Families

Connecting you with highly-qualified nanny professionals in Chicago and New York.

Our offerings

You know that nanny who all the parents rave about at the neighborhood playground? We know them.

Newborn
Care Specialist

Newborn Care Specialists are highly-experienced individuals with extensive training in newborn care. While new parents catch up on much-needed sleep, an NCS is able to step in and implement healthy strategies for feeding, sleep schedules, & more. Their ability to lead the way takes pressure off of new parents’ shoulders during those first several weeks/months.

NCS (depending on overall experience and credentials) earn $35-50+/hour.

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Nanny

A long-term nanny (full-time or part-time) is a professional who fits seamlessly into your family life to provide quality childcare, as well as child-related household support. Full-time nannies work 35+ hours per week, while part-time nannies work 20-34 hours per week.

Most career nannies in Chicago are offered $27-35+/hour, depending on their background and job expectations. Nannies earn a guaranteed weekly rate. (Don't worry — we’re here to help guide you through this!)

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Nanny /
House Manager

A nanny/house manager often fulfills a dual role in the home, providing quality childcare & support, while also assisting the whole family in the day-to-day upkeep of the household. This support may come in the form of family errands, grocery shopping, family laundry, scheduling, vendor management, meal prep, etc. This role can be tailored to your family's needs.

Most experienced nanny / house managers earn $30-40+/hour, based on experience & scope of role.

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Requirements for families

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Requirements for families •

We focus on what matters most so you don’t have to worry.

  • Must offer a set schedule of 20+ hours per week.

  • Must comply with compensating their nanny as an in-home employee, legally, using a W-2 and inclusive of applicable overtime.

  • Must agree to offering nanny industry standards (i.e. guaranteed weekly pay based on a set schedule, paid vacation, holidays and sick days).

  • Willing to offer a competitive market rate such as $27-35+/hour for nannies & household managers, and $35-50+/hour for Newborn Care Specialists.

  • Open to sharing past nanny references.

Our Process

  • 01. Family Application

    Take a moment to share with us what makes your family special! Once we receive your application, we will send a detailed email which includes a link to schedule a video consultation.

  • 02. Video consultation

    The best way for us to make a connection is to meet for a video consultation. We will elaborate on the placement process, the current nanny market, typical duties, salaries, and benefits. Are you first-time parents? We will help you get acclimated to life with a great caregiver on your team.

  • 03. The Matchmaking Begins

    Once you have decided to proceed with our agency, a $650 Engagement Fee will kickstart the matchmaking process.

    Within weeks, we will compile a customized list of the top contenders that fit your criteria and provide you with their detailed NH profiles.

  • 04. Candidate Interviews

    Your agent will coordinate video interviews via Zoom or in-person. You will receive our Interview Guide, which will prepare you for this stage of the process.

    After interviews, we will gather feedback from both you and the nanny candidates to refine your search.

  • 05. Trial Period

    With any candidate(s) that you feel may be a potential match, the next step is to schedule a Trial Period. This allows both the nanny and family to see what a working day is like in your home. Typically, a Trial Period consists of 1-2 visits of 2+ hours.

  • 06. Ready to hire

    Once you have decided on the best fit for your family, we assist with with building your Employment Agreement—outlining weekly pay, PTO, etc.

    Once both parties agree to the terms, it’s official! The Placement Fee will be charged once your nanny accepts the job offer.

  • 07. Support

    We are here to support you throughout your partnership. You may reach out to us anytime for guidance pertaining to life changes or for general advice.

    We truly value the relationships we build with both families and nannies.

kind words

“I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Nanny Harmony.

What can be such a stressful experience was easy and enjoyable because they listened to what I needed, made me feel confident they could find us the right candidate, and ultimately helped us find an amazing nanny! I’ve worked with other agencies in the past and my experience with Nanny Harmony was the best by far. I would encourage anyone looking for a personalized experience to call and let them help you with finding the perfect fit!”

- brody, NH Client

Your Investment

$650 Engagement Fee to start search

After a consultation, payment of the Engagement Fee initiates your search.

PLACEMENT FEE:

Nanny or House Manager*:
15% of the candidate's total annual compensation

Newborn Care Specialist*:
20% of the candidate's total gross compensation

*The minimum base rate is $6500 for nanny placements and NCS placements.