The 2017 Park Slope Parents' Nanny Pay and Benefits Survey Results

The 2017 data is here! PSP conducted its 6th Nanny Compensation Survey of employers who employ a nanny. These results are based on 870 parents from Brooklyn who employ live-out nannies who are not part of a nanny share.

IMPORTANT FINDINGS:

PAY:

▪ $17.05 per hour for 1 child ($1.99 more than 2015)
▪ $18.33 per hour for 2 children ($1.89 more than 2015)

Part-time nannies continue to make a higher hourly rate than a full-time nannies, paying a premium for fewer hours:
* $18.30 per hour for 10-20 hours
* $17.90 per hour for 50+ hours

TIME OFF:

▪ The average agreed upon days off is 14 days, while the reported days actually received is 21 days. (The vast majority of nannies are paid for all 21 days they receive off.)
▪ 1 in 2 (58%) let their nanny schedule time off at the nanny's discretion (something for which PSP advocates.)

RAISES & BONUSES:

▪ The average raise given is $1.28 per hour.
▪ Giving bonuses continues to be standard, with 1 week's pay given the most common amount.

See the full survey results

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PSP RESOURCES FOR HIRING A NANNY:

The Park Slope Parents website offers comprehensive advice about how to hire a nanny, carefully outlining the parent to domestic employer transition.

STEPS TO HIRING A NANNY ON PSP:

Step 1: WHAT do I want, WHAT can I expect and WHAT will it cost me?
Step 2: WHERE can you find Mary Poppins?
Step 3: WHO is it going to be?
Step 4: HOW can we seal the deal?
Step 5: HOW can I make this a great working relationship?

WORK AGREEMENT:

Learn more and download the Sample Nanny Work Agreement

ON THE BOOKS INFORMATION:

PSP/HomeWork Solutions Guide to Paying On The Books

NANNY SHARE INFORMATION:

The PSP Guide to a Successful Nanny Share

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS SURROUNDING HIRING A NANNY:

These laws apply to all domestic workers, regardless of whether they are paid on or off the books or their eligibility to work in the U.S.

▪ New York Domestic Workers Bill of Rights This bill spells out mandatory overtime compensation over 40 hours, paid time off, and more.
▪ Wage Theft Protection Act This act requires new employers to provide written documentation of their wage rates at time of hire (including nannies paid off the books) and current employers notification by 2/1/2012.
▪ Unemployment Eligibility Workers paid on and off the books are eligible to file for unemployment benefits even if they have not paid taxes on their income.
▪ Worker's Compensation and Insurance A nanny who works 40 or more hours per week for the same employer must be covered by workers’ compensation insurance and disability benefits.
▪ Paid Sick Leave. Domestic workers with 1+ years of tenure must be provided two paid sick days, in addition to 3 days paid rest under the DWBR above.

HELPING YOUR NANNY FIND A NEW JOB:

▪ Here's information to help your nanny find a new job.
▪ Requirements for posting on Park Slope Parents
▪ How to End the Nanny Relationship Positively

INFORMATION FOR NANNIES:

PSP offers tips for nannies including where they can look for a job and post about their availability, as well as resources about the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, information about negotiating their next position, and other great resources.

Disclaimer: This post has been written for educational purposes only by Park Slope Parents and is not meant to be legal advice and should not be construed as legal advice or be relied upon. The post may contain errors, inaccuracies and/or omissions. We recommend checking with a professional for specific advice.