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Working As A Baby Sitter

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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Getting Information
Training and Teaching Others
Performing General Physical Activities

Deal with People
$22,980
Average Salary

What Does A Baby Sitter Do At Sitter

* Our family needs play date supervision, overnight care, and pet care.
* It is preferable if you am comfortable working with twins.
* The best-possible applicant would have over two years of experience however this is not crucial to be hired.
* Other Availability: We have flexibility if you do.
* How To Apply: Message or phone call, via this website and expect a response within 10 days.
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What Does A Baby Sitter Do At Nanny Lane

* Normal in home nanny tasks as well as: -using an enteral feeding pump and nasal gastric tube to feed the child -work with the child on various developmental and physical therapies -administer medicine to the child as needed
* Experience caring for children with special needs a plus
* First aid training and child and infant CPR needed
* Nursing experience or schooling a plus
* Must have English

What Does A Baby Sitter Do At Sitter

* Our family needs transport to and from extracurriculars, homework help, and travel support.
* Ideally, you am willing to travel.
* The top employee would have over two years of experience although it isn't required to work with us.
* Other Availability: We have flexibility if you do.
* Please Reach Out: Send me a message and expect a response within 5

What Does A Baby Sitter Do At Sitter

* Our home is in need of play date supervision, overnight care, and pet care.
* It is preferable if you have personal transportation available.
* The ideal babysitter would have some relevant prior experience although this is not crucial to apply.
* Other Availability: We can likely accommodate other availability.
* Please Reach Out: Message or phone call, via this website and expect a response within 8

What Does A Baby Sitter Do At Sitter

* Our family requires date night supervising, meal preparation, and children's crafting.
* It is an asset if you are comfortable working with twins.
* Our perfect candidate would have previous experience although it is not mandatory to apply.
* Other Availability: We can be flexible for the right candidate.
* How to Connect: Message or phone call, via this website and I'll try to get bac

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How To Become A Baby Sitter

Education and training requirements vary by setting, state, and employer. They range from no formal education to a certification in early childhood education.

Education

Childcare workers must meet education and training requirements, which vary by state. Some states require these workers to have a high school diploma, but many states do not have any education requirements for entry-level positions. However, workers with postsecondary education or an early childhood education credential may be qualified for higher level positions.

Employers often prefer to hire workers with at least a high school diploma and, in some cases, some postsecondary education in early childhood education.

Workers in Head Start programs must at least be enrolled in a program in which they will earn a postsecondary degree in early childhood education or a child development credential.

States do not regulate educational requirements for nannies. However, some employers may prefer to hire workers with at least some formal instruction in childhood education or a related field, particularly when they will be hired as full-time nannies.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Many states require childcare centers, including those in private homes, to be licensed. To qualify for licensure, staff must pass a background check, have a complete record of immunizations, and meet a minimum training requirement. Some states require staff to have certifications in CPR and first aid.

Some states and employers require childcare workers to have a nationally recognized credential. Most often, states require the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential offered by the Council for Professional Recognition. Obtaining the CDA credential requires coursework, experience in the field, and a period during which the applicant is observed while working with children. The CDA credential is valid for 3 years and requires renewal.

Some states recognize the Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) designation offered by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation. Some of the requirements needed to obtain the CCP are that the candidate must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, have experience in the field, take courses in early childhood education, and pass an exam. The CCP accreditation requires renewal every 2 years through the CCP maintenance process.

The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) offers a nationally recognized accreditation for family childcare providers. This accreditation requires training and experience in the field, as well as a period during which the applicant is observed while working with children.

Training

Many states and employers require providers to complete some training before beginning work. Also, many states require staff in childcare centers to complete a minimum number of hours of training annually. Training may include information about basic care of babies, such as how to warm a bottle, and customer-service skills.

Important Qualities

Communication skills. Childcare workers must be able to talk with parents and colleagues about the progress of the children in their care. They need good speaking skills to provide this information effectively and good listening skills to understand parents’ instructions.

Decisionmaking skills. Good judgment is necessary for childcare workers so they can respond to emergencies or difficult situations.

Instructional skills. Childcare workers need to be able to explain things in terms young children can understand.

Interpersonal skills. Childcare workers need to work well with people to develop good relationships with parents, children, and colleagues.

Patience. Working with children can be frustrating, so childcare workers need to be able to respond to overwhelming and difficult situations calmly.

Physical stamina. Working with children can be physically taxing, so childcare workers should have a lot of energy.

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Baby Sitter Career Paths

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Home Health Aid Case Manager Assistant Director

Center Director

7 Yearsyrs

Lead Teacher Site Coordinator Youth Director

Children's Ministries Director

5 Yearsyrs

Home Health Aid Staff Nurse Assistant Director

Director

8 Yearsyrs

Crew Member Technician Instructor

Education Director

7 Yearsyrs

Barista Specialist Assistant Director

Owner/Director

7 Yearsyrs

Crew Member General Manager Vice President

Principal

11 Yearsyrs

Average Length of Employment

Day Care Provider 4.2 years
Animal Daycare Provider 3.8 years
Professional Nanny 3.6 years
Day Care Director 3.1 years
Baby Sitter 3.0 years
Nanny/Household Manager 3.0 years
Child Care Provider 3.0 years
Child Care Sitter 2.9 years
House Sitter 2.7 years
Nanny/Housekeeper 2.6 years
Child Care Associate 2.5 years
Child Caregiver 2.4 years
Family Nanny 2.4 years
Private Nanny 2.2 years
Sitter 2.0 years
Day Care Aide 2.0 years
Personal Nanny 1.9 years
Daycare Provider Assistant 1.9 years
Assistant Daycare Teacher 1.7 years
Child Daycare Worker 1.7 years
AU Pair 1.3 years

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Baby Sitter Demographics

Gender

Female
85.6%
Male
11.9%
Unknown
2.5%

Ethnicity

White
77.0%
Hispanic or Latino
14.5%
Asian
6.1%
Unknown
1.8%
Black or African American
0.6%

Languages Spoken

Spanish
68.6%
French
10.1%
Italian
2.7%
German
2.1%
Japanese
2.1%
Arabic
2.1%
Russian
1.9%
Mandarin
1.8%
Portuguese
1.8%
Tagalog
1.1%
Chinese
1.1%
Polish
1.1%
Hindi
0.9%
Korean
0.5%
Greek
0.5%
Swahili
0.4%
Vietnamese
0.4%
Hawaiian
0.4%
Ukrainian
0.4%
Bosnian
0.4%

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Baby Sitter Education

Schools

University of Phoenix
10.9%
Grand Canyon University
6.7%
Liberty University
6.5%
Northern Virginia Community College
6.0%
Georgia State University
5.7%
The Academy
5.4%
Southern New Hampshire University
4.9%
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
4.7%
San Joaquin Delta College
4.4%
Arizona State University
4.4%
Georgia Perimeter College
4.1%
Rockland Community College
4.1%
Michigan State University
4.1%
University of Rhode Island
4.1%
University of Vermont
4.1%
Florida State University
4.1%
Santa Monica College
4.1%
University of Central Florida
3.9%
Pennsylvania State University
3.9%
Montgomery County Community College
3.6%

Majors

Degrees

Other
52.7%
Bachelors
26.7%
Associate
11.5%
Certificate
3.9%
Masters
2.9%
Diploma
1.5%
License
0.6%
Doctorate
0.3%

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Real Baby Sitter Salaries

Job Title	Company	Location	Start Date	Salary
Baby-Sitter	Kimberlie Weisse	Hartsdale, NY	Oct 28, 2010	$28,870
Baby-Sitter	Kimberlie Weisse	Hartsdale, NY	Dec 14, 2010	$28,870
Babysitting	Marlyse Montgomery	Triangle, VA	Oct 28, 2016	$26,728
Baby Sitter Live	Raul G. Guzman	Nesconset, NY	Sep 30, 2011	$21,392
Baby Sitter	Walter Kilayko	New York, NY	Apr 13, 2010	$21,267
Baby Sitter	Martha Diaz	Miami Lakes, FL	May 24, 2010	$18,783
Baby Sitter/Nanny	Contractors USA	Manassas, VA	Jun 01, 2014	$16,926
Baby Sitter Live	Raul G. Guzman	Nesconset, NY	Sep 30, 2011	$15,131 - $21,392

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Top Skills for A Baby Sitter

Top Baby Sitter Skills

Nutritious Meals
Multiple Children
Homework Assignments

You can check out examples of real life uses of top skills on resumes here:

Plan and prepare and arrange nutritious meals for the child.
Take care of multiple children, cook, clean, and maintain a healthy and safe environment for the children.
Assist with questions regarding homework assignments and make sure all assignments are completed.
Completed First Aid and CPR training and certified by American Red Cross in Babysitting.
Have babysat kids from ages newborn to 12 years.