Negotiating a Nanny Salary
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When you are hired as a nanny, you have the option of negotiating your salary, even if you work with an agency. The nanny agency will place you in a position, but you are free to negotiate your work schedule and pay with the family. You will not want to sign a contract until you have come to an agreement concerning your salary. If you have very little experience, the family may offer you less pay than you feel you deserve.

Don't hesitate to explain why you feel you deserve a bit more pay; such as a good work history or references from people who know you well and can speak of your character and work ethic. If you have a lot of experience, provide references from former families or share references from people in the community who know you as a nanny. You might also want to share your school transcripts that will show your education. Any of these things can be used to negotiate a higher salary as a full-time nanny. Just remember, everything is negotiable in your job as a nanny. If you feel you deserve more of something, present a counteroffer with the reasons why.