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How to Start Babysitting
- Consider your skills, experience, and interests
- Decide on part-time or full-time babysitting
- Take a first aid and CPR class
- Set your pay rate based on experience and children’s ages
- Require parents’ contact and medical info
Starting Babysitting with No Experience
- Learn the basics of childcare
- Volunteer to care for children you know
- Follow these steps to start babysitting with no experience
Babysitting Rates and Factors
- Location and Cost of Living
- Experience
- Number of children
Average Babysitting Rates in 2023
- Average rates vary by location and experience
- Consider the number of children being cared for
What to Charge as a Babysitter
- Set a competitive rate
- Consider your location and experience
- Specialized skills may command higher rates
- National average rates for babysitting 1 or 2 kids in 2023
Becoming a Professional Babysitter
- Research alternative words for babysitter
- Highlight your skills and experience
- Demonstrate your preparedness and professionalism
Getting Ready for a Babysitting Job
- Brush up on safety and first aid knowledge
- Prepare for handling crises effectively