I wish I had found more consistent work because they are not obligated to give you your hours weekly and that greatly would affect my rent.
Advice
Take every opportunity you can because the people I nannied for are great with lots of connections.
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Babysitting
June 2018 - August 2019 • Defiance, OH
What I liked
I liked getting to better know the kids, and be able to further my knowledge for my major in early childhood education.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have babysat more than three days a week, but I was content with the days I was able to come in and help the family out.
Advice
Babysitting does not have to be just watching the kids, but it can also include helping the busy family take care of their house by doing simple things like doing their dishes or cleaning.
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Nanny
May - July 2019 • Lawton, OK
What I liked
it was pretty laid-back
What I wish was different
wish i had more time
Advice
it’s a pretty nice job if you like kids
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Lawn Caretaker
May 2014 • West Valley, NY
What I liked
being outside
What I wish was different
pay
Advice
wear sunscreen
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Baby Sitter
May 2019 • Kennesaw, GA
What I liked
I enjoy working with children.
What I wish was different
I worked a lot of hours and became tired.
Advice
This is a good choice in jon is you are interested in a job with children.
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Newnan, GA
What I liked
Being part of a family while I cared for their children
What I wish was different
I didn’t have to leave the family to return to school
Advice
Love the heck out of kids because they need it!
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Caregiver
June 2019 • West Chester, PA
What I liked
I love working one on one with a family to care for their loved one with dementia. It gives you the opportunity to really get the know the ones that you serve, and offer the highest quality of care.
What I wish was different
I wish that I would have thought of working for a family sooner!
Advice
Working with someone with dementia can be difficult at times, but it's important to be patient and practice compassion and understanding at all times.
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Nanny
June - August 2019 • Paso Robles, CA
What I liked
I liked being with children and helping them develop their motor and verbal skills. It was flexible with my school schedule as well.
What I wish was different
I wish I had started the job earlier
Advice
Make sure you are comfortable with the position you apply for and have the proper knowledge.
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Ballwin, MO
What I liked
I loved spending time with the kids and doing all sorts of fun activities with them!
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time with them and that we had used our time to play more games. There’s always next summer though!
Advice
Have fun!
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Westchester, NY
What I liked
I really enjoyed working with young kids and doing different activities every day.
What I wish was different
It started earlier and ended earlier.
Advice
If you don’t think you will find a job, it will happen, everything will wok out.
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Marietta, GA
What I liked
I love children, and helping them learn to communicate and express their emotions verbally.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
I babysit on the regular, and I would share that caring for toddlers specifically taught me more patience, and how to communicate physically and emotionally, rather than verbally with the child.
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Nanny
June - August 2019 • Madison, WI
What I liked
Close relationship, got to plan the days, lots of flexibility
What I wish was different
Advice
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Gig Harbor, WA
What I liked
I learned a lot of valuable things while working with kids.
What I wish was different
I didn’t feel like I was earning enough for the work and time I was putting in.
Advice
Kids are a lot of work but they can teach you many valuable things about life.
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Farm hand
May - August 2019 • Clinton, MO
What I liked
The labor, the people, the environment
What I wish was different
The temperature, the conditions, the pay
Advice
If you work for family dont be afraid to discuss pay.
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Babysitting
May - August 2019 • Mount Prospect, IL
What I liked
Working with kids is my favorite type of work. We did many activities both outside and inside and each day was something new to look forward to.
What I wish was different
I wish I could've worked more days and hours.
Advice
Try working with kids, it's the best job!
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Nanny
May 2019 • Dallas, TX
What I liked
The flexibility
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
be as interactive as you can
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Baby Sitter
May - August 2019 • Alexandria, VA
What I liked
I likes that I could spend time with my younger relatives.
