Sample Interview Questions for Nannies

When interviewing a nanny you want to make sure you ask the right questions. Here is a sample list of questions to ask any potential nanny.

• Why do you want this job?
• What was your last job and why did you leave it?
• How long were you with them?
• Number of kids you looked after? What were their ages?
• What do you find the most challenging part of working with children?
• What type of activities do you like to do with children? (When asking this question make it age specific)
• How do you discipline children if they are not listening?
• Are you willing to supervise play dates with other children in our home and or take our child to programs?
• Are you comfortable assisting with homework?
• How would you handle a temper tantrum?
• Are you trained in CPR? Is it up to date?
• What if my baby / child cries? How will you comfort her / him?
• What would you like to know about my children?
• If my child got sick (fever, vomiting etc) how would you respond? What if during the course of the day the fever kept rising despite your efforts?
• Are you comfortable with cooking? What are your specialties? Can you follow a recipe?
• Do you know how to swim?
• Do you like pets? Do you have any experience working for a family with pets?
• Do you drive?