im 11. i really want to babysit. and im really good with kids and small children! but i can find anyone to babysit. i asked my naibors and they said sure, we would love your help! but then they have never gotten back to me and it has been months! i really love kids! and i really want to sit for money. but no body needs a sitter! what can i do?
2006-06-22 08:35:32 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
ok guys, i have ALREADY taken the cours. and im doing some mothers helper jobs. (thats when the parents are still there)
2006-06-22 08:44:20 · update #1
Hon, I'm sorry but your age is the problem. Most people want their babysitter to be a minimum of 13. I never used one under 16 and I wanted all my babysitters to have taken the Red Cross babysitter course.
I suggest you sign up for that course. It will at least give you some babysitting background that you can tell other people about and a certificate to verify that you passed the course.
Also, play with these kids "just for fun" when the mother is home. She will then be able to see you interact with her kids and how you handle them. Actions often speak much louder than words.
2006-06-22 08:42:39 · answer #1 · answered by ilse72 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
11 is a bit young to babysit. I'm 15 and I babysit, in fact I'm sitting tonight. Wait until you are about 13. People will trust you more. You could start by being a mother's helper. Say your neighbor has some cleaning to do, take the kids outside and play with them. Or help when she is trying to get ready for her day.
When you are older, tell your parents to let co-workers know that you babysit. That's how I got a lot of my jobs. Also, give flyers to your neighbors.
Good luck.
2006-06-22 08:40:37 · answer #2 · answered by mchsgolfergirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Offer to help out family members. Do you have an older sister or family member that babysits? Ask them if you can tag along. Second, try asking if you can watch children while the parents are also home. Think of a fun activity you can do with them (while the parents are home). That way they can get an idea of your skills and capabilities as a young sitter without leaving you there alone. Volunteer at your church daycare or get involved at VBS. When you do anything related to children, write down names, dates, numbers and references so you can keep track of your experiences so when someone asks you if you are qualified you will have it all organized.
2006-06-22 08:50:29 · answer #3 · answered by Texas318-222 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are still a little bit young to babysit other children...legal age to watch children non related to you is 12! Why don't you go and check back with your neighbors again...it will show them that you REALLY ARE interested! Also, offer to play with their children while they are still at home (and not get paid) just to let them get some laundry done or the kitchen cleaned up or whatever other chores they have to do. Once they start to see how good you are with their kids they may ask you over more...and next time for money! =) Good Luck...
2006-06-22 08:39:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the other responses was really good... you are a little young for me to feel good about leaving my 20-month-old with you. But I work from home and I know stay-at-home moms have stuff to do during the day, too. Ask if you could start by helping to take care of their kids while they are still around. I would love to have someone to play with my son while I am trying to do my work. I would pay for this... just not as much as an evening sitter. It may pay less (or possibly not at all) at first, but you will gain their trust and they will be willing to leave their kids with you sooner.
2006-06-22 09:12:30 · answer #5 · answered by Katherine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most local communities offer courses for young people that teach basic CPR, babycare, and babysitting procedure. Ask your parents or teachers if they've heard of one, or contact your community center. If they offer it, take it, and show your credentials to everyone. Also, get your parent's endorsement- have them write recommendation letters stating that you are responsible and attentive.
If you belong to a church, ask your pastor if you can volunteer in their childcare facility, or if you can post a bulletin advertising yourself.
And- don't give up!
2006-06-22 08:41:19 · answer #6 · answered by neonbrat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, you need to baby sit. It's hard to get started if you, um, haven't gotten started yet. Just wait and be patient. Once you start baby sitting, you'll gain respect based on your performance. Word spreads. Just be patient. Worst case scenario - place an ad in the paper.
2006-06-22 08:40:02 · answer #7 · answered by casey_leftwich 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eleven years old is a bit young to be babysitting, that's what most people probably think.
2006-06-22 08:41:03 · answer #8 · answered by Zacko 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetheart, you're kind of young to be babysitting. That's probably why you haven't really gotten any jobs.
2006-06-22 08:41:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pass out babysitting flyeres and someone will get back at ya i know im 14 and same here
2006-06-22 08:39:41 · answer #10 · answered by ♥YOUR BABY GURL LUVS U♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋