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Trusted Nanny Background Check Services for Safer Family Hiring

Comprehensive Screening Backed by Agency Expertise and Human‑Led Review

ESSENTIAL CARE SCREEN

Best for: Part‑time or short‑term care
$ 59 Per Candidate
  • Identity & address history verification
  • Nationwide criminal database search
  • Criminal court search in the current county of residence
  • Sex offender registry search
  • Compliance review
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This package provides a solid foundation for short‑term or limited care needs.

PREMIUM CARE SCREEN

Best for: Full‑time nannies, ongoing care
$ 129 Per Candidate
  • Identity & address history verification
  • Nationwide criminal database search
  • County criminal court searches based on 7‑year address history
  • Federal criminal court search
  • Motor Vehicle Report (when driving is involved)
  • Sex offender registry search
  • Manual review for accuracy and compliance
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This is the level of screening Hello Nanny! recommends for most families. It offers meaningful coverage while remaining fair and practical.
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PREMIUM PLUS CARE SCREEN

Best for: Live‑in care, newborn care, high‑responsibility roles
$ 249 Monthly
  • Extended identity & address history verification
  • Nationwide criminal database search
  • County criminal court searches (10‑year lookback where applicable)
  • Federal criminal court searches (multi‑district)
  • Statewide criminal search (where available)
  • Civil court records search
  • Motor Vehicle Report
  • Education verification
  • Employment verification
  • Escalation review when needed
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Our most comprehensive option — designed for families who want additional diligence with no shortcuts.

Families Love Hello Nanny!

"Hello Nanny! uncovered fraudulent credentials for a nanny I was about to hire. They found that the candidate never completed the course listed on her resume. Their attention to detail saved me from making a serious mistake!"
The Matthews Family
"We found a nanny through an online marketplace who had a clean background check, but Hello Nanny! discovered a DUI that wasn’t picked up. I’m so thankful we used their service—it gave me complete peace of mind."
The Thompson Family
"Their in-house recruiter found inconsistencies in the references I provided. They dug deeper than I ever could have! I feel so much safer knowing my nanny has been thoroughly vetted."
The Carter Family

Why Choose Hello Nanny?

  • Comprehensive Vetting, Beyond Automation. We combine advanced technology with human expertise to ensure no detail about your candidate’s background is overlooked. Unlike automated systems, our in-house team verifies credentials, contacts references directly, and thoroughly evaluates your nanny candidate.
  • Expert-Led Reference Checks. Our recruiter conducts personalized reference verifications, asking tailored questions to uncover key insights into your candidate’s reliability, experience, and character.
  • Credential and Certification Verification. We manually verify all certifications and credentials to detect fraudulent claims, fake training records, or unverified qualifications.
  • Peace of Mind. With Hello Nanny!, you’ll feel confident knowing your prospective candidates have been thoroughly vetted by experts. We handle every detail so you can focus on what matters most—your family.
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Make Informed Hiring Decisions

Hiring the right household professional can feel daunting, but we make the process clear, guided, and confidence‑driven. With tools like our Interview Guide, Working Trial Guide, Offer Letter Template, and expert Vetting Services, you have everything you need to evaluate candidates with ease.

We conduct all reference checks in‑house to ensure every detail aligns with your expectations. Whether you prefer a hands‑on approach or want to delegate the heavy lifting to our agency, our flexible support meets you where you are. With our resources and expertise behind you, you can hire the ideal fit for your family with total peace of mind.

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Ready to hire like an agency? 

Whether you’re just beginning your search or fine‑tuning the final hiring details, our Resource Hub gives you direct access to the same agency‑level tools our recruiters use every day. From role definitions and screening guides to working trial support, onboarding templates, and professional vetting services, everything you need to hire with clarity and peace of mind is right here.

Explore step‑by‑step guides, vetted add‑on services, recruiter support options, and premium tools—all created to help parents hire with heart, ease, and success. Visit the Resource Hub to get the guidance you need, exactly when you need it.

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Let us help you build your dream team—whether you need a nanny, house manager, family assistant, or other household staff. With our Job Advertisement Service, we’ll promote your role across trusted platforms to attract top-tier candidates, giving you access to the best talent.

Start your search today. Your family deserves nothing less than the best.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do all Hello Nanny caregivers go through background screening?

Yes. Every caregiver placed through Hello Nanny completes background screening appropriate to their role and responsibilities.

The level of screening depends on the position (part‑time, full‑time, live‑in, driving responsibilities, etc.), and we guide families toward the option that fits their household.

Our screening combines:

  • Identity and address history verification
  • Nationwide criminal database searches
  • Criminal court record searches in relevant jurisdictions
  • Sex offender registry searches
  • Additional checks when relevant (driving records, employment or education verification, etc.)

We verify records at the court level when applicable to ensure accuracy and fairness.

National criminal databases help identify where records may exist.

County courts are used to confirm details and ensure any reportable information is accurate and compliant.

Using both helps balance thoroughness and fairness.  

We don’t recommend relying on national databases alone.

They are a useful starting point, but they can include outdated or incomplete information. Court‑level verification provides clarity and protects both families and caregivers.

Lookback periods vary depending on the screening package and applicable state laws.

Most packages review address history and criminal court records for 7 years, with extended options available when appropriate.

No — and they shouldn’t.

Background screening is one part of a thoughtful hiring process. It’s designed to surface relevant, legally reportable information, not to define someone by their past.

We encourage families to consider experience, agency conducted reference checks, and overall fit alongside screening results.

If reportable information appears:

  • We review it for accuracy and compliance
  • Families receive clear context, not raw data
  • Caregivers are given access to dispute processes when required

Our role is to support responsible decision‑making — not to make hiring decisions on a family’s behalf.