Nanny travelling with employer?

[zeepan2000]

I have been working for a well reputable movie director for a month and will work for them for 6-8months while he's shooting a movie here in New York. I work as their nanny for their 11month old son.
They have asked me to travel to Washington DC with them for 6 days (Sunday-Friday) and they have told me that I'm more that welcome to take my son with us if I'm concerned about living him behind.
Should I expect more pay during this time? I normally work 8hours a day for $650/week mon-fri. They have told me I will only work my regular 8hrs a day during this time but I figure that even though I will take my son, I'll still be away from my husband and my daily routine and I should be compensated for that.
Will I be wrong to bring this up? Is it fair of me to expect extra pay?

 

[TracyH]

If you ask for extra pay, then you should pay for all of your son's expenses while on the trip. If I were getting a free trip to Washington D.C., and I got to take my son, I would not ask for additional pay. After all, they are allowing you to take your son. If you don't want to go, I'll be glad to

 

[DouglasD]

I also have traveled out of town for my job from time to time. Like you I am paid for the time I put in for my employer while away from my family, and the rest of the time is my own to do as I please. I am compensated for my expenses such as, accommodation, meals, transportation etc. But never have I ever asked, or been offered compensation for something as intangible as being away from my spouse or routine.

I suggest you either enjoy the trip, and the new opportunities it may bring, or refuse to go and probably be laid off for the six days they are away.

 

[2Cheh]

If they are paying for you son to come as well, then don't ask for extra pay.