Nanny Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Nanny:

High school diploma; further training in child development is a plus
First aid certification is a plus
Previous experience as a Nanny or Babysitter
A pleasant and patient personality
Caring disposition
Availability to work in shifts, during weekends, in the evenings and occasionally full days
Excellent understanding of child development in different age stages
Ability to come up with creative ideas to educate and engage children
Multitasking skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Nanny skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Nanny roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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