For real, I would like to hire an independent contractor to help out in my childcare. She WILL be helping in other childcares, as well. There has long been a need for a "floater" to help with days off. What does she need to have for proof of IC status to protect me from having the IRS view her as my employee?

Is there a maximum number of hours she could work for me? I want to hire her for about 10 hours a week. Do I just hand her cash or check? What records do I need to keep?

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