Nanny / Caregiver Contract Template

This Nanny / Caregiver Contract (the “Agreement”) is made as of [Effective Date] by and between:

Employer/Family: [Parent/Guardian Full Name(s)], address: [Address] (“Employer”).
Nanny/Caregiver: [Caregiver Full Name], address: [Address] (“Caregiver”).

Employer and Caregiver may be referred to individually as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”

1. Care Provided and Household Details

1.1 Child(ren)/Care Recipient(s): [Names + ages] (the “Care Recipient(s)”).
1.2 Work Location: [Home address / other].
1.3 Start Date: [Start Date].
1.4 Type of Care: ☐ Childcare ☐ Elder care ☐ Special needs care ☐ Other: [Type].

2. Term and Schedule

2.1 Term Type: ☐ At-will (ongoing) ☐ Fixed term until [End Date].
2.2 Regular Schedule:

• Days: [Mon–Fri/etc.]

• Hours: [Start–End]

• Total hours per week (approx.): [__]

2.3 Additional Hours/Occasional Care: [Rules for requesting extra hours].
2.4 Overnight Care (Optional): ☐ No ☐ Yes, terms: [Rate + duties + sleep arrangements].

3. Duties and Responsibilities

3.1 Primary Duties (Select All That Apply):
☐ Supervision and safety
☐ Meal prep for child/care recipient
☐ School/daycare drop-off and pickup
☐ Educational play/homework support
☐ Bathing, dressing, diapering/toileting
☐ Medication reminders (if permitted)
☐ Light child-related housekeeping (laundry, tidying play areas)
☐ Transportation (if driving is required)
☐ Other: [List]

3.2 Not Included (Optional): Heavy house cleaning, unrelated errands, or tasks outside care duties unless agreed in writing.

4. Compensation and Payroll

4.1 Pay Rate: $[Amount] ☐ per hour ☐ per week ☐ salary (specify).
4.2 Pay Frequency: ☐ Weekly ☐ Biweekly ☐ Monthly.
4.3 Overtime (If Applicable): Overtime rate: $[Amount] after [] hours/week (as required by law, if applicable).
4.4 Payroll/Taxes: Employer will handle required payroll taxes/withholding: ☐ Yes ☐ No (specify arrangement).
4.5 Raises/Reviews (Optional): Review every [] months.

5. Expenses and Reimbursements

5.1 Mileage/Transportation: ☐ Reimbursed at $[]/mile ☐ Not reimbursed ☐ Other: [Policy].
5.2 Supplies and Activities: Approved expenses reimbursed within [] days with receipts.
5.3 Phone/Communication (Optional): ☐ stipend $[__]/month ☐ none.

6. Time Off and Holidays

6.1 Paid Time Off (PTO): [] days per year, accrued/provided as: [Policy].
6.2 Sick Leave: [] days per year (or as required by law).
6.3 Holidays: ☐ Paid holidays: [List] ☐ Unpaid ☐ Other: [Policy].
6.4 Vacation Notice: Caregiver will request vacation at least [__] weeks in advance.

7. House Rules and Standards

7.1 Safety Rules: [Allergies, screen time, discipline approach, car seat rules].
7.2 Confidentiality: Caregiver will keep family information private.
7.3 Photos/Social Media: ☐ Allowed ☐ Not allowed ☐ Allowed only with written permission.
7.4 Visitors: Visitors during work hours: ☐ Not allowed ☐ Allowed with approval.
7.5 Smoking/Alcohol/Drugs: Not permitted during working hours.

8. Background Checks and Requirements (Optional)

8.1 Background Check/References: ☐ Completed ☐ Not required ☐ To be completed by [Date].
8.2 Certifications: ☐ CPR/First Aid ☐ Driver’s license ☐ Other: [List].
8.3 Driving and Vehicle Use: ☐ Caregiver vehicle ☐ Employer vehicle, rules: [Insurance + permitted use].

9. Emergencies and Medical Authorization

9.1 Emergency Contacts: [Names + numbers].
9.2 Emergency Care Authorization: Employer authorizes Caregiver to seek emergency medical care as needed and to notify Employer immediately.

10. Termination

10.1 Either Party may terminate with [__] weeks’ written notice.
10.2 Immediate termination may occur for serious misconduct or safety violations.
10.3 Final pay will be provided according to normal payroll schedule (or as required by law).

11. Disputes (Optional)

11.1 The Parties will try to resolve issues in good faith.
11.2 Optional process: ☐ mediation ☐ written plan ☐ other: [Method].

12. Governing Law (Optional)

12.1 This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Country].

Signatures

By signing below, the Parties agree to this Nanny / Caregiver Contract.

Employer/Parent/Guardian: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________

Caregiver: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________