What Is a Manny Nanny?
For hundreds of years, female nannies have dominated the profession of caring for children. Nowadays, many families are choosing male nannies instead. Times have changed, and parents like having choices about who will be a positive influence in their child's life.
At The Celebrity Personal Assistant Network, we take our role as a nanny agency very seriously. If you would like a positive male role model for your household, then we can help.
At The Celebrity Personal Assistant Network, we take our role as a nanny agency very seriously. If you would like a positive male role model for your household, then we can help.
What can male nannies do in 2025?
Male nannies perform many tasks
Let's be clear from the beginning: A male nanny isn't necessarily "better." It really comes down to the needs of the family. If children are being raised by single moms, then a perfect manny might be what that household needs.
A male nanny (or manny nanny) can play sports, engage in fort building, be a big brother, teach manners, create lessons, and facilitate the development of motor skills. For families that have the budget to hire two nannies, having both male and female nannies can be a tremendous benefit. This is especially helpful when families have events or have dogs.
A male nanny (or manny nanny) can play sports, engage in fort building, be a big brother, teach manners, create lessons, and facilitate the development of motor skills. For families that have the budget to hire two nannies, having both male and female nannies can be a tremendous benefit. This is especially helpful when families have events or have dogs.
How much does a male nanny cost?
The salary for a manny nanny can vary a lot depending on several different factors. Some of the considerations for remuneration include:
This list isn't exhaustive, but another big consideration for remuneration is whether the manny will also be a nurse. This credential dramatically increases the salary.
- If the male nanny will be working full time
- Will candidates be expected to fill in on holidays?
- The ages of the children also play a role in salary
- A manny nanny that lives with the family should have proper accommodations
- The number of days each week will be clocked on payroll (overtime potential)
- A demanding schedule, like nights and weekends, typically pays more money
This list isn't exhaustive, but another big consideration for remuneration is whether the manny will also be a nurse. This credential dramatically increases the salary.
How important is a positive male role model?
Nannies provide mentorship to kids
The topic of gender has been on families' minds recently. It not our staffing agency's place to say whether males or females should help with childcare. What we will do as recruiters is support your decision, whatever it is.
When clients talk with our team about a "positive male role model," the key word for us is "positive" because we will help you hire an optimistic male nanny. Having the right person in your household is important for the future of your child.
When clients talk with our team about a "positive male role model," the key word for us is "positive" because we will help you hire an optimistic male nanny. Having the right person in your household is important for the future of your child.
How do I apply for manny babysitter jobs?
For candidates who are interested in any position listed on our jobs page, please contact us to learn more about the hiring process. Both women and men are encouraged to apply. Please let our nanny agency know the following:
Because you are responsible for the well-being of children, we must conduct a background check on all candidates. This is standard operating procedure, just like schoolteachers. Please be advised that we cannot break any confidentiality contracts and reveal who our clients are, so thanks for not asking.
- Any language you speak besides English
- The age of children you want to car for
- If you have a preference to babysit boys or girls
- Whether or not you are a dad yourself (bonus points)
- Where in the world are you?
Because you are responsible for the well-being of children, we must conduct a background check on all candidates. This is standard operating procedure, just like schoolteachers. Please be advised that we cannot break any confidentiality contracts and reveal who our clients are, so thanks for not asking.
What is the cost to use a nanny agency?
Our nanny staffing agency can help
Using a nanny agency to find a caregiver for your kids is advised and quite simple; we make the hiring process seamless. Our agency fees are the same for both nannies and mannies, which is to say that we get a percentage of the candidates' annual salary as a commission.
You are encouraged to contact our nanny agency with your job description to get a better understanding of the salary range for the candidates that you want to hire. Our business hours are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, seven days a week.
You are encouraged to contact our nanny agency with your job description to get a better understanding of the salary range for the candidates that you want to hire. Our business hours are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, seven days a week.
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