What You Can Do This Summer to Get Ready for the Fall Hiring Season | NannyPro.com - Estate job listings for private homes and executive offices

The following tips are directed toward nannies, but apply perfectly for all household staff looking forward to the busier back-to-school hiring period.

The fall is one of the biggest hiring seasons in the nanny care field. If you’re considering looking for a position starting then, you should use the summer to get prepared. Here are some tips for getting off on the right foot for your fall job search.Detail the type of job you want to have. Before you jump into your next job search, spend some time reflecting on the type of job you’d like to have. Sometimes if you’re in an unhappy situation now, you immediately want to jump to a job that seems like the opposite type of job. That’s often not the best choice. Invest the time to take the emotions out of your decision and really look at your wants and needs honestly. Make a list of the things you don’t have in your current situation that you want in your new situation, then prioritize those things to get a better feel for what’s most important to you.Create a resume. Having a well written and up to date resume is one of the basic tools of the nanny job hunter. Summer time is the perfect time to create yours. Make sure you have detailed and accurate information listed. Use a format that is easy to read and showcases your best selling points. Proofread the final product to make sure you don’t have any spelling or grammar mistakes. Creating a great resume takes some time and energy. This isn’t something you want to rush through. Once you’re done, ask a few friends to offer their feedback. Those who know you best are often able to give you great insight into what your resume should say.Polish your interviewing skills. Effective interviewing skills are a must when looking for a job. These skills aren’t something you have or don’t have. They’re something you develop over time and with practice. One of the best ways to polish your interviewing skills is to role play with a friend. Come up with a list of…