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It’s only fair that all parents want what’s best for their kids. Especially when a child is still new to this world and you need someone to help to navigate them in this big and complex environment. That’s when a nanny comes in – someone you can fully entrust your child to without worrying about it.
And while we all know that finding a good nanny is a mission in its own right, some parents seem to take a more delusional approach to it. From requirements through the roof to offering “free hands-on parenting experience” and charging a live-in nanny, these are among the countless nanny job ads we just couldn’t make up.
Below awaits the selection of the weirdest and craziest screenshots of nanny jobs that make you wonder what these parents were thinking.
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#1
Anyone Who Has Worked In Childcare Knows She Hit Babysitter Bingo
HelluvaHedgehogAlien 1 year ago (edited)
This poor teenager would rather walk the doggos of the people in our neighborhood for 3 dollars per doggo.
With the increasing number of households needing a nanny to help care for their children, finding a good one is becoming increasingly difficult. And while it’s important to stay realistic when it comes to setting requirements for the nanny, some parents fail to do so, as seen in the numerous examples shared in this article.
It all comes down to the fact that every parent wants the best for their children. The thing in question is how differently moms and dads understand what exactly is best. For some, it’s free hands-on experience in childcare; for others, it’s another delusional request.
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#2
Delusional Babysitter Requirements
Raena Celis 1 year ago
A bachelor's degree for $10 an hour, 100% attendance required but has to deal with last minute arrangements? How bout no
#3
What Do You Mean You Can't Afford It
Another important aspect to note when it comes to a perfect nanny match is how much more cautious parents are becoming when it comes to ensuring their children's care. That’s where probably the most important factor comes into play when looking for a nanny–trust.
#4
Any Master Graduates Looking For A Babysitting Job For 18$ A Day?
HelluvaHedgehogAlien 1 year ago
I don’t think this person is very smart either if they can’t do the damn maths and work out how much they’re paying
#5
75 Cents An Hour For Babysitting
DC 1 year ago
Are these the very same parents who complain about everything being anti-child? Just because your children play a role in your contribution to exploitation, and people aren't willing to have any of it, these people are not child haters. Ok, maybe they hate YOUR children, depends on how much delusion they already internalized...
Of course, a nanny must have the necessary qualifications and experience, but it is also important to find a nanny who is naturally kind and nurturing. Parents want someone who will be a positive role model for their children and will be able to provide the right kind of guidance and support.
But how and where do you find this whole package in a person? How do you determine if they have what it takes? From background checks to recommendations, from conducting interviews to having dinners with the whole family, parents go to great lengths to make sure they find the right person to whom they can entrust their child.
#6
Babysitter Wanted, Must Be In Collage
#7
Childcare Is So Easy, It Should Be Cheap Right?
Rianne Alter 1 year ago
This basically comes out to 1.11$ an hr per kid...take that as you will...
#8
Free Babysitter Needed
#9
Nanny For Free
Nadine Bamberger 1 year ago
So you'd let a stranger who not only agrees to work for free but also pays half of your grocery bills and is willing to breastfeed your baby look after kids too young to tell if something is not right. Because let's be clear, no one of their right mind without sinister motives would do that and we haven't even talked about your overall entitled language.
No wonder nanny cameras are becoming a booming business with more and more parents opting to keep an eye on their child and the caretaker while they’re away. Having said that, it’s important to address some very important safety and privacy concerns and issues around nanny cameras that parents should be aware of. So we reached out to Daniel Markuson, the cybersecurity expert at NordVPN, who happily shared some insights.
Markuson warned that hidden cameras should never be used to monitor anyone and thus compromise their privacy. “Nanny cameras should be used for security reasons only, such as making sure your child or pet is safe,” he commented. So if parents see nanny cameras as a way to allow their babysitters to earn their trust, this is the wrong way to do so.
#10
Need A Babysitter/Slave
#11
She Wants Childcare/Housekeeper For $1.70/Hour. The Sad Part Is People Are Actually Offering To Do It At Her Price
#12
What's The Going Rate For Full-Time Childcare For A Kid With Special Needs?
Historyharlot93 1 year ago (edited)
I’m curious how a 4 year old has been diagnosed as ADHD. It sounds like a typical 4 year old behavior. My son was in 7th grade when diagnosed, and had to go through some rigorous testing. I think people throw stuff like this in because they want you to feel sorry that they have a special needs child and you’re willing to give them a financial break.
#13
Pay Me To Be My Live-In Nanny
"The main privacy issue is that if not protected properly, any smart camera (including a nanny camera) can be hacked,” Markuson warned parents who are considering getting a nanny camera. “If this happens, a malicious third party will be able to access the camera’s feed and see not only what your child is doing but also you or your other family members who are in the same room as the camera.”
To ensure this does not happen, it is important to adjust your nanny camera settings in a certain way. First, it’s checking your camera’s password settings. “Set up your IP camera to require a password. The password should be complex, unique, and consist of no less than 12 characters. According to NordPass research, people often fail to change their admin passwords. In fact, the most popular password in the U.S. is 'guest,' which is also a common admin password,” Markuson explained.
#14
$100 For A 60-Hour Per Week Plus Vegan Food Costs Sounds Like A Deal
Captain Kyra 1 year ago
Women only is common in these wanted adds. Do people realize women can also be predators? 🤷 This list is making me sad.
#15
Single Mom Would Like To Pay Less Than 2$ An Hour For Childcare
Linda Tisue 1 year ago
K, I know reproductive choices are becoming more limited in the US, but.... A momma boss playing for sympathy because she is "a single mother" is like the restaurants that say customers would have to pay more for their food if they had to pay more than a tipped wage.
#16
Babysitter Needed
ShaZam Beaubien 1 year ago
Soooo this person wants a low wage sitter who has to keep up with a high level medical procedure (feeding tube) ... I'm sure the 12 year old will have the experience to handle this situation😳
#17
Wanted: Live-In Slave
ShaZam Beaubien 1 year ago
ALLOWANCE? That's sounds derogatory based on the requirements ... I am surprised the "daily report" doesn't have to be in a certain format.
Another important step is to enable your camera’s security features. “If you bought a camera that encrypts data transmitted via the internet, turn this feature on. And always update your device with the latest security patches.”
Last but not least, it’s safest to hide your online traffic with a VPN connection set up on your router, the cybersecurity expert argues. “If you set up a VPN, like NordVPN, on your router, you can connect and secure any number of gadgets with a single device slot. Any device that connects to it, including your home security camera, will automatically be private on the internet,” Markuson told us.
#18
Woman Wants $2-3/Hour Childcare
#19
I Just Love The Way They Think
Rebelliousslug 1 year ago
If they are also babysitting on this trip, then yes you also have to pay them otherwise it’s not really a vacation for them is it?
#20
2.73 Per Hour Is A Normal Rate For Childcare, Apparently
Linda Tisue 1 year ago (edited)
Wonder why she doesn't try to get the kids grandparents to babysit? Maybe they wanted more money too. Yeah this is going to sound harsh, but the "I am a single mother" card doesn't gain any sympathy. People should have either a) looked seriously at the state of your marriage/ relationship and finances before reproducing. b) taken better precautions for birth control or c) made a different choice when they got knocked up, there is adoption even for pro birth people. We got enough people in the world, and that "single mother" is not such a rare genetic specium that human kind will suffer without her DNA in the gene pool. If one loves kids so much they should go into teaching or work in daycare. Yes I know a parent can die or just walk out, but that goes back to asking if one partner can support a kid before having one. I never had kids, because I asked myself these questions before having kids. I wasn't willing to take the risk that my partner was going to stick around and even with a teaching degree, I knew that would be enough to support a kid. I do like kids, that is why I became a teacher instead of being a sympathy seeking "single mother"
#21
Nanny For 1-2k A Year? Awesome
Lakota Wolf 1 year ago (edited)
$2,000 per YEAR?! If one just blue-sky assumes 40 hrs a week, 52 weeks a year, that is less than a dollar an hour.
#22
I Wonder Why Her Babysitter Stopped Texting Her For Less Than $2 An Hour
#23
Pay Me To Live In My Master Bedroom And Babysit My Kids
#24
The Minimum Wage Is Almost $15/Hour In My Country, Yikes
#25
Wanna Earn Less Than Minimum Wage With Triple The Responsibility?
Paula Chaffee 1 year ago
I need to pay rent! And buy groceries too! I cannot live on your pay! I doubt anyone else can either!
#26
Oh, You Just Need An Experienced Babysitter With A Very Specialized Skill Set Willing To Work For $20/Day. Comin' Right Up
#27
Woman Is Always Begging In Our Neighborhood Page But Wants Childcare On A Premium Day And Thinks It’ll Be Cheap
#28
Fifty Cents An Hour For Quality In-Home Childcare
Steve Robert 1 year ago
Plot twist: the father and babysitter was having an affair and that's why she got pregnant.
#29
Job Ad For Premier Pool Service. Am I Being Dramatic Or Getting Paid $10 An Hour To Do All This Is Just Insane?
Lara Verne 1 year ago
We need full time babysitter, entertainer, cook, tutor, chauffeur and cleaner all-in-one. We pay $10/hour.
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ZeroCapacity 1 year ago
None of these people should have had crotch goblins they don't seem to be able to afford them.
JustJackie 1 year ago
These parents really want to pay the absolute bare minimum for someone to look after their fücking child? Looks like they don't care about their kids enough. Or they'd be willing to pay more, I don't even think they can't, I think they don't want to. And these are probably people who wanted children, and a family. Imagine what its like for the children who weren't actually wanted...
Valaun 1 year ago
What amazes me the most is the degree requirement. For what purpose do these people need a college educated person to watch their kids. And why on earth would you spend the money getting a degree only to watch kids.
Tyranamar Seuss 1 year ago
Professional Nannie's can make good money and many have degrees or special training. But you're looking at starting rates of about $30/hr here in So. Cal.
Load More Replies... ZeroCapacity 1 year ago
None of these people should have had crotch goblins they don't seem to be able to afford them.
JustJackie 1 year ago
These parents really want to pay the absolute bare minimum for someone to look after their fücking child? Looks like they don't care about their kids enough. Or they'd be willing to pay more, I don't even think they can't, I think they don't want to. And these are probably people who wanted children, and a family. Imagine what its like for the children who weren't actually wanted...
Valaun 1 year ago
What amazes me the most is the degree requirement. For what purpose do these people need a college educated person to watch their kids. And why on earth would you spend the money getting a degree only to watch kids.
Tyranamar Seuss 1 year ago
Professional Nannie's can make good money and many have degrees or special training. But you're looking at starting rates of about $30/hr here in So. Cal.
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