Find a Mandarin-Speaking Nanny in NYC — Without the Agency Fees.

Email info@sishumandarin.com to find a Mandarin-speaking nanny.

Why Sishu Mandarin?

Most NYC nanny agencies charge a retainer of $500+ and a placement fee of 15-20% of the nanny's salary (often $5,000 - $10,000+). At Sishu Mandarin, we are educators, not headhunters. We believe finding language immersion support for your child shouldn't cost a fortune.

Mandarin-Speaking Nanny Referrals

A Transparent, Affordable, Self-Directed Option for Families

Finding the right nanny—especially a Mandarin-speaking one—takes time, patience, and careful consideration. Our service is designed to connect families with Mandarin-speaking nanny candidates while keeping the process affordable, flexible, and fair for both families and caregivers.

We understand that traditional nanny agencies are not the right fit for every family. If you prefer a more hands-on, DIY approach—without agency fees or long contracts—we offer several ways to support your nanny search.

1. 100+ nanny candidates have reached out to us because of their interest in being nannies. We can share their resumes or contact information with you. However, we do not endorse any of the candidates. Parents might need to screen and interview the candidates.

2. We can help post a nanny job ad and translate the job description into Chinese. Our job ads often appear on the 1st page of Google. That’s also how you found us.

3. We have access to a 400-nanny group (au pair & local nannies). We can help share your job information with the nanny group once we have the job description.

Please note we do not guarantee results since we’re not an agency, and there’s a possibility of not being able to find a nanny through our network. This is a “DIY” process. We’re merely sharing information with families and nannies. Parents need to screen the resumes, interview the candidates, and negotiate the compensation on their own.

How much do we charge for the service?

We will charge an extraordinarily small amount of consulting fee (starting from $199), a fraction of what you pay to a nanny agency, depending on how much work you need from us.

In case you’re wondering what nanny agencies usually charge:

• A one-time $250-500 non-refundable fee just to get your search started, and this does not result in a guaranteed placement.

• Plus commission: 15%-25% of the nanny’s gross annual salary after a successful placement.

Please note that our service is for information only, and we do not guarantee results. That’s also why we’re not charging thousands of dollars. Please understand the risk of not being able to find a nanny by utilizing our help. Your payment is non-refundable.

What This Service Is (and Is Not)

We are not a traditional nanny agency. We are a connector.

As a school, we do not act as headhunters or placement agents. Instead, we share nanny leads from our network and allow families to manage the hiring process directly.

We Provide:

• Contact information and basic profiles of Mandarin-speaking nanny candidates

• Candidates who have explicitly expressed interest in nanny work

• An affordable alternative to high-cost nanny agencies

Families Handle:

• Reviewing resumes

• Interviewing candidates

• Verifying English fluency and availability

• Conducting reference checks and background checks

• Making the final hiring decision

A Self-Directed (“DIY”) Hiring Process

This is a self-managed search. Families and nannies are both choosing one another, and compatibility matters on both sides.

Because of this:

• Placement is not guaranteed

• It is possible that no match is found through our network

• Results vary depending on timing, availability, and family needs

Your payment covers access to nanny leads only and is non-refundable, regardless of outcome.

What We Do Not Guarantee

To be fully transparent:

• We do not endorse or recommend specific candidates

• We do not screen for experience, English proficiency, or availability

• We do not conduct interviews or background checks

• We do not guarantee placement

We share information as provided by the candidates and remain a neutral, non-biased party in the process.

Why This Model Works

Traditional nanny agencies often charge thousands of dollars in placement fees. Our connector model keeps costs low by:

• Eliminating commissions and placement guarantees

• Allowing families to hire directly

• Supporting nannies without charging them any fees

Nannies never pay us. We help candidates access opportunities for free, while families benefit from a more affordable option.

Who This Service Is Best For

This service is ideal for families who:

• Are comfortable conducting interviews themselves

• Want greater control over the hiring process

• Are seeking Mandarin language exposure for their children

• Prefer a lower-cost alternative to traditional agencies

Important Acknowledgment

By using this service, families understand and agree that:

• The process is self-directed

• Hiring decisions and due diligence are their responsibility

• Placement is not guaranteed