P2.mp4: Babysitting

: Maintain a notebook to record specific details about each family, including house rules, child preferences, and emergency procedures.

: Compile a bag with at least 10 items tailored for specific age groups, such as a 4-to-5-year-old. This might include stickers, coloring books, or a unique game you created yourself.

: Always aim to arrive five minutes early. Arriving late creates a poor first impression that is hard to overcome. Babysitting P2.mp4

Determining your value is key to the business side of "Level 2" babysitting.

: Advanced sitters should complete a course that includes CPR , First Aid , and choking rescue (Heimlich maneuver). Programs like the Safe Sitter course or American Red Cross classes are highly recommended. : Maintain a notebook to record specific details

: Typical rates often range from $16–$25 per hour for one child and $20–$30 per hour for two children.

High-level babysitting training emphasizes life-saving skills and proactive safety. : Always aim to arrive five minutes early

: Use an "alert phrase" with your own parents (e.g., "How is Sam doing?") if you ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable while on the job. Safety & Emergency Preparedness