Babysitter job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Babysitter job summary
Our family is interested in hiring a full-time babysitter to supervise our our children for 40 hours a week during business hours. We are seeking an experienced, caring professional who truly enjoys spending time with kids. The successful applicant will be responsible for picking up our children from school (half-day kindergarten), engaging them with fun, developmentally-appropriate activities, keeping us updated on events throughout the day and alerting us immediately if there are any problems. This position will require some weekend and evening work, but with at least one week notice when possible. No holiday work required.
Babysitter responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Pick up the children from school at 1:00PM and bring the children home or to appointments that will be set up well in advance
- Alert the parents immediately if there are any issues at home
- Assist children with any school projects that may be required
- Engage children with fun activities, such as games, puzzles or pretend play
- Answer incoming phone calls and take messages for the family
Babysitter qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Must be 18+ years of age or older
- 4+ years’ experience in babysitting
- Must provide at least three valid references
- First Aid and CPR certifications required
- Must have a clean driver’s license and reliable transportation
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