by Tori Morrison

Created on: July 27, 2010

If you are looking for some spare cash and enjoy working with children, babysitting may just be the perfect job for you! Not only will you gain work experience and prove that you are responsible, but you will also be able to build your resume to give to future employers. Deciding you want to be a babysitter is the easy part; the hard part is finding the right job for you. Start by asking about opportunities around your community, church or family friends. Also, be sure to stick with an age that you are comfortable with. Once you have all that squared away, here are some tips to follow to ensure your first babysitting job is phenomenal:

Get to Know the Child

Getting to know the child is crucial when it comes to developing a relationship with them. Once you gain the respect of the child, you will find that problems fade and more fun arises. You may find that the child likes to play with certain toys, or they might have a strong imagination. Whatever their desire is, be a part of it! Interacting with the child allows you to connect with them on a whole different level. In addition to having fun, the child will probably tell their parents they want you to babysit again because you had so much fun together!

Bring Activities

Bringing different activities gives you plenty of ideas for keeping the child busy and satisfied. Take the time to talk to the parents beforehand to find out what interests the child. If they really enjoy science, you may want to find a simple science project that you could do together. If you have access to the kitchen, think of a fun snack you could make together. Ants on a log are always a good option, and they’re healthy, too. Remember, being involved is crucial to making sure your babysitting job goes over well. Be sure to get the parents’ approval before using anything in the house.

You may also want to bring some coloring books and crayons for the child. Coloring is a great wind-down activity, and it allows you to bond with the child. If you find out the child is good at puzzles, bring one over that is age appropriate so that you can work on it together. You will find that a lot of children enjoy talking to you when you participate with them. As said before, building the relationship is crucial, so take advantage of every moment you get.

Clean Up

Parents are always impressed when they come home to a clean house. The best way to ensure that you don’t have a big mess at the end of the night is to clean up your messes as

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