Are you still reeling from the shock and busy pace of having to suddenly school your kids at home this past school year due to COVID19? With school closures happening so suddenly, it was a real struggle for many working parents to adjust to not only working from home but also having to school your child at the same exact time. To be honest, as much as we would rather it not happen, the possibility of that same scenario playing out in the coming school year is a very real possibility.

We are in a time of uncertainty in our upcoming school year. Right now, while we are a month or so out from the start of the school year, is the time to begin preparing for the possibility of school closures. You need to right now be thinking about what options your family has for education, and to begin putting them into place. We are here to share with you the options for back to school this year which includes information all about private educators.

There are many education options available to families. From letting your child attend the public or private schools, and going with whatever flow happens during the year, to hybrid homeschooling and straight-up homeschooling. The choice is yours as the parent.

But if you are a working parent, the option of homeschooling, although appealing in current times, may not seem a possible option for you. But it can be, if you really desire it.

More and more parents are realizing that you can hire a licensed teacher, to come into their home and teach their children. Sometimes this teacher is also a nanny and will care for the other non-academic needs of your children as well.

Perhaps you are a work from home parent and you really want the confidence of knowing that your child is safe at home and that their education will not be abruptly interrupted. But since you are working, you know it would be a real challenge for you yourself to give them the time needed for their education, and to maintain your current job. For this type of situation, you might want to consider hiring a teacher to come into your home for a few hours a day and have them teach the subjects they would otherwise be learning at school.

Or maybe you are a parent that works outside the home and you still want to know that your child’s education will not suddenly be interrupted by closures. But you know there is no way you are able to stay home to teach them. Then you may want to consider hiring a nanny, who is also able to teach and administer daily school work, with the bonus of taking care or the other needs of your children in the safety of your home.

But what are some of the other benefits of hiring a teacher to homeschool your child, besides not having your child’s schedule is suddenly interrupted and knowing your children are safe at home? Here are the many benefits of homeschooling:

Your Child Will Be Able to Learn at Their Own Pace

Mainstream classrooms place emphasis on the group as a whole. Teaching your child at home, essentially puts your child in charge of the learning pace. If they understand a concept, they can quickly move on. But if they are struggling, you can focus more on that skill.

Freedom Over Your Schedule

You and the teacher you hire can set the school hours. You can choose when and where they complete their lessons. Whether that be in the morning, afternoon, or even evening. What works best for you, is what you do.

Learning Outside the Box Through Play 

You will have the ability to be allow your teacher to be spontaneous in their teaching. Perhaps your child takes a sudden interest in a topic. You can let the teacher use the time with your child to help that child learn more about that interest in unconventional ways. Whether that is researching, taking a trip, or planning an activity around that subject. The world can be their classroom.

Just know that you the parent have options during these times. And now is the time to start thinking and preparing for what might come.

We know that you are doing your best, no matter what choice you make regarding your child’s education. We hope this helps open your eyes to the possibility of private educators to help in your home with schooling this year and helps provide options for back to school this year. If we can help you in finding the perfect private educator or nanny for your home, you can find out more about our placement services here. We are here to help you along this unknown time of school and find the best fit.

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Are you expecting a new bundle of joy soon? If so, congratulations! Pregnancy is such a special time in a family’s life. It’s a time full of waiting and wondering. Waiting to meet the love of your life and wondering who they will be.

It’s also a busy time. A time of so much decision making and planning. And I am sure at the top of your list, is getting the first room your child will live-in ready.

Did you know that �����鶹 can help you along in the process of setting up your dream nursery?

We offer a nursery design service and checklist customized to your style, with custom baby registry setup.

How does this service work?

We will start by coming to your home, and we will do a 1-2 hour session and talk about the nursery of your dreams. Also, because this service also includes the baby registry package, we will be setting that up as well, to make sure you have everything you need when the time comes.

In this session, we will thoroughly discuss your own personal style, colors, themes, etc. Following that meeting, we will go start a idea page with your thoughts and ideas and go back and forth with you to make sure you are in love with everything. 

Following that, we will do some online shopping and give you a full list of products to help achieve the nursery look you desire.

We will then present you with an affordable price option and then a splurge option.

You will then purchase the items from the list. Or wait and see what you receive from your registry. Once your items are in your possession, we will come set the room up. 

We will make sure all of your baby’s gear is set up properly, and demonstrate how each product works. We will do a complete organization of all the baby products and all of your nursery items. Making sure your vision of the perfect nursery is fulfilled. 

Allowing you to feel safe and confident, and ready.

One Hour In �����鶹 or Virtual Consultation Includes the Following:

• Curated Baby Registry Tailored to Your Lifestyle and Needs
• Organized List for Thank You Cards
• Organization of Products and All Nursery Items
• Baby Gear Set-Up and Demonstration

If you would like more info on our “Nursery Design and Organization” package, please contact us today. We would be honored to help you feel prepared, confident and ready to start this next chapter in your lives, the chapter of parenthood.

Don’t forget us about your needs for a newborn care specialist or nanny for your new bundle of joy too! We’d love to help you and your precious new addition! You can check out more information here.

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What is a household manager?

�����鶹 managers make sure the day to day operating of your home runs smoothly by planning, coordinating, or helping meet what ever your families needs are. They can be great assets to very large families or even smaller ones. If it’s a larger household with different staff, they would oversee all the staff and whatever other needs the family has; in essence a household manager would have once been called a butler. 

What do they do?

One of their responsibilities is to oversee general operations and staff if the family has any. Some expectations a family may have would be:

• Making appointments 
• Taking care of the household bills 
• Running errands 
• Supervising staff like private cooks, housekeepers, or nannies 
• Shopping 
• Scheduling and overseeing home repairs or maintenance 
• Keeping up with the home calendar and schedules 
• Family Meal Prep
• Booking Travel and Arrangements
• Party and Event Planning
• House Sitting and Pet Care

If it is a smaller household the home manager may also be required to take on the duties of cook, housekeeper, etc.

Why you may need a household manager?

Today we live in a fast-paced lifestyle and sometimes the demands of this world can take a lot of our precious time. Having a household manager keeping everything in your home running smoothly so you can get some of that time back and invest it in things more important like your family. They can take the stress out of all your planned events and monthly home needs so you can just enjoy your free time. 

How much does a home manager cost?

The salary range for a home manager can be very broad. Busy families that live in the suburbs will have a different offer than what a high profile family would require. It could range from $20 an hour to a yearly salary of $50,000 to $100,000 or more! In Phoenix and Scottsdale, most house manager salaries fall in the $25 an hour range. Some people pay for just a part-time home manager and others may want full time or even live on-site estate managers. 

As you can tell, a household manager can be anything the employer needs them to be. They can go from managing larger estates and families with the other staff that goes along with that. Or to just being a part-time manager that helps a smaller family stay organized and get back a little more time to enjoy their children whether that’s an after school ball game or dance recital. They can even help to make sure all the monthly bills are paid and finances are budgeted. I think we all wish we had a little help in taking care of some of these tasks that goes along with a home running smoothly, don’t you?

Let us help you find the perfect household manager to help take the stresses of your everyday household away. You can find out more here.

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When I met Cindy, what stuck out the most was the value she placed on me as an individual nanny. She took the time to get to know me, listened to my work history and exactly what I was looking for. It never felt like I was just another nanny on her list. There couldn’t be a better business, partner or group of nannies to have by my side.  I am honored that she chose me to take over this incredible company and look forward to making it as great as it can be!

We are so excited to bring a fresh look and feel to �����鶹!  When it came to the design of the new logo, we wanted something simple, local and modern.  In the coming weeks you will see a fresh logo and a completely new website. A new focus social media on our Instagram and Facebook accounts as well as Twitter.  Invitations will be sent to join our monthly newsletters for both families and nannies.  On our blog, you will find updates on agency news, tips and tricks and local events.  We are looking forward to creating a fun and engaging community for our Arizona nannies and families!

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A: I have worked with children for nearly 16 years. I’ve worked in daycare’s, after school programs, behavioral health centers, and have been a career nanny / house manager for 13 years! 

Q:  How long have you worked with �����鶹?

A:  I started working with �����鶹 3 years ago doing reference checks and screenings.  I have since stepped into the ownership position. I am thrilled to continue the incredible reputation Cindy Littwin built from the ground up as the previous owner. 

Q:  Where are you from originally?

A:  The Midwest.  Born in a small town in northern Minnesota, grew up in Rockford, Illinois, and had a short stint in Middleton, Wisconsin.  Then moved to Minnesota and most of our family remains there! 

Q:  What is your favorite restaurant in the valley?

A: There are so many great options!  I love Greenhouse @ Kierland Commons, True Food Kitchen @ Scottsdale Quarter, and Sumomaya.  My husband recently introduced me to El Chorro in Paradise Valley!

Q:  What are your favorite shows? 

A:  Anything with Gordon Ramsay. I also enjoy Golden Girls, Fixer Upper, Friends, Arrested Development, and The West Wing. 

Q:  Best place you have traveled?

A:  Funny story, before we went to Hawaii I was convinced that I wouldn’t like it.  The Caribbean was my only tropical reference point and i was certain Hawaii wouldn’t be the same, I was wrong.  Hawaii is hands down my favorite place I have ever vacationed.  The natural beauty is incredible and there is a sense of calm almost everywhere you go.  It is the perfect place to recharge and remains my happy place.

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