NANNY PLACEMENT

Starling specializes in placing stellar nannies, family assistants, household managers, newborn care specialists, private educators, personal assistants, and more. In addition to our core nanny placement services, Starling also offers consultation services for families.

NANNY PLACEMENT PROCESS

Our nanny placement process is designed to ensure a strong connection and a smooth transition for your family. We begin with custom job development, thoroughly understanding your childcare goals while providing essential insights into industry standards and best practices. Next, we leverage our extensive network to curate the candidate selection, presenting you with dedicated, professional nannies who precisely meet your unique needs. We guide you through every step, providing comprehensive hiring support that includes a custom work agreement and a complete employee onboarding plan. To ensure an informed decision, our critical due diligence process utilizes professional screening methods and a formal background investigation. Beyond the initial hire, we offer household employment support to align your family with all state and federal guidelines, and we include tax and payroll assistance with free setup through our trusted partner for seamless legal compliance. Our dedication continues with ongoing support and an extensive placement guarantee, plus we provide valuable early learning resources to help your children and nanny thrive together.

NANNY PLACEMENT FEATURES

Custom Job Development: To build a solid foundation, we begin by understanding your childcare goals. We also share essential information about industry standards, best practices, and more.
Curated Candidate Selection: We leverage our extensive network and industry knowledge to present you with professional and dedicated nanny candidates that meet your childcare goals.
Comprehensive Hiring Support: We will walk you through each stage of the hiring process including a custom work agreement, employee onboarding plan, family manual, and much more.
Critical Due Diligence: Our process includes professional screening methods and a formal background investigation to ensure an informed hiring decision.
Household Employment Support: We will help your family align with best practices as well as state and federal household employment guidelines.
Tax and Payroll Assistance: We provide free nanny tax and payroll setup with our trusted partner, ensuring your payroll is handled correctly and legally.
Ongoing Support: Our commitment extends beyond the hiring process with ongoing support and an extensive placement guarantee.
Early Learning Resources: To help your children thrive, we provide an early literacy guide and other resources to support your family and nanny.

WE BELIEVE IN

Fostering curiosity and nurturing development
The magic of creativity and wonder
Celebrating kindness and championing authenticity

NANNY PLACEMENT OPTIONS

Review the following descriptions to choose the right caregiver for your family:

Nanny: A professional Nanny is an expert in early childhood development and a dedicated partner to parents. Their goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment tailored to each child’s unique needs. Their responsibilities are comprehensive to the growth and well-being of the children. Tasks include maintaining the children’s routine including meals, transportation, developmental activities, children’s laundry, and more.
Family Assistant: A professional Family Assistant blends nurturing childcare with essential household support. Their goal is to ensure the household is running harmoniously. In addition to professional nanny tasks, a Family Assistant will accomplish light household organization, errands, family laundry, and meal preparation. A Family Assistant is ideal for parents with school-age children.
Household Manager: A professional Household Manager is responsible for the administration, logistics, and maintenance of the home. They are the central point of coordination, ensuring every aspect of the household operates seamlessly. Tasks are curated to running the residence, and do not typically involve childcare.
Temporary Nanny: A Temporary Nanny provides professional childcare for a specific, short duration. Tasks include maintaining the children’s routine including meals, transportation, developmental activities, and children’s laundry.

NANNY PLACEMENT FEES

Retainer: Our nanny placement service begins with a non-refundable retainer fee of $400.
Final Placement Fee: The one-time final placement fee is equal to 15% of the nanny’s total gross compensation.
6 Month Guarantee: To ensure you are happy with your hire, our long-term placements include a 6 month replacement guarantee.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When Should We Start Looking For A Nanny with Starling? Like many good things in Seattle, the demand is high. For that reason, you can’t start too early. We recommend reaching out well in advance of your start date. This will ensure you have time to make the right hiring decision.

What is the Hourly Rate for a Nanny in Seattle? Nanny rates in Seattle are influenced by several factors, including the specific responsibilities, the number of children needing care, and the nanny’s experience level. Starling Agency acts as a knowledgeable consultant, providing expert guidance on appropriate rates based on a nanny’s qualifications and your family’s unique requirements.