Median Annual Wage: $19,730
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (48%); Post-secondary certificate (30%); Some college, no degree (15%)
Projected Growth: Average (8% to 14%)
Related Job Titles: Nanny; Nanny/Household Manager
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Source: O*NET OnLine information for Nannies.
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- Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact or play with unsafe objects.
- Model appropriate social behaviors and encourage concern for others to cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills.
- Observe children's behavior for irregularities, take temperature, transport children to doctor, or administer medications, as directed, to maintain children's health.
- Teach and perform age-appropriate activities, such as lap play, reading, and arts and crafts to encourage intellectual development of children.
- Assign appropriate chores and praise targeted behaviors to encourage development of self-control, self-confidence, and responsibility.
- Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.
- Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.
- Work with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote desirable child behavior.
- Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children.
- Organize and conduct age-appropriate recreational activities, such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and play dates.
- Meet regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Transport children to schools, social outings, and medical appointments.
- Regulate children's rest periods and nap schedules.
- Help develop or monitor family schedule.
- Supervise and assist with homework.
- Keep records of play, meal schedules, and bill payment.
- Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties related to children's care.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Nannies.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Nannies.