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What Is A Nanny?

  • Writer: Oceanside Staffing Team
    Oceanside Staffing Team
  • Jan 6
  • 3 min read

For Palm Beach families seeking high-quality, personalized childcare, a professional nanny can become an invaluable addition to the household. From managing daily routines to supporting your child’s development, the right nanny brings consistency, confidence, and peace of mind.


  1. What is a nanny?

  2. What does a nanny do?

  3. What are the different types of nannies?

  4. How can Oceanside Staffing help you find the right nanny?

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1) What is a nanny?


A nanny is a highly trained, professional caregiver who provides bespoke childcare within your family home. Unlike ad-hoc babysitters or daycare providers, nannies offer consistent, one-on-one attention tailored to each child’s developmental needs and your family’s lifestyle. As our clients often tell us, their nannies become trusted members of the household rather than just employees.


Beyond basic supervision, nannies play a crucial role in your child’s development and family life. They help shape daily routines, encourage educational and social development, and provide emotional support that complements your unique parenting style. For families in Palm Beach, where schedules can be demanding, a nanny becomes a reliable partner who ensures that every child receives high-quality, personalized care in a familiar, secure environment.



2) What does a nanny do?


Your nanny’s responsibilities go far beyond basic childcare. They manage daily schedules, prepare nutritious meals, supervise homework and educational projects, and plan age-appropriate activities that support cognitive, emotional, and social development. If agreed as part of the job description, nannies can also provide transportation to school, extracurriculars, or playdates.


Beyond these responsibilities, a Palm Beach nanny offers meaningful benefits to both children and parents. Children thrive with consistent one-on-one attention, predictable routines, and care tailored specifically to their personalities and developmental stages. For parents, a professional nanny brings peace of mind, knowing their children are supported by a trusted caregiver who understands their needs and values.



3) What are the different types of nannies?


Our specialist team matches families with different types of nannies, according to their specific needs, schedules, and the level of support required:


  • Full-time nanny: Works 40 or more hours per week and provides consistent daily childcare.

  • Live-in nanny: Resides in the home, allowing for increased flexibility and coverage for early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

  • ROTA nanny: A team of two or more nannies who work on a rotating schedule to provide seamless, 24/7 childcare.

  • Specialized nanny: Brings expertise in areas such as early childhood education, bilingual development, or caring for children with special needs.


4) How can Oceanside Staffing help you find the right nanny?


Oceanside Staffing matches families with highly qualified, professional nannies who meet their unique lifestyle and childcare expectations. We conduct rigorous candidate screening, including background checks and reference verification, to ensure every placement we make upholds the highest standards of professionalism and experience.


Beyond candidate selection, we provide personalized guidance throughout the hiring process, matching families with nannies who complement their routines and values. For Palm Beach families, choosing Oceanside gives you exclusive access to trusted childcare professionals who integrate seamlessly into family life.


Allow the team at Oceanside Staffing to make your search effortless — and your home, complete.


Oceanside Staffing Team

As a premier household staffing agency serving distinguished households nationwide from California to Florida and along the East Coast, we specialize in curating placements of private chefs, estate managers, executive housekeepers, nannies, personal assistants, and more— each selected for their discretion, excellence, and ability to bring harmony to your home.



 
 
 

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