Does hiring a nanny make me a household employer?

Usually, yes. When you control a caregiver's schedule and how the work is done, most agencies treat them as your household employee rather than an independent contractor. That can trigger 'nanny-tax' duties — Social Security and Medicare, federal and state unemployment, and sometimes workers' comp — plus minimum-wage and overtime rules. The specifics vary by state and locality, so check your own obligations. This is a general template, not tax advice.

Does this contract handle overtime and minimum wage?

It gives you fields to write in the pay rate, pay frequency, and an overtime rate for hours over 40 in a week, but it does not set those numbers for you. Minimum-wage and overtime requirements for household workers vary by state and locality — confirm the rates that apply where the work is performed and enter figures that meet them.

Is a written nanny contract legally required?

A written agreement generally is not required to hire a caregiver, but it is strongly recommended so both sides have a clear record of schedule, pay, and duties. Some states do require you to give household employees a written notice of pay terms. This template is a starting point, not legal advice — adjust it to fit your situation.

How do both parties sign it?

The form has drawn signature and date lines for the family and the caregiver. After you fill in the details in your browser, each person can sign by hand on a printout or with AttachKit's in-browser sign tool, then download the completed PDF. Nothing is uploaded or filed anywhere — AttachKit only fills the PDF on your device.

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A nanny or caregiver contract records the terms between a family (the household employer) and the person caring for their children — schedule, duties, pay rate and overtime, paid time off, and how either side can end the arrangement. Putting it in writing keeps both parties aligned and gives you a record of what was agreed.

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Nanny contract questions, answered

Does hiring a nanny make me a household employer?: Usually, yes. When you control a caregiver's schedule and how the work is done, most agencies treat them as your household employee rather than an independent contractor. That can trigger 'nanny-tax' duties — Social Security and Medicare, federal and state unemployment, and sometimes workers' comp — plus minimum-wage and overtime rules. The specifics vary by state and locality, so check your own obligations. This is a general template, not tax advice.
Does this contract handle overtime and minimum wage?: It gives you fields to write in the pay rate, pay frequency, and an overtime rate for hours over 40 in a week, but it does not set those numbers for you. Minimum-wage and overtime requirements for household workers vary by state and locality — confirm the rates that apply where the work is performed and enter figures that meet them.
Is a written nanny contract legally required?: A written agreement generally is not required to hire a caregiver, but it is strongly recommended so both sides have a clear record of schedule, pay, and duties. Some states do require you to give household employees a written notice of pay terms. This template is a starting point, not legal advice — adjust it to fit your situation.
How do both parties sign it?: The form has drawn signature and date lines for the family and the caregiver. After you fill in the details in your browser, each person can sign by hand on a printout or with AttachKit's in-browser sign tool, then download the completed PDF. Nothing is uploaded or filed anywhere — AttachKit only fills the PDF on your device.

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