More Than a Job: the Perks of Working as a Nanny

A nanny job can have you swinging high

Imagine a day filled with laughter, creativity, and the joy of nurturing young minds. As a professional nanny, you can replace a desk-tied 9-5 with a dynamic and ever-changing work day full of fresh air and giggles, not to mention the rewarding feeling of fostering creativity, knowledge and security in the next generation. 

Let’s take a closer look at the perks of being a nanny, and what it really can mean to build a professional career in childcare. 

Unexpected Bonuses: It's Not Just a Job, It's an Adventure!

Nannying is more than just a job; it's a gateway to a world of unique experiences and personal growth. Here are some perks that might surprise you:

Travel the World

Some nannies have the opportunity to travel to exciting places with all expenses paid. While it’s definitely still work, you may get a chance to explore new cultures and destinations and see places you would not have seen in any other job. 

Develop Crucial Life Skills

Being a nanny hones essential skills that can prepare you for any career path you choose later on, such as:

  • Communication

  • Time management

  • Project management 

  • Conflict resolution 

  • Team work and collaboration

Financial Stability and Benefits

Salaries for full-time nannies have been on the rise in recent years, and it is now a career that offers both stability and competitive compensation. Other benefits might include: 

  • Health care stipend

  • Paid time off

  • Paid sick days

  • Paid holidays

Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

Unlike the typical 9-to-5 job, nannying schedules come in all types. Maybe an after-school, part time gig lets you pursue a creative career or graduate studies, or a 40-hours-in-4-days schedule gives you valuable 3-day weekends for travel or hobbies. The field of nannying offers great variation on schedules that still amount to a significant and livable income. 

Additionally, in a day and age when most people sit in front of a computer all day, nannies get to be physically active, make the most of sunny days, and spend their day filling up on fresh air. That's not just a fun way to spend a day, it's great for your physical and mental health as well! 

More Than a Caregiver: a Rewarding Career

As a nanny, you become a pivotal part of children's lives, forming deep, lasting connections. Witnessing their milestones and contributing to their growth is an unparalleled experience that to many feels like a rewarding, uplifting, and purposeful way to spend their working hours. 

As a nanny, you're not just a caregiver; you're shaping the future one child at a time.

Are you Ready to Embark on Your Nannying Journey?

If you're seeking an adventurous, fulfilling career that goes beyond the traditional, stepping into the world of nannying might just be your calling. And when you are ready, we here at Smart Sitting will be ready for you in return! 

We work only with the most dedicated, experienced, and engaging caregivers, which allows us to devote our time to making thoughtful, hand-picked matches between families and nannies. If you think you have what it takes to be a SmartSitter, send in your application today, and watch your career as a nanny blossom. 

Cajsa Landin