How to Run a Background Check on a Nanny
Reviewed by People Locator Skip Tracing Investigation Team
Established 2004 · 20+ Years Experience · FCRA · GLBA · DPPA Compliant
Hiring a nanny is one of the most consequential decisions a family makes. Professional identity verification — confirming legal name, DOB, and address history — is the essential first step that makes every subsequent background check accurate. Results in 24 hours.
Watch Overview👶 The Nanny Hire: Why Standard References Aren’t Enough
References are the traditional cornerstone of nanny vetting. And they matter. A reference from a previous family who trusted this person with their children carries real weight. But references have significant limitations: they’re self-selected by the applicant, the reference-giver has an interest in the nanny finding a new position, and even genuinely positive references can’t tell you whether the person has a criminal history in a jurisdiction no previous employer knew about.
A professional background process — starting with verified identity — closes the gaps that references leave open. Identity verification ensures that the criminal history search you run actually belongs to the person you’re considering.
⚠️ The Identity Accuracy Problem
Criminal background check results are only as accurate as the identity information they’re based on. If you run a background check using a name that’s slightly different from the person’s legal name — a nickname, a maiden name, a middle name used as a first name — you may miss records that exist under their actual legal name. Identity verification first ensures the background check is accurate.
🔍 Our Nanny Background Process
✅ Identity Verification
We confirm legal name, date of birth, current and previous addresses — the complete accurate identity needed for thorough background screening.
📍 Address History Review
We provide a complete address history, ensuring any background check covers every jurisdiction where the applicant has lived.
🔎 Sex Offender Registry Check
We check national sex offender registries across all states.
📋 FCRA-Compliant Background Check
With verified identity in hand, a formal criminal background check through an FCRA-compliant service with written consent.
⚡ Results in 24 Hours
Most nanny identity verification searches complete within 24 hours.
👶 Start the Background Process Today
Give us the nanny candidate’s name and city. We’ll verify their identity within 24 hours.
Start Your Search NowSee How It WorksSince 2004 · Confidential · All 50 States · Results in 24 Hours
| Check | What It Tells You | Who Provides It |
|---|---|---|
| Identity verification | Legal name, DOB, current/past addresses confirmed | PeopleLocatorSkipTracing.com — 24 hours |
| Criminal background | Criminal history across jurisdictions | FCRA-compliant service (requires consent) |
| Sex offender registry | National sex offender status | We include this; also free at NSOPW.gov |
| Reference check | Self-reported character and history | You contact references directly |
| License verification | Professional license status | State licensing board (free, online) |
👥 Who Uses This Service
Parents Hiring Full-Time Nannies
A nanny who will be with your children daily, often without you present. The most thorough screening process is the only appropriate standard.
Families Hiring Au Pairs
Au pairs live in your home — identity verification and background screening is essential before offering a placement.
Nanny Share Arrangements
Multiple families sharing a caregiver have a shared stake in thorough verification. Coordinate the check across participating families.
After a Nanny Agency Placement
Even agency-placed nannies benefit from independent identity verification — agency screening quality varies significantly.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📝 Do I need written consent before running a background check?
For a formal consumer report (criminal background check) used for employment purposes, yes — FCRA requires written consent. Our identity verification is a preliminary step that doesn’t require consent.
🔎 What if the nanny has lived in multiple states?
Our address history covers all prior addresses, ensuring you know every state where a criminal background check should be run.
⏱️ How fast?
Most identity checks complete within 24 hours.
✅ Is this legal?
Yes.
✅ Your Family Deserves Certainty
Complete identity verification in 24 hours — the foundation of a thorough nanny background check.
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Legal Disclaimer: PeopleLocatorSkipTracing.com provides people search and skip tracing services for lawful purposes only. Information provided for nanny identity verification and caregiver background check support purposes is subject to applicable federal and state privacy laws including the DPPA and GLBA. We do not provide services for stalking, harassment, or any unlawful purpose. Results are not guaranteed in all cases. Last updated .
