Pleased to
Kith like kin.
Friends like family.
The cozy feeling of familiarity, warmth, and a nurturing home.
Hiring a nanny to spend everyday in your home may feel like a daunting, intimidating task to go alone. We are here to live up to our name. Our goal is to match each family with someone who will grow to be as steadfast as kin, and as dependable as kith, all while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
We make searching for the right nanny, manny, governess, newborn care specialist, household assistant, or housekeeper infinitely easier by connecting qualified, exceptional candidates with vibrant, respectful families.
With over a decade of experience in household employment, child development, and classroom education, we understand the unique relationship between a nanny and family firsthand, and we seek to link our candidates with employers who value their histories and efforts. We do placements nationwide.
We make searching for the right nanny, manny, governess, newborn care specialist, household assistant, or housekeeper infinitely easier by connecting qualified, exceptional candidates with vibrant, respectful families.
With over a decade of experience in household employment, child development, and classroom education, we understand the unique relationship between a nanny and family firsthand, and we seek to link our candidates with employers who value their histories and efforts. We do placements nationwide.
What we value.
Utmost confidentiality. We take your confidence and trust as an honor. We insist that all parties, clients and candidates, hold personal information with discretion. Every candidate who your family interviews will sign a non-disclosure agreement prior to learning any information whatsoever about your family other than what has been included in the job description.
Clear communication. For candidates and clients alike, we provide you with a detailed outline and contract regarding our guarantees and expectations. Additionally, we provide an employment agreement template to use with your employee so that clear expectations may be met, and the relationship may prosper.
Collaborative, helpful partnerships. "No man is an island." We work best when we work together. We seek families and nannies who feel the same, trusting in each others strengths, for the betterment of each child and home. We seek candidates who take helpful initiative in the home, families who effectively communicate their needs and balance compensation fairly with the candidate's skills and duties.
Following the child. Just as Dr. Maria Montessori said, we seek to follow each child's individual path. In all things, to the best of our abilities, we work toward what is best and equitable for each child, knowing that the future belongs to them.
Respect and Protections for Domestic Workers. We understand the history of domestic workers in our country, and as such, insist that they be provided entitled protections under the law with a fair, living wage in NYC, overtime, and legal "on-the-books" pay. Our clients provide upfront, clear communication about job expectations and foreseen flexibility so that candidates may be satisfied in their work and employment retained for the long-term by limiting misunderstandings and supporting positive environments for all individuals involved in the work relationship. We desire to be one of many nanny agencies in NYC and the United States that views candidates as humans with equal rights. We do not screen or bar applicants based on legally-protected classes, so long as the applicant is fit for a job's requirements and family's childcare philosophy.
Clear communication. For candidates and clients alike, we provide you with a detailed outline and contract regarding our guarantees and expectations. Additionally, we provide an employment agreement template to use with your employee so that clear expectations may be met, and the relationship may prosper.
Collaborative, helpful partnerships. "No man is an island." We work best when we work together. We seek families and nannies who feel the same, trusting in each others strengths, for the betterment of each child and home. We seek candidates who take helpful initiative in the home, families who effectively communicate their needs and balance compensation fairly with the candidate's skills and duties.
Following the child. Just as Dr. Maria Montessori said, we seek to follow each child's individual path. In all things, to the best of our abilities, we work toward what is best and equitable for each child, knowing that the future belongs to them.
Respect and Protections for Domestic Workers. We understand the history of domestic workers in our country, and as such, insist that they be provided entitled protections under the law with a fair, living wage in NYC, overtime, and legal "on-the-books" pay. Our clients provide upfront, clear communication about job expectations and foreseen flexibility so that candidates may be satisfied in their work and employment retained for the long-term by limiting misunderstandings and supporting positive environments for all individuals involved in the work relationship. We desire to be one of many nanny agencies in NYC and the United States that views candidates as humans with equal rights. We do not screen or bar applicants based on legally-protected classes, so long as the applicant is fit for a job's requirements and family's childcare philosophy.
Why work with us.
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Clear expectations. From the get-go, our agency is honest and realistic. We are straight talkers, in love: no fluff and no smooth talking, period. We give you our professional feedback on the parameters of your search and provide guidance on how to make your position more competitive. Ask us of our informed opinion about an hourly rate, placement timeline, or standard benefits packages, and we will provide you with an educated and experienced response. Qualified candidates, only. Having a personal touch in all placements means that our NYC nanny agency will only introduce you to the best, most viable candidates for your family, instead of a parade of applicants. We will not be sending you a huge stack of resumes to sort through to see who is qualified or not; that is the responsibility of any good agency! We don't try to force connections that feel unnatural or speed you through making a decision. Rather, we will work with you to understand your family’s needs and preferences and what compensation range is suitable for the candidate you are seeking. Above all, we create personality and philosophy matches to ensure peace in your home, and excellence in responsibilities. |
To learn more about our process for families by clicking on Our Process page.
To learn more about our standards for nannies and care providers by clicking on Our Requirements page.
To learn more about our standards for nannies and care providers by clicking on Our Requirements page.
KITH & KIN : A Division of Adventure Nannies
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In 2019, after four years in business, we made the exciting decision to unite with Adventure Nannies, a nationwide, high-touch referral agency that works with families across the United States to place both long-term and travel nannies, private educators, and newborn care specialists. We have now joined their nationwide team of 11 staff members and as such, now proudly bring our NYC expertise and savviness to their carefully curated network. Adventure Nannies has been featured in Marie Claire, received numerous industry awards and accolades, and are considered one of the premier agencies in the United States. This new union allows us to focus on the heart of our searches - introducing exceptional candidates to vibrant families - within their infrastructure. You may read more about our transition here.
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Connecting vibrant families with exceptional nannies, newborn care specialists, and private educators in the greater New York City metro area, as well as families outside of NYC on highly-specialized nationwide placements.
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Copyright 2020. Kith and Kin is a division of Adventure Nannies. Kith and Kin does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, height, weight, physical disabilities, veteran status, and marital status. We place nannies, newborn care specialists (formerly called baby nurses) and private educators throughout the New York metro area. You may contact us at 917-310-2300 or at hello@KITHandKINnyc.com |