Hi everyone, I'm 14 and really responsible. I want to get this baby-sitting job, but my mom doesn't think I'm responsible enough! Theres a 10 month old and a 2-3 year old. My mom says If I cant get my chores done I cant take the job. Should I clean the house? Shes decideing by the end of the week!
P.S. The parent of the children asked my to baby sit her children. She pays $20 an hour!!! *
2007-07-02 05:12:31 · 16 answers · asked by kjdhflkdsfkjd 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
Well I am 15, I say yes clean the house it is going to suck when cleaning but think about how much cash you will make to be able to spend on your self at the mall and stuff...
If your mom still doesnt give you the job then maybe she just doesnt want you working yet.
Alot of parents think that you should start working at 16. That would be my parents. Mom says she doesnt want me ruining my life that i'm only 15 and need to enjoy being young. Anyways, Clean the house....get the job...get the money...spend it on some clothes or whatever your into.
2007-07-02 05:22:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it sounds like you want this job, so I guess you answered your own question. If you want the job and your mom won't let you unless you comply with chores than do your chores.
Keep in mind that babies cry for reasons we have to figure out. Sometimes it is as easy as a diaper change and food, other times it could be infections or gas.
Considering that there will be a toddler in your care as well, you will have to divide your attention, the 10 mo. old by him/herself is a huge and risky responsibility.
If you want this job, not only do your chores as your mother instructed,
but read up on babies at 10 mo. and toddlers at 3.
Be prepared on what to expect, impress your mom, and the mother of the two kids.
You will not only gain your mother's trust in your abilities, but also make the mother of the children feel a bit more comfortable.
I wish you the best, and God bless you!
2007-07-02 12:32:11 · answer #2 · answered by milenka_b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no doubt you're responsible enough to take care of the children for a few hours. However, your first responsibility is to your own home. You must contribute to your own house before you have the right to take care of someone else for money.
Make a deal with your Mom, that you can babysit for as long as you keep up on your chores at home. Make yourself a checklist if you're prone to forget. Show it to your Mom and tell her you'll use it to remember to do your chores. If my daughter did this, I would say yes.
BTW I think it's great you're focused on learning responsibility at this age. This is a major step towards adulthood.
2007-07-02 12:31:12 · answer #3 · answered by KC 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a mom myself, I want to hire a babysitter that is responsible. Are you a good student? Do you finish your homework on time, or brush it off to go out with friends? Do you get in a lot of trouble at home? Doing your chores is part of learning responsibility.
I would not expect you to be a perfect angel, but I wouldn't want a babysitter that is only interested in watching my kids because I pay great. I want someone who is totally into my kids. They will play with them, supervise them properly and know life saving techniques like first aid and CPR. I would be highly annoyed to find my babysitter vegging out on my couch watching TV while my kids played in the other room, or worse yet, sneaking a boyfriend or friend over to my house while they are supposed to be watching my kids.
Also, sometimes babysitters are expected to do light housekeeping duties as well. I expect my house to be neat and tidy when I get home. I don't want the kids' toys strewn about and the dishes left in the sink. See how doing chores at home can prove that you are ready to take on more responsibilities?
I say prove to your mom that you are ready for the job. Do the chores. I am sure your mom does lots of things for you that you don't notice. A family is a team and by you doing your chores, you are helping your family a great deal and proving that you are responsible and mature.
2007-07-02 12:24:44 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
pssh yes you should clean the house its totaly worth it . the youngest child will sleep most of the time and the other one will just play I have a job filing its not a real job but like a job to help people get caught up with their work and i only get paid 6 bucks an hour. its a great opertunity for you to make money and learn about kids so go for it
2007-07-02 14:00:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do your chores from here on out without having to be reminded to do them. I would just suggest to your mother that she give the opportunity to show that you can handle this job. (which by the way, is not going to be easy I hope you know!) Ask you to let you do it on a trial basis and if you can't handle wait a little while longer.
2007-07-02 12:21:52 · answer #6 · answered by firegirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a compromise with your mom: You'll take a red cross babysitting course to learn how to better care for the children if she lets you take the job.
2007-07-02 12:23:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you want the job? If yes, then clean the house. Sounds pretty cut and dry if you ask me.
2007-07-02 12:16:53 · answer #8 · answered by Rene 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes do your chores! and fast, do them very well and on time and with out being asked! $20 an hour is amazing!!!! yo umust get this job
2007-07-02 12:59:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clean the house and the job.It will prove to your mum just how responsible you are.Then in the future you may not have as much difficulty in her doubting you.
2007-07-02 12:29:27 · answer #10 · answered by Kαtydid ★ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋