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Vacation Babysitters Soddy-Daisy, TN (Contact for Free)

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Melissa Bustamante

Melissa Bustamante
Soddy-Daisy, TN

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Welcome message:

Hi! I’m Meli! I’m 17 years old! I turn 18 in December , I love working with kids, I speak both Spanish and English, I grew up with babysitting kids all the time!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter $12/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • 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
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Soddy-Daisy 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
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 6 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’m still in high school, but I’m osha certified!, and also working on my cpr certification

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Shalaine Goy

Shalaine Goy
Red Bank, TN

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Member since: Jul 2024

Loving, experienced , patient preschool teacher

My gift is connecting to and teaching children of all ages ( including babies). I raised my own 4 children and have lots of time and energy to help assist another family. I have 20 plus years of experience as a teacher and have many tips and tricks to help children thrive learn and grow to their best potential. I respect the parent as the children’s first teacher and love to help support parents in their own lives. I would love to come for an interview

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter $15/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • 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
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Red Bank 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:

  • 20 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
    • I have child car seats
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 50 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I was an early childhood major and art minor. I had a home preschool in nd and closed it to move to Soddy Daisy Tn. I homeschooled my 3 children and am an empty nester. My website is www.bismarckpreschool.com

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Shalaine For Free

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Pet sitting

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Babysitting Pay Rates Soddy-Daisy, TN, United States (Updated 5 Oct 2025)

Soddy-Daisy babysitters are paid an average of $15.95 per hour as of October 2025, which is 23% lower than the Tennessee average of $20.70, and 13.4% lower than the United States average of $18.43. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Soddy-Daisy.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Soddy-Daisy:
$14.50 $15.95 $17.40
Tennessee:
$18.82 $20.70 $22.58
United States:
$16.75 $18.43 $20.10

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Vacation Babysitter

Follow these handy tips when hiring a vacation babysitter so everyone can get the most out of your family holiday.

1. Start your search early

Traveling babysitters are in high demand, so begin looking several months before your trip.

2. Choose someone with travel experience

Ask if they’ve traveled with families before and are comfortable with airports, hotels, and long days.

3. Check passports and paperwork

Ensure the babysitter has a valid passport, visas (if needed), and is comfortable with any travel requirements.

4. Discuss schedules and expectations

Be clear about when you’ll need childcare versus family time, so boundaries are understood.

5. Cover all expenses upfront

Agree on who pays for flights, accommodations, meals, and any extras before the trip.

6. Set pay rates clearly

Holiday babysitting often involves long hours; discuss a fair daily or weekly rate plus overtime if needed.

7. Review responsibilities

Clarify whether the sitter will supervise only in the hotel/villa or accompany your children on excursions.

8. Do a trial run at home

Have the sitter spend time with your kids before the trip to build trust and routine familiarity.

9. Check adaptability

Make sure they’re flexible with changes, new environments, and possible travel hiccups.

10. Trust and comfort are key

Since you’ll be spending extended time together, choose someone you not only trust with your children but also feel comfortable traveling with.

See our parents' guide to vacation babysitting for more detailed information.

Vacation Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing vacation babysitter candidates to narrow down your list.

Travel Readiness

  • Have you ever traveled with a family before? What was your role?
  • Do you have a valid passport (and visas if required)?
  • Are you comfortable with airports, flights, and adjusting to new environments?
  • How do you handle long travel days or jet lag?

Childcare Experience

  • What ages of children have you cared for while traveling?
  • How do you keep kids entertained in hotels, airplanes, or on long car rides?
  • Are you comfortable supervising children at pools, beaches, or tourist attractions?
  • How would you handle a child becoming homesick or overwhelmed on vacation?

Responsibilities & Flexibility

  • Are you open to both daytime and evening shifts while traveling?
  • How do you balance giving parents alone time with including you in family activities?
  • What types of activities or outings are you comfortable managing on your own with the kids?
  • How flexible are you if plans change last minute?

Safety & Health

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency in a foreign country?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication if needed?
  • How do you ensure children’s safety in unfamiliar environments?

Pay & Expenses

  • What is your preferred rate for travel babysitting (daily/weekly)?
  • Are you comfortable with travel arrangements (flights, accommodations, meals) being covered by the family?
  • Do you expect overtime pay for late-night care?
  • How do you prefer payments to be handled during the trip?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about traveling with children?
  • How do you keep calm and positive when travel gets stressful?
  • Why are you interested in traveling as a babysitter?
  • What makes you a good fit for our family and this trip?