Found Your Own Nanny?
Let Skyline Handle the Rest.
Hiring a nanny on your own can save time and money; but navigating contracts, compensation, background checks, payroll requirements, and onboarding can feel overwhelming.
Skyline's DIY Nanny Hiring Support service provides professional guidance and household employment expertise to help families confidently hire and onboard a nanny they've found independently.
Whether you've hired through a referral, social media, a neighborhood group, or your own network, we'll help ensure you're set up for success from day one.
You found a nanny through a friend or referral
You connected with a nanny through Facebook or social media
You posted your own job and selected a candidate
You need help determining pay and benefits
You want a professional work agreement
You'd like reference checks completed
You're unsure what comes next after hiring
You want guidance without paying for a full placement service
Common Reasons Families Choose This Service
What's Included When Choosing This Service
Compensation and benefits guidance
Work agreement/contract preparation
Reference check services
Background screening coordination
Household employment education
PTO, holidays, and guaranteed hours guidance
New employer onboarding support
Offer and onboarding consultation
Access to Skyline templates and resources
Package Options
Complete Hiring & Onboarding Package
Includes:
60-minute hiring and onboarding consultation
Compensation and benefits package review
Guidance on household employment best practices, industry standards, and applicable employment requirements
Employment agreement template
New employer onboarding checklist
Personalized recommendations based on your family's needs
Email follow-up summary with resources and next steps
$495 - one time fee
Perfect for families who have already selected their nanny and need help creating a professional employment arrangement.
Best For:
Families who want additional peace of mind before welcoming a nanny into their home.
$995 - one time fee
Comprehensive support for families who have identified a nanny but want professional assistance before employment begins.
Essential Onboarding Package
Includes:
Initial consultation
Reference check service
Background screening coordination
Compensation and benefits guidance
Employment agreement template
Offer and onboarding support
New employer education session
30 days of post-hire support
Best For:
Families who have selected a nanny and want confidence that compensation, expectations, and onboarding are structured professionally from the start.
Includes:
Comprehensive background check
Driving record check
Verification and review of results
Professional reference checks with up to three references
Written summary of reference feedback and screening findings
Opportunity to discuss results with Skyline
$250 - per candidate
Gain additional peace of mind before making a hiring decision with Skyline's professional candidate screening service.
Candidate Screening Package
Best For:
Families who have identified a nanny candidate and want independent verification before extending an offer or beginning employment.
Whether you're looking for professional guidance, comprehensive onboarding support, or candidate screening services, Skyline is here to help you build a strong foundation for a successful nanny-family relationship. Choose the option that best fits your needs and take the next step with confidence.
How The Process Works
1. Tell Us About Your Nanny
Complete our intake form and share details about the nanny you've selected and the support you're seeking.
2. Receive Expert Guidance
Skyline reviews your needs and provides personalized recommendations, resources, and onboarding support.
3. Hire With Confidence
Move forward knowing your nanny relationship is built on clear expectations, professional standards, and a strong foundation for long-term success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing the right support for your family's hiring journey is important. We've answered some of the most common questions about our DIY Hiring Support and Candidate Screening services below. If you don't see your question, we're always happy to help.
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No. This service is specifically designed for families who have already found a nanny independently.
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Yes. Skyline can coordinate comprehensive background screening services and explain available screening options.
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Yes. We can review household employment agreements and provide recommendations based on industry standards and household employment best practices. For some packages we also will provide the in-depth employment contract Skyline uses for its placements.
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Absolutely. We provide guidance regarding market rates, guaranteed hours, PTO, holidays, sick time, mileage reimbursement, and other common employment benefits. We Can also help audit or build a fair compensation for the nanny you intend to hire.
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No. This service is designed for families who have already identified a nanny candidate and need support with hiring and onboarding.
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If Skyline determines that a full search would better meet your family's needs, we'll discuss available placement options.
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No. Fees for DIY Hiring Support and Candidate Screening services are non-refundable.
These services include professional guidance, consultation, screening coordination, and other work performed on your family's behalf. As a result, services cannot be refunded once purchased.
If you're unsure which option is right for your family, we're happy to answer questions before you move forward.