How to update your profile for back-to-school season
Here's how to upgrade your resume just in time for back-to-school, hiring season.
Careers in Child Care
Here’s the going rate for babysitting in Canada
A great babysitter is an asset to families, but if you’re just getting started in your search for a sitter...
25 fun babysitting games to play on the job
It’s only natural for some children to feel a bit leery of spending time with a babysitter while their parents are away...
First day on the job as a nanny? Follow these 8 tips to ensure a smooth start
Here are 8 ways to make sure you have a great day one—and start a successful working relationship.
Make the Most of Your Care.com Profile
Get 5 tips to help you increase your job search success rate by making sure your Care.com Canada profile is...
How to Promote Your Services
Promote your services and follow these tips to put your Care.com profile front and centre, so families can find you.
4 Step Guide to Searching for a Job
Are you looking for your next care job? Here's a 4 step guide to searching for a job on Care.com.
Explore the World as an Au Pair!
All you need to know about being an au pair: what is an au pair, benefits of au pairing, how...
Thinking About Becoming an Au Pair in Australia? Here’s Everything You Will Need
Find out if you are eligible to apply for a visa and become an au pair in Australia.
Care Job Searching in the Age of the Internet
Technology is constantly changing. So how can you compete if you're not the most tech-savvy person? Here are some tips...
Is Your Profile Picture Hurting Your Job Search?
Are you not getting responses to the jobs you want? Here are tips on how to have a fantastic photo...
12 Ways to Get Families to Respond to You on Care.com
Here are 12 ways to improve your caregiver profile, your application and your chances of landing that dream job on...
Childcare Jobs: 9 Ways to Get the Salary You Want
Make sure your new childcare job provides you with both the right work experience and the salary you deserve.
What Families Should Include on an Emergency List
As a caregiver, it is your responsibility to be prepared for emergency situations. Here’s a guide for what should be...
What to Have in Your Nanny Bag
Every child carer can bring a little Mary Poppins with her, using this list of fun and helpful ideas. Here's...
Safety Checklist for Babysitters and Nannies
Do you have a child care safety plan? A just-in-case checklist that nannies and babysitters can use for those child...
7 Great — and Free — Apps for Nannies
Technology to the rescue! Keep track of kids, schedules, play dates and your life with these helpful smartphone apps.
How to Interview for Childcare Jobs
First impressions are crucial. While families are looking for the right fit, nannies and babysitters should come prepared with their...
Difficult Conversations with Your Employer
Are you a nanny or caregiver facing a difficult situation on the job? Here are tips on how to handle...
Which Skills Should I Include on My Babysitter Resume?
Updating your resume can seem like a daunting task. Use this template to make sure you include the right qualifications,...
8 Tips for Finding a Job Faster on Care.com
At Care.com, we want to help you find a match as quickly as possible. Here are eight secrets for how...
What You Should Bring to a Nanny Interview
The best thing you can do to make a great impression in a nanny interview is to prepare. Here are...
Give Your Profile a Back-to-school Update
During this back-to-school season, many families are looking for after-school sitters or housekeepers. It’s time to dust-off your Care.com profile!
Get Help with the Homework Struggle
Is there always a homework struggle after school? Care.com is here to help with 10 tips for sitters to banish...
Perfect Your Profile’s Spelling and Grammar
Make your Care.com profile stand out with perfect spelling and grammar. Follow this spelling and grammar checklist to make your...
8 Ways to Have a Professional Presence on Social Media
Having a professional presence on social media is essential when you are job hunting. Here on 8 tips to help...
Nannies, Learn How To Earn Extra Money
Earn extra money as a nanny or caregiver with these useful and effective Care.com tips. Boost your income!
4 Sensitive Wage Discussions You Might Need to Have As A Nanny
The working life of a nanny or caregiver can be unpredictable. Here are four potentially sensitive wage discussions and suggestions...
8 Tips for Acing a Caregiver Job Interview
We’ve gathered together tips from several leading career experts to help you ace your next caregiver job interview.
Tips for Following Up Job Applications
Applying for care jobs doesn't with crafting a well developed application. Here are some useful tips for following up job...
7 Signs Your Profile Needs a Professional Makeover
First impressions count in the application process and your profile is critical to getting the job. Here are 7 signs...
Top 10 Tips to Target Your Application
What can you do to make your application to your ideal care job stand out? Here are our top 10...
6 Tips to Make Yourself More Hirable
When applying for care jobs the most important tool is your Care.com profile - here are 6 tips to make...
7 Ways to Maximize Your Downtime
During downtime moments it’s easy tolet the time just pass - we’ve put together 7 ways to maximize your downtime...
4 Ways to Earn More On Care.com
Sometimes with care jobs your wallet needs that little extra boost. If that’s the case then help is at hand!...
5 Steps to Asking for a Raise
Giving your best in the care for others over time at the same rate could mean its time to ask...
Writing the Perfect Caregiver Resume
Here are some insider tips to writing the perfect caregiver resume to help you find your ideal care job.
4 Tips for Finding a Travel Nanny Job
Looking for jobs over the summer? If the thought of working in a new location appeals to you, why not...
“How Do I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant?”
You're pregnant - congratulations! Here, Care.com addresses the all important question for Nannies, "How do I tell my boss I'm...
How to Hold a Baby: 4 Top Methods
Whether you're wondering how to hold a baby of your own, or you want to feel less awkward when someone...