1. Parties
This Nanny Contract (the "Agreement") is made on [DATE] between [PARENT(S) NAME(S)], of [HOME ADDRESS] (the "Family"), and [NANNY NAME], of [NANNY ADDRESS] (the "Nanny"). The Nanny will care for the following child(ren): [NAMES AND AGES].
2. Start Date and Trial Period
Employment begins on [START DATE]. The first [NUMBER] weeks are a trial period, during which either party may end this Agreement with [NUMBER] days' notice. Employment is [AT WILL / FOR A TERM ENDING ON DATE], subject to section 11.
3. Schedule
The Nanny's regular schedule is [DAYS], from [START TIME] to [END TIME], for a total of [NUMBER] hours per week. The Family guarantees [NUMBER] hours of pay per week, even if the Family does not need the Nanny for all scheduled hours, except when the Nanny is unavailable. Changes to the schedule will be agreed with at least [NUMBER] days' notice where possible. [If live-in: The Nanny will have a private room and is off duty outside scheduled hours.]
4. Pay and Overtime
The Family will pay the Nanny [AMOUNT] per hour [OR: a weekly salary of AMOUNT for NUMBER hours] on [PAY DAY], by [PAYMENT METHOD]. Hours worked over 40 in a workweek [and over NUMBER in a day, where state law requires] will be paid at [1.5x] the regular rate. The Family will keep records of hours worked and give the Nanny a pay statement each payday. Pay will be reviewed [ANNUALLY].
5. Taxes and Insurance
The Nanny is a household employee of the Family, not an independent contractor. The Family will withhold and pay employment taxes as required by federal and state law, provide a Form W-2 each year, and obtain [WORKERS' COMPENSATION / DISABILITY] insurance where required. The Nanny will provide a completed Form W-4 and Form I-9.
6. Duties
The Nanny's duties include: [e.g. supervising and caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, school drop-off and pickup, homework help, age-appropriate activities, children's laundry and tidying up after the children]. Duties not included unless agreed in writing: [e.g. general housekeeping, care for pets, overnight care].
7. Paid Time Off and Holidays
The Nanny will receive [NUMBER] days of paid vacation per year, of which [NUMBER] are chosen by the Family and [NUMBER] by the Nanny, with [NUMBER] weeks' notice. Paid holidays: [LIST]. Paid sick days: [NUMBER] per year, or more if required by state or local law. If the Family travels and does not need the Nanny, the Nanny will be paid the guaranteed hours.
8. Transportation and Expenses
If the Nanny drives the children, the Nanny will use [THE FAMILY'S CAR / THE NANNY'S CAR, WITH MILEAGE REIMBURSED AT RATE PER MILE], hold a valid driver's license, and use age-appropriate car seats. The Family will reimburse expenses for the children's activities approved in advance.
9. House Rules and Communication
The Nanny will follow the Family's guidelines on [SCREEN TIME, FOOD AND ALLERGIES, DISCIPLINE, NAPS, VISITORS, OUTINGS, SOCIAL MEDIA POSTING OF THE CHILDREN]. The parties will hold a short check-in every [WEEK / MONTH]. The Family will tell the Nanny if any cameras are used in the home. The Nanny will keep the Family's private information confidential.
10. Health and Emergencies
The Family will provide emergency contacts, medical information, and written consent for emergency treatment of the children. The Nanny will contact emergency services first in an emergency and then the parents. [The Family will pay for infant and child CPR and first aid certification.]
11. Termination
After the trial period, either party may end this Agreement with [NUMBER] weeks' written notice, or pay in place of notice. The Family may end it immediately for serious misconduct, such as endangering the children. The Family will pay all wages owed, including accrued unused vacation where required by law, by the final payday required by state law.
12. General Terms
This Agreement is governed by the laws of [STATE]. Where federal, state, or local law gives the Nanny greater rights than this Agreement, that law applies. Changes must be in writing and signed by both parties. The parties agree that this Agreement may be signed electronically.
13. Signatures
FAMILY: [PARENT NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] [SECOND PARENT NAME, if applicable] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] NANNY: [NANNY NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE]