在旧金山找保姆带小孩，有什么需要注意的事项？

一般找保姆带孩子的，基本都是由于人手或时间上安排不来，想找一个靠谱的阿姨负责孩子的日常起居生活照料等。就因为这样，再加上孩子一般都很小，保姆又是在家人视线外照顾孩子，责任要求很大，特别是旧金山湾区发生过一些保姆虐待孩子事件，因此，有很多需要注意的事项需要了解。

People who hire nannies to care for their children are usually struggling with staffing or scheduling conflicts and want a reliable caregiver to handle their child's daily needs. Because of this, and because the children are generally very young and the nanny cares for them out of the family's sight, the responsibilities are very heavy. Especially given the past cases of child abuse by nannies in the San Francisco Bay Area, there are many things to be aware of.

美国旧金山有关华人家政服务中出现的各种事故层出不穷，虽然我们不能因为这些不愉快而否定或拒绝接受家政行业，但只有正规专业的家政服务机构才能给我们做海选和精准匹配，以及更好的权益保障。

那些通过个人介绍推荐的服务员，或者通过不正规机构找寻的不专业低素质的阿姨，很难尽到责任，一旦对雇主家庭造成财产或精神损失，维权是一件非常困难的事情。

无论做那个细分行业的保姆工作，保姆都需要身体和心理的健康、爱心责任心、吃苦耐劳、家庭生活稳定、无不良嗜好、技能专业全面、具备一定的沟通理解能力等。

保姆工作整体上是一种繁杂体力劳动为主的工作，没有以上的综合素养很难胜任这份工作。

除了对保姆的整体要求之外，每个华人雇主针对其家庭情况的不同，对保姆的个性需求也不同，比如是照顾老人还是小孩还是病人等、家庭的经济状况、家庭成员的关系以及性格特点、家务劳动涉及的工作量的不同等。

我们在和旧金山家政公司沟通时必须在整体要求的基础上，详细描述家庭个性需求，或者要求家政公司针对雇主家庭情况，制定个性需求方案。只有适合自己的才是最好的，精准匹配的才是量身打造的。

1. Find a reputable domestic service agency.

Numerous incidents involving Chinese domestic workers in San Francisco, USA, have occurred. While we shouldn't dismiss or refuse to accept the domestic service industry because of these unpleasant experiences, only reputable and professional agencies can provide comprehensive screening and precise matching, as well as better protection of your rights.

Service providers recommended through personal referrals or found through unregulated agencies are unlikely to fulfill their responsibilities. If they cause financial or emotional damage to the employer's family, seeking redress is extremely difficult.

2. Overall requirements for a nanny.

Regardless of the specific area of ​​nanny work, nannies need to be physically and mentally healthy, compassionate and responsible, hardworking, have a stable family life, no bad habits, possess comprehensive professional skills, and have good communication and comprehension abilities.

Nanny work is primarily physically demanding; without the above-mentioned comprehensive qualities, it is difficult to be competent in this job.

3. Individualized Requirements for Nannies

Besides the general requirements for nannies, each Chinese employer has different individual needs based on their family circumstances. These may include whether the nanny is caring for the elderly, children, or the sick; the family's financial situation; the relationships and personalities of family members; and the workload of the household chores.

When communicating with San Francisco domestic service companies, we must describe the family's individual needs in detail, based on the general requirements, or request the company to develop a personalized care plan tailored to the employer's family situation. Only what suits you best is truly the best; a precise match is a perfect fit.

4、关于保姆合同的签订

雇主在签订家政服务合同的时候，务必保证合同的正规性，认真阅读合同条款内的每一个字，并且力所能及的在需求栏内详细落实保姆的工作内容职责和工作要求，以免在后期的服务过程中出现责任界定不清的问题。

合同界定不怕详细怕粗略，比如，假设需要试用期的，若没有录用，试用期间的工资待遇做好详细界定；一周休几天、节假日是否休假、是否有小费等等。

这点很重要，人与人之间本身就需要尊重，更何况远离我们视线的保姆的心情和她们的服务质量直接挂钩，遇到问题友好及时的协商解决。

我们建议在宝宝的活动区域安装监控，主要是对保姆工作的辅助，也是对保姆工作的正常监督，但我们需要对保姆进行友情告知监控的存在和意义。

4. Regarding the Signing of a Nanny Contract

When signing a domestic service contract, employers must ensure its formality, carefully read every word of the contract, and, to the best of their ability, specify the nanny's job duties and requirements in the requirements section to avoid unclear responsibilities later on.

The contract should be detailed rather than vague. For example, if a trial period is required, the salary and benefits during the trial period should be clearly defined; the number of days off per week, whether holidays are included, and whether tips are allowed, etc., should also be clearly stated.

5. Communication with the Nanny and Attitude Towards Her

This is very important. Respect is essential in human relationships, especially for nannies who are not under our supervision. Their mood directly affects the quality of their service. Problems should be resolved amicably and promptly through negotiation.

We recommend installing surveillance cameras in the baby's play area. This is primarily to assist the nanny's work and to provide normal supervision. However, we need to politely inform the nanny about the existence and significance of the surveillance.

在遇到对保姆工作的不肯定的时候，和保姆友好沟通协商，实在不满意就及时找家政机构更换。一旦决定更换，在下一任保姆到岗前，请做好保姆的安抚工作，或者直接辞退等待下一位保姆的到来。

千万不要在更换的过渡期产生不愉快，对孩子及家庭带来损失。一般情况下，找旧金山正规家政机构提供的保姆会相对的安全的多，否则就不好说了。

6. Regarding Nanny Replacement

If you are unsure about a nanny's work, communicate and negotiate amicably with them. If you are truly dissatisfied, promptly contact a domestic service agency to replace them. Once you decide to replace them, reassure the current nanny before the new one arrives, or simply dismiss them and wait for the next nanny to arrive.

It is crucial to avoid any unpleasantness during the transition period, which could cause harm to your child and family. Generally, hiring a nanny from a reputable domestic service agency in San Francisco is much safer; otherwise, the situation is less certain.