INA - International Nanny Association

INA Members :: Benefits for Agencies

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The International Nanny Association (INA) is the original umbrella organization for the in-home child care industry. INA provides networking and professional growth opportunities, access to educational resources and legislative updates, professional business tools for your agency and a wealth of information for agency owners and their staff members. Whether you are a new agency owner or an experienced "veteran" in the industry, there is something for everyone in the INA.

As a a volunteer, not-for-profit, educational association, we look to people like you, who are interested in the professionalism of the in-home child care industry for financial support. We invite you to join our organization and become a part of our efforts. You may also support us by purchasing our valuable resources that include:

• So You Want to Be a Nanny
• Recommended Practices for Nannies
• The Nanny/Family Agreement
• Directory of Nanny Placement Agencies, Training Programs, and Industry Services.
• Beyond Peanut Butter and Jelly, Cookbook
• A Nanny for Your Family
• Quality In-home Child Care: Professional Standards for Nannies

Membership

The INA encourages all agencies who are committed to providing quality service and will agree to uphold the INA Commitment to Professional Excellence to join our association. Our mission is to promote quality in-home child care. You can help yourself and your industry through your support of the INA.

Your membership also entitles you to the following benefits:

• Quarterly Newsletter, INAVision, which is full of useful information and industry updates
  
• Annual Conference: Join agencies, nanny educators, nannies, and industry services to learn from experts, network and improve your business. (Reduced rates for members).
• Listing in INA's Directory: Annual Directory of Nanny Training Programs, Nanny Placement Agencies and Industry Services.
  
• Advertising opportunities: Looking for the perfect advertising opportunity to get the word out about your agency to a very targeted market?
  
  • INA website offers links to state, national and international placement agencies. Direct nannies and families to your site!
  • Newsletter ads will be view by the entire membership every quarter.
  • Conference sponsorship offers you one-on-one contact with our members and guests. Recruit nannies and sell your services. A great way to make contacts in our industry.
  • Ask the Experts - your brochure or flyer gets mailed to every person who inquires about membership or becomes a new member. Click here for more information.
  
  
• Are your clients looking for ideas on how to show their nanny appreciation? Suggest these two unique ideas:
 
• Nominate him or her for the INA Nanny of the Year (NOTY) Award. The NOTY award is presented annually by INA to recognize the personal achievements of a working nanny. The INA nanny member selected will serve as an example of the best kind of nanny and will represent a positive role model for the in-home child care industry and our association. The NOTY is honored during a special luncheon during the annual conference. Click here for the current NOTY forms and instructions.
 
• Include a Nanny Appreciation Announcement in the Annual Conference Program. This is a once-a-year opportunity to include a personalized message in the conference program. The conference program is given to every conference attendee. Click here for the current form.


• Publications and Nanny Credential Exam: A professional agency should be a resource for families and nannies. INA offers an array of publications which agencies may purchase in bulk.
  
  INA publications include:
  
  • "A Nanny for your family" (A comprehensive look at employing a nanny)
    
  • "So You want to be a Nanny" (The ins and outs of becoming a nanny)
    
  • "Recommended Practices for Nannies"
    
  • "INA Definitions of In-home Child Care"
    
  • "Recommended Practices for Agencies"
    
  • "The Family Nanny Agreement" is the best nanny employment negotiation tool available. You will find this employment agreement to be very thorough, professional and well organized. It is truly a great tool for your agency to use to help families negotiate a professional relationship with nannies! Ten of the most respected agencies in the United States contributed to writing this document. Click here for more information "Family and Nanny Agreement"
    
  • "INA Credential Exam" The exam was authored by leading child care experts and sets a tangible bar for nannies to prove themselves as top quality professionals. This accreditation sets the standard that all in-home child care providers seek to attain. Click here for more information about the INA "Nanny Credential Exam."
    
  • "Beyond Peanut Butter and Jelly"(Cooking & Crafts): Looking for an unique and much appreciated client placement gift? The INA publication Beyond Peanut Butter and Jelly is just what you need! Our members contributed the recipes and ideas for this fun and colorful book.
    
  • INA's newest publication, "Quality In-home Child Care: Professional Standards for Nannies," is designed to educate nannies and parents about quality in-home child care.
    
    10 copies $20 ($2 per copy)
    20 copies $38 ($1.90 per copy)
    50 copies $90 ($1.80 per copy)
    100 copies $175 ($1.75 per copy)
    Plus $5 shipping and handling
    
    

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More INA Resources and Committees

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Educational Resources: Keep yourself up to date in your field and provide resources for your nannies and families. Visit our Educational Resources for Nannies and Families on this site and find an ever-growing list of resource materials on subjects such as early childhood development, special needs, nutrition, health and safety and much more. The list is updated as recommendations are received from our membership.

Governmental Affairs: Want to see what's happening in your state regarding legislation and the in-home child care industry? The Governmental Affairs link will give you the latest information as well as tell you how to contact your area representatives.

Committee Work: Through the commitment of hundreds of volunteers working toward a common goal, the INA is the original umbrella organization for the in-home child care industry. Take advantage of what we've done and what we are doing. Please join us!