Running a background check on a potential nanny is a great way to ensure the safety and well-being of children in the home. Nanny background checks can include work history, educational background, personal reference verification, prior employment experience, motor vehicle records, criminal background check, national sex offender registration, Social Security number check, credit history, a basic search engine query on the nanny’s name and a social media search for public posts. Many companies offer stringent and thorough screening for nanny candidates, taking the work out of making the hire.
