Hilton Head Nannies
The Lowcountry's Gold Standard
for Childcare since 2007.
What should we expect to pay a nanny?
The current market for nannies is highly competitive, reflecting a broader economic trend of worker shortages. Post pandemic, daycare limitations have driven more families to seek in-home childcare, making the demand for nannies particularly high. Here’s an overview of the rates we are seeing in this area. Please note that these rates are subject to change as the market shifts.
Full-Time Nannies
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1 Year of Experience: $18-22/hour
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2-5 Years of Experience: $23-25/hour
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5-10+ Years of Experience: $25-35+/hour
Part-Time Nannies
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Add $2-$5 per hour to the above rates.
These rates apply to the care of 1-2 children. For additional children, expect to add $2-$4 per hour.
f you are considering a “Nanny Share” (where families combine to share the cost of a nanny), add $8-$10/hour to the above rates.
Nanny/Household Manager/Family Assistant
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1 Year of Experience: $25/hour
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2-5 Years of Experience: $26-34/hour
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5-10+ Years of Experience: $35-85/hour
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Rates are dependent on responsibilities.
Newborn Care Providers
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$35-95 per hour, plus travel costs, room, and board.
For further details or to make an inquiry, please reach out to us directly.
What benefits do candidates expect?
When seeking to attract and retain a top-notch nanny, it's important to be aware of the competitive nature of the market. Other families are also vying for excellent caregivers, often by offering attractive benefits. Here are some of the benefits that families are providing to entice and keep great nannies:
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Health Insurance: Full coverage or a contribution
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Paid Vacation: 1-5 weeks
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Paid Sick Days: 3-5 days, with additional days if your children pass an illness to the nanny
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Personal Days
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Paid Major Holidays
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Travel Pay
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Relocation Expenses
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Cell Phone Stipends
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Memberships to Professional Organizations: Such as the International Nanny Association
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Education Stipend
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Paid Days Off for Conferences
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Guaranteed Hours: Ensuring the nanny is paid every week for base scheduled hours even if not needed
Offering a comprehensive benefits package is key to attracting and retaining high-quality nannies in today’s competitive market.
Are there any benefits required to work with Hilton Head Nannies ?
At Hilton Head Nannies, we prioritize working with the best caregivers, and to ensure we attract top talent, we require the following benefits for all nannies placed through our agency:
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Health Insurance Contribution
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Paid Vacation: 1-2 weeks annually
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Paid Sick Days: Minimum of 3 per year
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Paid Holidays Off:
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New Year’s Day
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Memorial Day
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Independence Day
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Labor Day
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Thanksgiving Day
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Day After Thanksgiving
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
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Guaranteed Hours: The nanny is paid for the contracted hours even if their services are not utilized
By providing these essential benefits, we ensure that our nannies are well-supported and motivated to deliver the highest quality care.
What other costs will I incur?
When hiring a nanny, there are additional costs to consider beyond their hourly rate:
Taxes
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Nanny's Salary: Legally taxable. As the employer, you must pay the employer’s portion of the taxes. Some families also choose to pay the nanny’s portion.
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Independent Contractor Status: Any caregiver working in your home and earning more than $600 per year in wages cannot be classified as an independent contractor.
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Employer Taxes and Unemployment Insurance: Must also be paid. For payroll tax questions, we refer clients to HomeWork Solutions, Inc. at 1-800-NANITAX (1-800-626-4829) or visit HomeWork Solutions. The website offers a free online tax calculator to help you plan your nanny compensation package.
Overtime Pay
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Federal Law: Nannies working in your home on a regular basis cannot be salaried; they are considered hourly employees. Any hours worked over 40 in a 7-day work period must be paid at time and a half.
By understanding and planning for these additional costs, you can ensure a fair and legal employment arrangement for your nanny.
Please Note: Hilton Head Nannies will not work with employers who plan to pay their nanny “under the table”.
What fees are charged by Hilton Head Nannies?
Application Fee
To cover the initial expenses of recruiting for your position, we charge an application fee:
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$1,000 for Part-Time/Full-Time Placements
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$500 for Temporary Placements
Placement Fee
After you extend an offer of employment to a nanny, the following placement fees apply:
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Temporary Nannies: 20% of the estimated compensation package (trimester - 60 days or less), with a minimum fee of $2,000
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Part-Time & Full-Time Placements, Newborn Care Specialists: 20% of the first year’s estimated compensation, with a minimum fee of $3,000
These fees ensure that we can provide you with the best possible candidates for your childcare needs.
Is there a placement guarantee?
Placement Guarantee for Permanent Placements
At Hilton Head Nannies, we are confident in our ability to match loving nannies with families who share similar interests, values, and goals. However, if the nanny leaves or the family is unsatisfied for performance-based reasons, we offer the following guarantee:
Guarantee Terms
If the initial Permanent Placement Applicant is found unsuitable for performance-based reasons within ninety days of the start date, Hilton Head Nannies (HHN) will make reasonable efforts to conduct a second search on behalf of the client at no additional charge. This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
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Eligibility: The placement fee must be received prior to the employment start date.
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Scope: The second search must match the original search parameters, including salary range, hours, and location.
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Duration: HHN cannot guarantee the length of time the second search will take but reserves the right to limit the search period to a maximum of six weeks.
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Replacement: The second search is valid for one potential replacement applicant only.
If HHN is unable to find a suitable replacement despite complying with these obligations, the placement fee remains non-refundable, in whole or in part.
Temporary Placement Guarantee
For temporary placements, if the applicant is found unsuitable for performance-based reasons within ten days, HHN will also conduct a second search at no additional charge, adhering to the same conditions outlined above.
By providing this guarantee, we strive to ensure the satisfaction and peace of mind for our clients.
How do we begin the process of working with Hilton Head Nannies to secure a nanny for our family?
We are delighted to assist you in finding the perfect nanny for your family's needs. To get started, please call our office and ask to speak with one of our placement coordinators. You can reach us at 843-227-3196.
We look forward to working with you!
