The professional guide for babysitters

Preparation: How to become a babysitter

In order to be hired as a babysitter, you want to get some basic childcare and safety training—and some practice! Start by babysitting for families you know in order to get experience. Next, get your resume together and get the word out about your availability to families in your area.
The best babysitting courses, classes and certifications for getting work

When you complete babysitting training, safety classes or an online babysitting course, you’ll stand out to parents and can even...
How to become a babysitter and land your first job

Are you wondering how to get a part-time babysitting job? Follow these steps to find out how to become a...
11 things every first-time babysitter needs to know

Make sure you’ve learned these important babysitter basics before your first solo gig.
How to write a babysitting CV that will get you the job [with CV template]

Here’s what to include, what to leave out, and how to format it, along with a list of common CV...

Pay: How much to charge for babysitting

Before interviewing for a job, research what babysitters in your area and with similar experience are charging families. Check average rates in your area with our babysitting rates calculator.
What’s the going rate for babysitting?

Here’s what you need to know to determine a babysitting rate per hour that works for you and the family.

Interview: How to prepare for and land the job

You’ve been offered an interview. Now what? Even if you already know your employer, meet ahead of time to see if the job’s a good fit. Be ready to answer questions and share why you’re an excellent babysitter—ask your own questions, too, to find out exactly what the parents expect from you.
19 babysitting interview questions and answers to help you land the job

Here are the most common babysitting job interview questions and some expert tips for answering them.
Here’s when babysitters need to get a contract and what to include

If you sit for a family on a regular basis, drafting a contract can help you and your employer.

Day 1: Set yourself up for success

Before you begin babysitting, familiarise yourself with the house rules, kids’ favourite activities and how the parents prefer you to get in touch with them should an issue arise.
12 babysitting kit essentials to pack for every gig

The key to assembling a great babysitting kit is having items that will help you safely care for the children,...
Babysitting tips: How to start conversations with kids

Sometimes it’s hard to talk to kids! Luckily, there are a few tricks to getting a conversation going. Here are...
This is what makes a good babysitter, according to kids

We interviewed 20 kids of all ages for the inside scoop on what it takes to be a super-cool sitter,...

On the job: Be the best babysitter you can be

As you dive into work, it’s time to shine. Be prepared to offer the kids a wide variety of educational and engaging activities. Emphasise fun while prioritising safety and good behaviour.
25 fun babysitting games to play on the job

Keep the little ones entertained with these fun and educational games.
12 things you should never do while babysitting

To make sure you get hired—and keep getting hired—follow these babysitting tips for maintaining professional behaviour on the job.
8 babysitting activities so fun the kids won’t miss their parents

Experienced babysitters and nannies know that having ideas for arts and crafts up your sleeve is a must. Keeping kids...
8 babysitting tips learned the hard way (so you don’t have to)

Tips from babysitters for babysitters.

The professional guide for Babysitters