2024 Holiday Bonus Guide: What Should You Give Your Nanny, Housekeeper, or Sitter?

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“Magda is phenomenal, and we are so happy she is a part of our family. We all adore her! She has been with us for almost two years, and we’re seeking some guidance on a holiday bonus. Do you have any advice?”

 

Every year, as we enter the festive season, we receive a variation of this heartfelt question from families. To help, we thought it would be useful to share some thoughtful guidance:

 

A holiday bonus is an important way to show your nanny how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication to your family. It’s a reflection of the vital role they play in your children’s lives and their ongoing commitment to your family’s well-being.

 

For a full-time nanny who has become an integral part of your family, a bonus equivalent to one to two weeks’ salary is the standard. For nannies with several years of dedicated and exceptional care, if you’re able, consider offering more. We also suggest pairing the bonus with an annual review (we provide clients with an evaluation template) to ensure open communication and recognition of any areas where performance has exceeded expectations or needs adjustment. Many families also include a personal gesture from the children, such as a homemade card, cookies, chocolates, or a mani-pedi gift card. These personal touches make the gift even more meaningful.

 

If your nanny has been with you for less than a year, a bonus of half their weekly salary or one full day’s pay for each month of employment is appropriate. If you’re welcoming a new nanny into your family, a $100 to $200 gift card is a lovely way to make them feel welcome. A handwritten note that recalls a special moment shared between the nanny and the children adds a heartfelt touch.

 

For part-time babysitters who help out a few times a month, a gift equivalent to one night’s pay is customary. Alternatively, a $100-$200 gift card to a favorite store, restaurant, or salon is a thoughtful and appreciative gesture.

 

For housekeepers or cleaners, a holiday bonus of one to two weeks’ pay is standard, depending on the length of service. Accompany it with a small gift—perhaps a bottle of wine, fine chocolate, or a mani-pedi gift card.

 

While these guidelines reflect industry norms in the New York metropolitan area, it’s important to note that the specific bonus amount may vary based on factors such as job performance, length of service, personal circumstances, and family budget.

 

Wee Care Nanny Agency wishes you and your loved ones a safe, joyful and peaceful holiday season!

 

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2023 Holiday Bonus Guide for your Nanny, Housekeeper, or Sitter

As we navigate this festive season, we’ve received a variation of the heartfelt question below many times, so we thought it fitting to provide some thoughtful guidance tailored for families.

“We absolutely cherish Ana – she’s been a true blessing. Do you have any advice on what families typically give as a Christmas gift?”

 

The holiday bonus signifies your family’s appreciation for her performance and unwavering dedication to your children’s care, development, and the vital role your nanny plays with your family. Consider including an annual review (reach out to us for our evaluation template) to ensure open communication and recognition of areas where the nanny’s performance needs a tweak or has surpassed expectations.

 

For the devoted full-time nanny who’s become an integral part of your family, a holiday bonus of one to two weeks’ compensation is customary, with the potential for more for those with several years of dedicated service. If your nanny has been with you for less than a year, consider half of her weekly salary or one full day’s pay for each month she’s been there. Welcoming a new nanny to your family? A $100 to $200 gift card is a wonderful way to set a warm tone. Don’t forget the power of a heartfelt handwritten note, referencing a special yearly moment in the caregiver-child relationship – a beautiful touch to express your genuine gratitude.

 

Some families go the extra mile by adding a personal touch from the little ones, such as a homemade card, cookies, or her favorite treat. This extra gesture wraps the monetary gift in genuine warmth and appreciation from the child.

 

For the part-time babysitter who lends her care several times a month, a gift equivalent to one night’s pay is the customary norm. Many families opt for a $100-$200 gift card to their favorite spot, whether it’s a shop, cafe, or nail salon.

 

For the dedicated housekeepers and cleaners, a holiday bonus of one to two weeks’ pay is appropriate, depending on their length of service. Accompany it with a small gift – perhaps a bottle of wine, fine chocolate, or a Mani-Pedi gift card.

 

While these are general industry norms in the New York metropolitan region, it’s important to note that some families may give more or less based on overall job performance, length of employment, specific circumstances, and family budget. 

 

Here at Wee Care Nanny, we extend warm wishes for a delightful and joyous holiday season to you and your loved ones!

 

Posted by Wee Care Nanny Agency

Stamford, CT     (203) 359-8410

New York, NY    (212) 364-5142

New Haven, CT  (475) 655-3095

             Ranked 1 of the Best Nanny Placement Agencies in the US 2023

   Voted “Best of the Gold Coast CT in 2016, 2020 & 2023” for Nanny/Babysitting Services

2021 Holiday Bonus Guide for Your Nanny, Babysitter or Housekeeper

Naturally, we get some version of the question below often this time of year so we wanted to offer some guidance.

 

“Thank you, thank you, we love Monica, and she is phenomenal with our children. As we approach the end of the year, can you please let me know the typical amount we should bonus our nanny?”

 

A full-time Nanny can usually expect a holiday bonus of one to two week’s compensation – two week’s pay depending upon her length of service.  If your nanny has been with you for several years, the bonus may exceed two weeks, if feasible. Additionally, if the nanny has been with the family less than a year, half of her weekly salary is standard, or one full day of pay for each month she has worked for you. If the nanny is just starting, a $100 gift card sets a nice tone.  A hand-written note of thanks expressing your appreciation and referencing a yearly highlight of the caregiver/child relationship is an additional way to show your genuine gratitude.

Some families will include an extra little something coming from the children like a homemade card, cookies or her favorite confection which surrounds the monetary gift with genuine warmth and appreciation from the child.

 

For the part-time regular babysitter that provides care several times each month, a gift equal to one night’s pay is the norm. Many families choose to provide a $75-$100 gift card to her favorite shop, cafe, nail salon etc.

 

Housekeeper/Cleaner, one or two week’s pay, depending upon her length of service and a small gift like a bottle of wine, fine chocolate or Mani-Pedi gift card.

 

The holiday bonus signifies your family’s appreciation for her performance and dedication to your children’s care, development, and the vital role your nanny plays with your family. A family should also include an annual review (ask us about our evaluation template) which helps nannies and families understand where change may be needed and to recognize areas where the nanny’s performance has exceeded expectations.

 

Obviously, this is a general guideline of industry norms in the NY metropolitan region. Some families give considerably more or less depending on overall job performance, length of employment, particular circumstances, and family budget.

 

Wee Care Nanny wishes you and your loved ones a wonderful and joyous holiday season!

 

Posted by Wee Care Nanny Agency

Stamford, CT    (203) 359-8410
New York, NY   (212) 364-5142

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