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Tips for Hiring Your First Colledge Babysitter

Key tips for hiring your first babysitter, focusing on safety, routines, and building a positive relationship.
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To set your Colledge babysitter up for a great first experience, it’s helpful to be clear about your expectations and share your preferences from the start. Here are some tips to guide your babysitter:

  • Pre-Babysitting Meeting: Set up a quick meeting before the first babysitting gig to introduce the sitter to your kids and go over routines and expectations.
  • Emergency Information: Keep a list of emergency contacts, allergies, your home address, your cell number, and the poison control number (US: 1-800-222-1222) on the fridge where the sitter can easily access it.
  • Childcare Expectations: Let the sitter know what you expect around bedtimes, meals, screen time, and discipline, and share any special routines or rituals your kids follow.
  • House Rules: Go over any rules, like where things are kept (snacks, blankets, broom, etc.) or which areas of the house are off-limits for the kids if any.
  • Safety and Security: Show the sitter where the fire exits, smoke detectors, and first-aid supplies are, and explain how to secure doors and windows.
  • Food and Snacks: Make sure to explain any dietary restrictions, allergies, or preferences, and let the sitter know about any “off-limits” foods or snacks (e.g. how many popsicles can they have).
  • Medication and First Aid: Walk through any meds your child needs and how/when to give them. If it’s a schedule, make sure to write it down for them.
  • Screen Time Limits: Discuss your screen time rules and Offer ideas for other activities your kids enjoy once screen time is up to make the transition easier.
  • Chores and Responsibilities: Let the sitter know if you expect them to help out with any light household chores, like cleaning up or folding laundry.
  • Special Instructions: Share any special requests your kids have, like a special bedtime story or nighttime routine.
  • Payment and Compensation: Be clear about the pay rate and any extra charges for additional services. Remember, you’ll pay via the Colledge site, so have the job posting handy on your phone or computer for easy payment after the gig.
  • Flexibility and Contingency Plans: Be open to the sitter making small adjustments if needed and let them know what to do if something unexpected comes up.
  • Feedback and Communication: Encourage the sitter to communicate with you and provide feedback so they can improve.
  • Appreciation: Take a moment to thank the sitter for their time and care, as building a positive relationship benefits everyone.
  • Trust and Confidence: Trust the sitter’s judgment and let them know you have confidence in their ability to handle things.

By following these tips, you’ll help your sitter feel prepared and comfortable, making the experience smoother and more enjoyable for everyone.

If you notice anything concerning or have any issues with your sitter, please reach out to our support team so we can assist you!

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