How to Find and Keep a Nanny for Aviation Families

Jessica interviews Kat, an airline pilot and mother about how she found and manages a long-term nanny while flying reserve. Kat shares her path into aviation, why a nanny worked best for her family, and how she hired through Care.com after a poor agency experience. The episode covers practical details: transparent job ads, a guaranteed monthly pay structure, overnight expectations, a sample contract adapted from Pilot Mom resources, use of a family vehicle, housework duties, backup care strategies, and tips for screening candidates (call references, don’t rely on photos). Listeners will get actionable advice on budgeting for reliable childcare, negotiating time off and pay, maintaining quality of life while building a flying career, and where to find helpful tools and templates.