A strong childcare arrangement depends on clarity, trust, and clearly defined expectations. This Nanny Contract gives families and caregivers a professional, easy-to-understand framework covering schedules, compensation, duties, and boundaries—so everyone knows exactly what’s expected from day one. Designed for full-time, part-time, live-in, or live-out arrangements, it helps prevent misunderstandings and supports a smooth, long-term working relationship.
What Makes It Different
• Created with legal insight to support safe, structured childcare arrangements
• Fully editable in Word, plus a fill-in PDF for quick use
• Lifetime access so you can reuse and update anytime
• Written in clear, family-friendly language without overwhelming legal jargon
What’s Inside
• Work schedule, hours, time-off rules, and overtime expectations
• Compensation structure—hourly pay, salary, benefits, bonuses, and reimbursements
• Childcare duties: supervision, meals, activities, transportation, homework, and routines
• Optional housekeeping or household support responsibilities
• Confidentiality expectations to protect family privacy
• Safety standards, emergency procedures, and communication guidelines
• Termination rules for ending employment respectfully and professionally
Why You Need It
• Prevents misunderstandings about responsibilities, pay, boundaries, and expectations
• Protects both families and nannies by documenting all essential terms
• Ensures clarity around childcare routines, safety expectations, and household rules
• Provides structure for resolving issues before they become conflicts
• Flexible and valid for nanny and babysitting arrangements across the U.S.
Use It For
• Full-time or part-time nannies
• Live-in or live-out caregiver arrangements
• Babysitters needing a formal agreement
• Families hiring long-term childcare support
• Any household employment relationship that needs structure and clarity
How It Works
• Download instantly
• Edit in Word or complete the included PDF
• Share digitally or print for signatures
• Reuse and update for future hires
Legal Disclaimer
These templates are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. OVIDIA. is not a law firm, and purchasing or using these templates does not create an attorney–client relationship. Customize documents for your specific needs and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for legal guidance.
