Paragon Personnel Ltd. is a nanny placement agency Vancouver B.C., founded in March 1980 to provide professional services for families and individuals in need of household assistance.
Helping you find the right nanny!
Live-in nanny / caregiver
live-out nanny / caregiver
housekeeper,
temporary/part-time nanny
Nanny interview checklist
The interview starts with a full description of the job and its requirements:
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children: age, daily routine, school and general information;
- home responsibilities: housekeeping, laundry, meal preparations, etc.
- general: working hours, salary, benefits, accommodation (if live-in position)
Now that the applicant is aware of the requirements, it's time for her to provide answers to some very relevant and important questions:
- Personal, educational background and work experience
- Describe a typical day with the children, i.e.: activities, meal preparations, etc.
- Discipline methods: "what would you do if..."
- Medical emergency: "How would you deal with an injury...
- Introduce your children to the applicant and watch the natural response and interaction between them.
- Closing questions: Can you handle the job? Are you interested to work for us?
Do you have any questions for us?
Once the interview is concluded it's time to make a general assessment and write your notes, BEFORE the next interview:
- General impression: appearance. personality, ability to handle the job.
- Strengths and weaknesses: language skills. interaction with the children, etc.
- Salary and work load issues.
After a careful consideration of all applicants, you can make your decision who is the best suitable candidate to care for your children and your home.
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