Questions ABC commonly asks to Prospective Harrisburg Nannies

Here is a small sample of the questions asked to nanny applicants during their interviews with ABC Nanny Source. As you will see, we are very thorough in drawing out information that can really give us insight into the type of person each candidate is.

1. Tell me about your interests and upbringing.

2. Why did you apply to this particular nanny agency?

3. Which age range do you feel most comfortable caring for?

4. How many years have you been a nanny?

5. What caused you to decide to become a Harrisburg Nanny?

6. What were your best and worst childcare experiences? Why?

7. Which communication method do you believe works best when conversing with
parents? Would you be willing to leave a daily journal if requested to by a family?

8. What activities do you typically like to incorporate into the daily schedule?

9. Would you willing to assist with the children’s transportation to and from activities?

10. Do you know any other Harrisburg nannies already?

11. What areas are you the most familiar with, especially concerning activities that children may be interested in?

12. Can you explain your previous childcare experiences?

13. Why should we choose to send you to a family over other nannies the agency may be representing?

14. How would you handle a health emergency with a child?

15. Have you ever volunteered with a Harrisburg organization?

16. Are there any days in the near future that you will not be able to work?

17. Are you comfortable around pets? Would you be willing to assist in pet care as well as childcare?

18. Please explain your thoughts regarding discipline.

19. What are your opinions on Television? Do you believe that children should be allowed to watch child friendly shows during the day? Please explain in detail.

20. Where did you grow up? What school did you attend? What was your favorite area of study?

21. How many siblings do you have and what are their ages?

22. Do you consider yourself to be organized?

23. Would you say that you a detailed oriented person?

24. Are you willing to be flexible with your schedule? Are you willing to be on-call for evenings or weekends?

25. When you are offered a position, how soon are you available to start?