​Finding Your Perfect Nanny & Household Staff
Prioritizing Your Family’s Needs, Every Step of the Way.
We serve families nationwide—from New York to California, New Jersey to Florida, and everywhere in between. Our experienced team carefully matches you with caregivers who create safe, nurturing environments for your loved ones. Let's find the perfect fit for your family. Start your family application here.
We follow a comprehensive four-step process: complete a brief application, consult with a placement specialist, interview pre-screened candidates, and let us handle the hiring details. We provide support from your first conversation through your nanny's first day and beyond.
Family Consultation
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We start with a detailed consultation to understand your family's unique needs. By discussing your routines, required skills, and values, we create a profile that guides our search for candidates who genuinely fit your household and lifestyle.
Family/Candidate Meeting
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Once we understand your needs, we arrange meetings between your family and selected candidates. This allows both parties to connect, ask questions, and assess compatibility. You'll observe how candidates interact with your children, while they gain insight into your family's environment. This mutual exchange ensures everyone feels confident moving forward.
Thorough Candidate Screening
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After your meeting, we conduct thorough screening to verify qualifications, experience, and suitability. This includes background checks, reference verification, and assessment of skills and certifications. We also interview candidates about their professional history, childcare philosophy, and values to ensure only qualified, trustworthy candidates are presented.
Hiring Decision and Support
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Finally, we support the family in making their hiring decision. We provide comprehensive feedback from the screening process and offer guidance to help families choose the best candidate. Once a decision is made, we assist with contract negotiations and ensure a smooth transition for both the family and the caregiver.
If your candidate leaves within one year, we'll provide a replacement at no additional cost. Our support continues beyond hiring—we remain available for ongoing assistance and check-ins to ensure a successful, harmonious relationship.
While nanny placement is our specialty, we also connect families with household managers, personal assistants, and elder care providers. View all our services here.
Start your family application today and let The Noble Nanny guide you through a trusted, personalized placement experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do families have questions about hiring a nanny?
Absolutely—and we're here to answer them. The Noble Nanny helps families nationwide hire exceptional nannies. We support you through every step, from understanding nanny rates to making the right hire. Whether you're in New Jersey, New York, Florida, or California, we make the process simple and stress-free.
🔹 How does the hiring process work?
We begin with a personalized consultation to understand your family’s needs, schedule, and values. From there, we craft a job description, conduct a targeted search, and present pre-screened candidates. You’ll receive support through interviews, and trials.
🔹What are typical nanny rates in the US?
Rates typically range from $20 to $30+ per hour, depending on experience, schedule, and responsibilities. We guide families in offering fair, competitive compensation that reflects caregiver expertise and regional standards. In addition to hourly pay, many families provide benefits such as health insurance stipends, paid vacation, paid sick and personal days, paid holidays, and an annual bonus—ensuring caregivers feel valued, supported, and committed for the long term.
🔹 Is The Noble Nanny available in my state?
Yes—The Noble Nanny proudly serves families nationwide, including New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Florida, California, and many other states. Our team provides trusted nanny placements, household managers, elder care providers, and professional housekeepers across the country. Every match is tailored to meet your family’s unique needs with discretion, reliability, and compassionate care.
🔹What standards do you require of your nanny candidates?
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Be at least 23 years old
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Have a minimum of 3 years professional childcare experience
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Be a non-smoker
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Demonstrate strong communication skills, punctuality, and professionalism
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Show a consistent track record of honesty, reliability, and discretion
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Provide a clear outline of their work history, including verified references
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Successfully complete our screening process, including background checks and interviews
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Be eligible to work in the U.S. and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification if not already certified
🔹How long does the process take?
At The Noble Nanny, timelines vary, but most placements take 4–8 weeks from intake to hire. We prioritize thoughtful matching over speed, focusing on long-term success and lasting caregiver relationships.
🔹How many nannies should I expect to interview?
Most families interview 2 to 4 nanny candidates before making a final decision. At The Noble Nanny, we focus on thoughtful matching—not overwhelming you with options. Each candidate is carefully selected based on your household’s needs, values, and preferences. Some families find the right fit quickly, while others prefer to meet a few caregivers to feel confident in their choice. Either way, the process is guided, supported, and tailored to your comfort level.
🔹What if the nanny isn’t the right fit?
We offer one replacement within a 12-month period. If your placement doesn’t work out due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ll restart the search at no additional cost. This guarantee excludes voluntary departures, family relocations, or changes in household needs—but ensures continued support when the match isn’t the right fit.
🔹Does the nanny need to give consent to a background check?
Yes. All background checks are fully FCRA-compliant and require the nanny’s authorization before we begin.
🔹How long does the background check take?
Most reports are completed within 3–5 business days after authorization. Expedited options may be available upon request.
🔹Can I dispute something in the report?
Yes. If you or your nanny believe there’s an error, we’ll guide you through the dispute and reinvestigation process.
🔹How do I hire a nanny in the US?
There are many ways to find a nanny, but not all offer real support. Online listings and referrals might connect you with candidates, but they often leave you managing vetting and logistics on your own. With The Noble Nanny, you’re guided every step of the way—from defining the role to meeting experienced, values-aligned caregivers—so hiring feels clear, confident, and built to last.
🔹 What types of nannies do you place?
The Noble Nanny places full-time, part-time, live-in, and live-out nannies throughout the U.S., including New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Florida, and California. We also match families with household managers, elder care providers, and professional housekeepers, all chosen for their reliability, professionalism, and compassionate care.
🔹What’s included in the registration and placement fees?
Our registration fee is $350 and includes intake, job description support, recruitment, and interview coordination. Once you're ready to hire, our placement fee is 15% of the nanny’s annual salary. This covers final vetting, offer support, agreement drafting assistance, payroll guidance, and one replacement within a 12-month period—ensuring your experience is smooth, supported, and built to last.
All fees are non-refundable.
🔹Where do you find your nannies?
At The Noble Nanny, we source candidates through a trusted mix of professional and community-based channels. This includes college job boards, local parent groups, caregiver networks, and selective job postings. Many candidates also apply directly through our website.
🔹What is your screening process for nanny candidates?
1. Initial Interview & Qualification
If a candidate meets our minimum requirements—at least 23 years old, non-smoker, with a minimum of 3 years professional childcare experience—we schedule a comprehensive interview. During this conversation, we explore their caregiving background, preferred age groups, child-rearing philosophies, and ideal work environment. We ask behavior-based questions to assess their style as a caregiver and employee, looking for polished professionalism, English proficiency, congeniality, and clear communication. This step helps us understand not just what they’ve done, but how they approach care—with emotional intelligence, ethical boundaries, and a commitment to respectful household dynamics.
2. Reference Checks
Once the interview is complete, we personally contact references by phone to ask detailed questions about the candidate’s past performance and reputation. We verify that their history aligns with their interview responses and dig deeper into their professional relationships. We ask about the nature of the relationship between the employer and the nanny, why the employment ended, what age group the nanny is best suited for, and which tasks or environments may not be a good fit. We also inquire about the nanny’s communication style, reliability, and ability to handle challenges. This step ensures we’re not just reviewing a résumé—we’re building a full picture of how the caregiver has supported families in real life.
3. Final Background Check
After a family makes an offer, we initiate a professional background check through a licensed agency. The report includes:
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National criminal history
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Sex offender registry search
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Social Security number verification
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Address history
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Motor vehicle records (if driving is required)
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Employment verification
This final step provides peace of mind and ensures every placement is built on trust, transparency, and thorough due diligence.
🔹Can I request a background check even if I didn’t find my nanny through The Noble Nanny?
Yes. We offer independent vetting services for families who found a nanny on their own and want professional support before hiring.
🔹What if my nanny doesn’t have a Social Security Number?
For safety and accuracy, we only conduct comprehensive nanny background checks on candidates who have a valid Social Security Number. An SSN allows us to verify identity, confirm work eligibility, run criminal checks, and ensure the highest level of screening for your family. If a candidate cannot provide an SSN, they will not move forward in our placement process.
🔹Do you provide help with payroll?
Yes. While The Noble Nanny does not directly process payroll, we guide families toward trusted third-party payroll providers and offer support in understanding legal requirements, tax obligations, and best practices. From nanny tax basics to setting up compliant payment systems, we help ensure your household is informed and protected.