Nanny position?

[ada_byron]

I got offered a job as a live-in nanny I think. I say "I think" because I'm not sure if the woman thinks I'm going to be STAYING with her or looking after her son. She's a psychiatric nurse who works 7 p.m. to 7 a.m

Comments

[mary_shelley77]

That's a tough one. It sounds rough, especially with the no extra perks, but if you feel that it would be a step up from what you've got now. . .

Talk to her some more about it. The kid might actually appreciate your input, being as you know what he's on and might be able to offer some insight. I don't know. Give it some more very serious thought before committing to anything.

[ada_byron]

yes, the kid seems really excited. I wonder how much of his behavior is just out of loneliness...

[kaiwhakamarie]

Gosh, that sounds like an AWFUL lot of work just for a room! Especially if she's offering you no extra cash and is on the fence about you having your cats! I mean, at the end of the day if it's meant to be your home for the summer it should feel like a home, right? Don't let anybody fleece you or take advantage, even if they aren't doing it on purpose!

Okay, shut me up. I sound like somebody's mother. Ew.

But if you think it's a good arrangement go for it! Best of luck!

[ada_byron]

I'm not sure still - it will give Joe and I a much needed break. On the other hand - MY CAT!! ;_;

Seriously, I know that may sound stupid to most people, but it's my CAT for God's sake! :(

[kaiwhakamarie]

I don't think it is stupid at all

[ada_byron]

I think you're right about the cat thing. I mean, I did take responsibility for him. I'd never just leave him at the pound, but I bought him, Joe bought Jojo, so he and I both have responsibilities to the animals.

She's allergic to cats. She's said I can bring Winky, but there's a dog there and it's a small apartment. That and two incorrigible children AND going to school?

Ugh. I don't think I'm taking this thing. One the one hand, time away from Joe would be good, on the other I'd have to work for no money AND I wouldn't be able to save up at all, so at the end of the summer I'd really be no better off than before...seems like it would just be a bandaid.

[nishar]

If the kid is a monster to deal with I would want money and room and board. Tough call, but it would be less hellish than retail so I would be inclinced to take it.

[ada_byron]

I know, but I couldn't bring any of my furniture OR my cat. Actually, if I brought my furniture I'd have to store it (ok), and if I stored it I'd have to pay for it rather than her. I can pay the bill - that's no problem - but still...I dunno, I think she could cough up the money if I'm babysitting for her 12 hours a day 5 days a week.

I know I sound bitchy about it and maybe I am, but I'll essentially be working the same hours as her AND going to school and not being paid ANY cash for it at all.

[nishar]

No pay would be why I wouldn't do it.

[absolute_soup]

This doesn't sound like such a good deal to me. No actual pay and you'll never be able to go out at night. That, plus I don't think dealing with one freaking kid, nevermind two will not be good for your nerves.

[ada_byron]

Too right - I'm sorry to say it but despite the fact that I have NO social life, I'd like to at least know I have the option of going out once every blue moon!

[christyfire]

I dont want to get into it here but call me and remind me to give you my opinion. When we first discussed it you hadn't met the kid yet.