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Parent: Babysitter




Meeting With a Potential Babysitter for the First Time

An interview should focus on the person’s experience and childcare skills and any special training they may have.

Obtain basic information from the babysitter such as full name, address and telephone number, and at least two references that you can contact and speak to.

During the meeting the goal is to spark a conversation that will be useful to you both, rather than a barrage of questions. Focus on what is important to you. Make sure that you discuss any specific tasks that you would like your babysitter to perform, and any special needs that your children may have.

 

Questions You May Want To Ask

 

Do you have brothers or sisters that you babysit for, and if so what are their ages?

Have you had experience taking care of other children? If so, what ages were they and how long/over what period did you babysit them for?


Have you any childcare or first aid training?

What kind of interests or hobbies do you have, and do you have any other jobs?


What do you like best about babysitting and being with kids, and what do you like least?


What kinds of activities do you enjoy doing with children?

 

How do your parents feel about you babysitting?

 

Do you know what to do in an emergency?

 

What were the difficulties, if any, you have encountered while babysitting? How did you handle these?

 

How much do you charge and what hours are you available?

 

Do you have any questions for me?