With the growing trend of online babysitting matchmaking services over the past several years, it's easy to see how the Internet has completely revolutionized the way parents go about finding their next babysitter.
Online babysitting matchmaking services such as Sittercity are quickly becoming the most popular, convenient, and easiest way for parents to find great and reliable babysitters right in their local area who would love to watch their little ones.
If you're ready to test the waters, but not sure where to start just follow these 5 steps: 1.
Browse through some of these top websites to get a feel for how they function and what they offer: SitterCity Babysitters4hire Care 2.
Pick one or two of the above listed services and sign up for a free trial.
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During your free trial period, search for how many caregivers are available in your local area (within a 50-mile radius).
You'll want to have at least a dozen or more to choose from.
Start sifting through the profiles of the sitters that are close to you to find some good candidates.
4.
After finding some profiles you like go ahead and become a member of the service and start screening the sitters by reading reviews, checking references, performing background checks.
5.
Interview potential babysitters.
Although some parents are comfortable with interviewing a potential caregiver over the phone, an interview in person is a great way for them to meet the kids and be able to see how they interact together before you make your decision.