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Danya Jones

Danya Jones
Washington, DC

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Reliable Babysitter | 5+ Years Experience | Honors Child Psychology Student at Howard University

Hi! My name is Danya, and I have over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 13 years old. I’m currently a Psychology major at Howard University, studying child development with plans to become a child psychologist. Babysitting has always been more than just a job for me, I love building connections, planning fun activities, and making sure kids feel safe, happy, and cared for. From organizing playtime and helping with meals to supporting routines and homework, I bring patience, energy, and responsibility to every family I work with. If you’re looking for someone dependable who truly enjoys spending time with kids, I’d be excited to be that person for your family!

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Washington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have over 5 years of childcare experience, working with children ranging from newborns to age 13. Throughout high school and into college, I’ve babysat for multiple families in my hometown, building a strong reputation as dependable, patient, and fun. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, organizing playtime and activities, helping with homework, and keeping children on safe routines.

Currently, I’m a student at Howard University, majoring in Psychology with a focus on children and development. My academic background has strengthened my understanding of child behavior, communication, and emotional needs, which I apply when babysitting. In addition, my leadership roles in school and community service projects have taught me responsibility, creativity, and how to keep kids engaged in safe, enjoyable ways.

I combine hands-on childcare experience with an academic foundation in child psychology, making me well-prepared to provide a nurturing and reliable babysitting service.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Edie Young

Edie Young
Washington, DC

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Welcome!

Hello! I look forward to possibly working with your family!

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Washington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hi Families!

I’m available to babysit from August 18th to 22nd! I’m also available on my college breaks.

I’m an experienced babysitter that is CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified with Advanced Childcare Training with references available upon request

I am available to babysit throughout the DC Metro Area.

For more details, visit: https://edinasbabysitting.carrd.co

Looking forward to meeting your little ones!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Pet sitting

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Shardae Payton

Shardae Payton
Washington, DC

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2025

hello! welcome

I’m 15 year olds, i live in washington dc i turn 16 in a couple of months and I’m a gentle babysitter looking for a job to babysit because i have experience and feel as though i can do a excellent job and you wont be disappointed!

Babysitter, Au pair $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within Washington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Not really a summary because i don’t vape, no i don’t own a car because legally im only 15, about to turn 16 in a couple of months so i can’t, im a highschool student and i have babysat for over 5 years, based on having siblings , i attend Paul Laurence Dunbar highschool in washington dc, i have a great gpa of 3.5, all grades and im very gentle with kids. As far as training im home trained based on having siblings and having to care for them as their 2nd mother and providing them with stuff as they grow, i’ve already had a experience with taking care of kids and it’s a piece of cake. I’m gentle and very understanding and calming. So i feel as though i can use this ability to contain a job of babysitting for money, because i put in good deeds and just like helping one another and kids.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Video
  • Design

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Jayla Devaughn

Jayla Devaughn
Bowie, MD

Activity summary

Pro Member Pro Member ID Verified ID Verified Last seen: 1 day ago Member since: Sep 2025

Loving, Outgoing, and Certified Babysitter with 12+ Years of Experience

Hello! My name is Jayla , and I have over 12+ years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I am fully certified in childcare, including CPR, First Aid, Child Development, and ADA training, which allows me to provide safe and supportive care for every child. I also have extensive experience working with children with special needs, creating a nurturing and patient environment that helps them thrive. Families describe me as smart, reliable, and outgoing, with a genuine love for working with kids. I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and have fun while ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Whether you need part-time, full-time, or occasional care, I’m committed to supporting your family with professionalism, warmth, and dedication.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Bowie for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 12 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • ID verified
    • 27 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers

Contact Jayla For Free

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Samira Karimi Ahmadi
Centreville, VA

Activity summary

Pro Member Pro Member Member since: Aug 2024

We care for your loved ones

Your satisfaction is our priority

Babysitter, Nanny $12/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 6 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Centreville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 6 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • I have child car seats
  • General credentials:
    • 46 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Hindi, and Persian
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking
  • Computers

Contact Samira For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Kayela Johnson

Kayela Johnson
Laurel, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Your kids' second-best friend!

Hello everybody, My name is Kayela Johnson I am 17 years old. I love engaging with children and being the best I can be to kids I plan to make an impact on your family and your lives with fun,safe and loving care.

Babysitter $14/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Laurel for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Kayela For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Shanita Nakalema

Shanita Nakalema
Laurel, MD

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Hello! My name is Shanita, and I am excited to offer my babysitting services to families in our community.

I am a responsible, caring, and experienced babysitter with a genuine love for children. My goal is to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your children while you are away.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Laurel for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I take classes for early childhood development. I took three years in high school and I’m currently majoring in early childhood development studies and college. I’ve worked with kids. I would say about three years.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Shanita For Free

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Dog walking

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Samantha Lauren Jimenez Vargas

Samantha Lauren Jimenez Vargas
McLean, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Creating a safe and fun environment for your little ones.

Hello! My name is Samantha short for Sammy, and I am 13 years old, I am exited to apply for a babysitting position. I have a genuine passion for working with children and have gained valuable experience throughout my sister, neighbors, cousins, and my dog ?.

Babysitter $12/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of McLean for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Free babysitting for hurricane victims (contact me for details)

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Water safety training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

I have a younger sister and I babysit her for almost 2 years, Also I have 1 dog and I usually take her on walks. I know I may have said that I am 16 but I am actually 13 years old, I just put I am 16 because the website didn't let me put 13.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Samantha For Free

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Dejah Smith

Dejah Smith
Vienna, VA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Hi I'm Dejah a babysitter looking for work after school hours

Babysitter $6.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Vienna for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I'm in Langley High School's chamber choir, I auditioned for the voice unfortunately I didn't make it. I'm the daughter of a chef and I grew up cooking.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Cooking

Contact Dejah For Free

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Ingri Vaneza Reina Rein

Ingri Vaneza Reina Rein
College Park, MD

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

Great Babysitter From Home

Hello. Ready to take care of your lovely children with all the care and joy in the world.

Babysitter $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of College Park for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • 29 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

I am a very experiencied and dependable caregiver for children. I have worked for various preschools and daycares. Including programs under public county schools. I really enjoy helping children grow and learn new things everyday. It is my upmost happiness being able to interact with younger people. I clearly provide a safe and comfortable environment for care.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature

Contact Ingri For Free

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Childcare

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Babysitting Pay Rates Washington, DC, United States (Updated 13 Sep 2025)

Washington babysitters are paid an average of $18.50 per hour as of September 2025, which is 6.6% lower than the District of Columbia average of $19.80, and 0.6% higher than the United States average of $18.39. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Washington:
$16.82 $18.50 $20.18
District of Columbia:
$18.00 $19.80 $21.60
United States:
$16.72 $18.39 $20.06

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in United States dollars (USD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊

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Parents' Guide To Babysitting

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Why hire a babysitter

In this section we look at what services babysitters typically provide, how they're different to other carers, and the many benefits your family can enjoy when hiring a babysitter.

When to hire a babysitter

Every family is different and so are the requirements for hiring a babysitter. In this section, we explore the many factors that can influence when, and how often, you choose to hire a babysitter so you can have a better idea of what may be best for your family.

How to find a good babysitter

Often the biggest challenge with hiring a babysitter is finding good candidates, to begin with. In this section, we reveal many secrets that you can use to attract the best local babysitters, we also explore alternatives to hiring babysitters that you may not have considered.

What makes a good babysitter

Finding a good babysitter is not an easy task, in this section, we highlight various qualities to look out for while you're gathering candidates for your open position. We also cover less commonly considered candidates such as male babysitters and answer commonly asked questions that parents have about them.

Babysitter interview tips

How you conduct your interview process is critical to identifying the most appropriate babysitter for your family. In this section, we run through a recommended babysitting interview format and provide tips and tricks that you can use to learn the most about your candidates. We also offer a huge list of good interview questions and how best to utilize them depending on your unique circumstances.

Babysitter pay

One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.