Nanny Interview Questions

Tell me about yourself and why did you become a nanny?
How many years have you worked as a nanny? Tell me about your experience, what did you do and why did you leave your nanny jobs?
What was your favourite and least favourite part in your previous jobs?
In your opinion what did the children and parents liked most about you?
What are your favourite activities to do with children as a nanny? How would you plan a day for my children?
What is the most difficult aspect of working as a nanny?
How do you discipline the children you look after?
How do you deal with a temper tantrums?
What do you like about being a nanny? Describe your ideal family/employer? What makes you feel the most comfortable and what type of things makes you feel least uncomfortable at your nanny job?
What sort of meals would you prepare for my children?
How do you ensure health and safety?
What do you think are the biggest risks to children both in and out of the home?
If a child you were looking after developed a fever, what would you do? How would you cope if a child got hurt?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Can you tell me about your gaps in your job history as a nanny? Have you had any other jobs?
Tell me about your own family. Do you have any siblings? What was your childhood like?