If you’re thinking about hiring a nanny, you need to start by making an assessment of what your childcare needs are. Here are some questions to ask yourself before you start the process of hiring a nanny:

• Do you need full-time care or part-time care? If you’re looking for part-time care, what days and hours do you need?
• Do you want a nanny who lives in the home or outside the home?
• What duties will you require of your nanny? Will she provide just childcare or will she also provide household services as well?
• How much can you afford to pay your nanny? Is the pay reasonable considering the market and the hours you require?
• What type of qualities are you looking for in a nanny?
• Does she need to be upbeat and enthusiastic?
• Should she be flexible and accommodating?
• What type of skills and experience do you require?
• Should your nanny be CPR certified and have an early childhood education background?
• Can we wait 3 to 5 months and hire from overseas for the chance to save money and have more access to more nanny selection?