Filipino Caregivers Are Number 1 in the World!

Did you know that the princes of England, William and Harry, were raised by a Filipino nanny named Araceli Lillie Piccio, who later also assisted their mother, Princess Diana? And that in Canada, Filipino nannies are preferred at a rate more than double that of nannies and childcare providers from other nationalities? We are sure that many of you have heard that Filipinos are the most employed foreign workers in the service sector all over the world, especially in Europe and Scandinavian countries. So, what factors make Filipinos so reliable and popular in service, household chores, cleaning, and childcare? The most important reason why Filipino nannies are widely preferred around the world is that almost all of them have received good education in their home country, with many having even completed university education. Today, the Philippine economy largely relies on the remittances sent back home by its citizens employed abroad. As of 2017, it is known that more than 10% of the country's population works regularly overseas. The common point of this 10% of Filipinos who migrate to work in other countries is that they all have received solid primary and secondary education. In addition, the proportion of those who have received nursing and teaching training among Filipino nannies is quite high. Many families turn to Filipino nannies because it is very difficult or costly to find a live-in childcare provider who is a citizen of their own country and has higher education. In Turkey, Filipino nannies are frequently preferred not only for their good education but also for their high level of English proficiency. The difference between Filipino nannies and other English-speaking nanny candidates is that they can not only speak the language at home but also have the opportunity to teach it. Since English is one of the two official languages of the Philippines, it is taught at a native level throughout all educational stages. Therefore, Filipino nannies use English proficiently and can convey it to the children they care for in a proper manner. Additionally, many parents who employ Filipino helpers state that having someone who speaks proper English at home greatly contributes to their own foreign language development. In Turkey, Filipino nanny fees are generally at the same level as those of other foreign nannies. This fee level can vary depending on the nanny's experience, references, education level, and the tasks to be performed, but in any case, it is much lower than what a Turkish citizen, at least a high school graduate, who speaks English would earn. Filipino nannies are flexible regarding working hours, meaning they do not retreat to their rooms just because their daily working hours are over when there are tasks to be done at home or the children are still awake, and they usually take one day off a week. Many people who come from the Philippines to work abroad aim to provide financial support to their families left behind in their home country. A large portion of the migrating Filipinos consists of mothers and older sisters. Therefore, Filipino childcare providers are individuals who understand what family means, love children, and comprehend their needs. They are well aware of the challenges that mothers face at home and provide impeccable service to their employers both to give value for the salary they receive and out of a sense of gratitude. Since their primary goal is to support their families, they are willing, determined, and reliable. Even if they could easily find a new job if they were fired or left, they prefer to avoid any issues with the families they work for and maintain harmony, thus establishing a solid relationship with their employers within the framework of peace, order, and stability. Another positive aspect of the fact that the vast majority of Filipino nannies have raised their own children or siblings is that they understand children very well and are aware of when they need discipline. Having a Filipino nanny at home helps your child learn to play, have fun, rest, and work at the right time and in the right amount. Filipino nannies are also very attached to their own culture while being extremely respectful of the culture of the family they work with. They are skilled in cooking meat and chicken dishes and can easily learn recipes and traditional meals that appeal to the Turkish palate. If you enjoy trying new things, your Filipino nanny will also take great pleasure in introducing you to local flavors from her country or region. Additionally, having someone from a different country, speaking a different language, and belonging to a different culture at home helps your child learn to respect and understand people who are different from themselves from an early age. Some families wishing to employ Filipino nannies turn to agencies that deal with this matter, while others try to meet nanny candidates online and bring their chosen candidate to Turkey after completing the necessary procedures. However, especially if you are not familiar with the procedures regarding employing foreigners and the agreements made with the Philippine government, it can be quite difficult to find and start your nanny independently. Reliable Filipino nanny agencies that have been providing foreign nannies to families for years send you the CVs of the most suitable candidates in their portfolios, allowing you to interview the candidates you choose. If you decide on a candidate, they quickly and completely handle all the legal processes necessary for your nanny to start working. All you have to do is enjoy the peace and comfort of raising your most precious assets, your children, with the support of a reliable nanny.