our process

We’ll Find The Peanut Butter To Your Jelly

Every family is a little different—that’s what makes this work so special. We’ll get to know your crew, your routines, and what kind of support would truly make life easier. Whether it’s a full-time nanny, a specialty caregiver, or a babysitter you can count on, we’ll help you find your just-right fit.

Looking for a babysitter? Get started here.

Nanny

A nanny is your right-hand helper. managing routines, pickups, and everything in between. Whether full-time, part-time, or somewhere in between, they bring care, consistency, and calm to your family’s everyday rhythm. Learn more about our Nanny Placement service here.

Specialty Placement

Tailored expertise for unique care needs. From newborn care specialists and overnight care, to ROTA schedules, private educators, household staff, and temporary nannies, our specialty placements are ideal for families who need focused support or extra flexibility. Learn more about Specialty Placement service here.

The Placement Process

Step 1: Get In Touch

Start by filling out our family application or booking a quick phone consultation. We’ll meet you where you’re at.

Step 2: Phone Consultation

This is our chance to get to know your family’s needs and answer any questions. After the call, we’ll send you a custom placement estimate.

Schedule a phone consultation here or give us a call.

Step 3: Next Steps

If you’d like to move forward, you’ll get a link to book your video consultation with us.

Step 4: Video Consultation

We’ll dive deeper into your expectations, household routines, your kids’ personalities, and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. This helps us write your job description and start the search for your perfect match.

Step 5: Enrollment

If you haven’t filled out a family profile yet, now’s the time! We’ll send your login to our family portal, along with your client agreement and enrollment fee invoice. You’ll use the portal to view nanny profiles and book future babysitting.

Step 6: Start The Search

Once enrollment is complete, we’ll post your job to our internal network and public platforms (if needed). Then, the matchmaking magic begins!

Step 7: Review Candidates

We’ll send you a curated selection of nanny profiles—each with a short note on why we think they could be a great fit. You tell us who you’d like to meet, and we’ll set up the interviews.

Step 8: Interviews

We’ll join you for each interview (either in-person or virtually) to help guide the conversation. We’ll also send you an optional list of interview questions you can use.

Step 9: Trial Day

After interviews, you’ll choose your top candidate for a paid trial day. It’s a chance to show them the rhythm of your home and tie up any loose ends from the interview.

Step 10: Making The Hire

Ready to make an offer? We’ll provide a contract template, guide you through industry standards, and gather e-signatures to make it official. We’ll also introduce you to our trusted nanny payroll partners to help you stay compliant with Nevada employment laws.

Step 11: Ongoing Support

We’ll check in after the first week, the first month, and beyond. We also stay in touch with your nanny to support a healthy, lasting relationship. Need backup care? We’ve got you covered.

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Why Partner With PB+J Collective?

As busy parents ourselves, we understand the importance of finding someone you trust—and your kids love. The right match brings a peace of mind that’s truly unmatched. We know it can be a big investment, and if you’re wondering why partner with us, we have some answers for you. 

  • Back-up coverage should your nanny take a sick day or vacation time

  • Guided and personalized interviews, education on becoming a Nanny employer and continued support for as long as the placement agreement

  • Meet-and-greet/Playdate previously to committing to a nanny 

  • Ongoing training and workshops for our nannies 

  • Discounts in other PB+J Collective services 

  • All our candidates have 3+ years of professional experience

  • Access our exclusive pool of nanny profiles who have been exclusively onboarded 

  • Our screenings include US criminal database search, National Sex, Offender Registry, SSN verification, driving record check, reference checks, and a social media screening.

  • Infant and Child CPR/First Aid certifications of all Nannies and Sitters

You can read more about our replacement and backup policies here.