How to get promotional jobs?

How to get a lot of babysitting jobs?

• I usually get a fair amount of babysitting jobs from my family, my parent's friends ect. but i haven't have a job in a while now so i want to know how to get a lot of new jobs. I'm only 13 but i've been babysitting since i was 9 when my baby cousins were born and i've babysat kids from a little as 3 week old to 5 years old (i'm kinda the family childcare) if anyone has tips on getting more jobs (non-family jobs) that would be extremely helpful also, if anyone (possibly parents) could give tips on what parents look for in a babysitter (you know like qualities and that kind of thing) that would be SO helpful. THANKS :D

• Answer:

  As a parent who hires babysitters here is what I look for: - Someone who likes my kids and will actively play with them, not just stick them in front of the TV the entire time - Someone who is reliable, returns my calls quickly to let me know if they are available, shows up just a few minutes early, and doesn't leave the house messier than when I left - Babysitting classes is a plus - CPR/First Aid certified a BIG plus - classes are usually offered through local hospitals or Red Cross and can be as cheap at $15 for certification that lasts years. (Parents will pay more if you have this) - Flexible hours - Having transportation is fantastic, but not a dealbreaker for a good babysitter. I would recommend taking at least a CPR/First Aid class, then advertise that you have that certification. You can put up fliers at your local supermarket, your church, and even have your parents put up something at their work. You could put a post on Craigslist, but make sure its okay with your parents first. Have an idea in your head what you want to charge, parents will ask. Consider how you will price it ($5 per hour for one kid, $2 per hour for each additional, etc) because many parents will ask. Its really about the parents trusing they are leaving their kids in the hands of someone who will keep them safe and still have fun with them.