Why us

• Why are you the best candidate for this job?​
• What hours are you willing and able to work?
• Why do you want this job?
• How many years have you been in childcare? With what age groups have you worked? What length of time have you been with each family?
• What was the best babysitting experience you've had? What was it that made that experience so meaningful to you?
• What was the worst childcare experience you've had? What was it that made that experience so difficult for you?
• What kind of activities will you do with children this age?
• How do you handle problems that arise behaviorally and emotionally with kids this age?
• What is the proper way to redirect a child's behavior or discipline a child?
• What would you do if (our child, aged 4) falls, skins his knee, and is bleeding and crying?
• Would you tell me how you would manage getting three pre-schoolers ready for school (i. e. , washing, dressing, feeding, etc. ) and getting them to school on time?
• Under what circumstances would you call 911? When would you simply call the doctor?
• Under what circumstances is it ok to have your boyfriend over while you are babysitting?
• Under what circumstances is it ok to text or use your phone while you're caring for our child?
• Do you cook? Are you willing to prepare meals for the children or for the family?
• Are you willing to do housekeeping?
• Do you have your own transportation? Are you willing to transport our children to various activities?
• What education or training do you have that is job-relevant? Would you be willing to attend child development classes or become CPR certified?
• Have you ever been convicted of or plead guilty or no contest to a felony or job-related misdemeanor?
• Would you be willing to sign authorizations for us to perform background checks on you?
• Are you authorized to work in the United States?
• What pay rate are you expecting?
• May I have a list of your references, please?
• Do you have any questions for us?

​By forming well thought out answers to these questions, you will ensure that you are putting your best foot forward in your interview and maximizing your chances of landing the job!