top of the associated cost of having her live in our house. I guess it depends on where you live and what the norm is there...