I liked that when and if I babysat was up to me. The website offers plenty of one-time job opportunities which work for people with hectic schedules.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Make sure to ask any questions you may have before being left alone with the child. Know their allergies, where any toys are placed, any words they may say that are specific to them, as well as anything else that you may need to know.
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Nanny
November 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Schedule flexibility, variability in setting.
What I wish was different
My rate of pay.
Advice
Be on-time, rested and prepared.
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Nanny
June 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
Being around kids. Doing lots of activities. Having a flexible schedule. Good pay.
What I wish was different
N/a
Advice
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Logan, UT
What I liked
Loved working with kids and enjoying logan
What I wish was different
Had been paid more
Advice
Have fun with kids, make it something you both want to do
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Nanny
June 2019 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I love being a nanny because I love working with kids and being able to accomplish school work during my work day.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Babysitting/ nanny jobs are great jobs for students!
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Nanny
July - September 2019 • Saratoga Springs, UT
What I liked
I loved how flexible the job was. It was also really simple to get in contact with employers.
What I wish was different
It's hard to change my profile on care.com if I need to.
Advice
Care.com is a great way to connect with people who need a babysitter. I would recommend it to people.
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Nanny
May - September 2019 • Towson, MD
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
It’s a great summer opportunity and weekend and after school for extra money for college students
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Childcare Worker
May - August 2019 • Hershey, PA
What I liked
I loved the children that I watched. They were so awesome and outgoing.
What I wish was different
I wish the hours would have been more flexible.
Advice
Kids are awesome.
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Summer camps and nannying
May - August 2019 • Birmingham, AL
What I liked
Working with kids
What I wish was different
Safer way to get in touch with people.
Advice
It's great to volunteer and get a lot of experiences.
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Nanny
May 2017 • Hopewell, NJ
What I liked
I loved the family I worked for.
What I wish was different
Part of me wishing I could get more money but I work so often that I don’t mind.
Advice
Be safe about who you choose! I researched the family on Facebook and tried to get more info on them before accepting the job.
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Nanny
June - August 2019 • Dunkirk, MD
What I liked
Loved spending my time with children and helping them to have a fun summer!
What I wish was different
Wished I had started the job earlier.
Advice
Encourage children to get outdoors more and enjoy the nature!
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Very simple to use and find a family
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Be very open with who you are, what you want, and what your background is.
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Nanny
July 2017 • Towson, MD
What I liked
Love being able to care for kids because it’s what i’m best at.
What I wish was different
Nothing I absolutely love my job!
Advice
Be sure to create a nanny contract, so there is no confusion about benefits and pay and such.
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nanny
May - August 2019 • Delmar, NY
What I liked
I loved being able to work with kids
What I wish was different
Nothing it was an amazing experience
Advice
Always make sure to understand what exactly the job entails such as hours and care.
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Baby Sitter
July - August 2019 • Jersey City, NJ
What I liked
It’s an easy job
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Make sure you drive to babysit.
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Rio Grande, NJ
What I liked
Love the kids
What I wish was different
More fulfillment
Advice
Be patient
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Baby Sitter
May - August 2019 • Atlanta, GA
What I liked
I loved that I was in control of everything such as the children I watched, my hours, and I got some great experience with negotiating pay.
What I wish was different
More availability outside of Atlanta but that’s not the company’s fault.
Advice
Definitely stick to your choices. You make all the decisions and if you don’t want to do it, then say that and stick by it.
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Babysitting
June - August 2018 • Texarkana, TX
What I liked
The kids I was taking care of.
What I wish was different
The pay
Advice
Patients is key when babysitting.
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Nanny
June - August 2018 • Silver Spring, MD
What I liked
I loved my experience with the family and how easy the process was.
What I wish was different
I would not changed anything.
Advice
The application process does require multiple tax forms.
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Nanny
June - August 2018 • Stratford, CT
What I liked
Able to pick local jobs
What I wish was different
The job posts disappeared if they already hired someone
