Babysitting Made Easy: Fun Activities & How to Support All Kids

Completed by 1 learner

Ages 11-15

Live One-Time Class

In this one-time class, students will learn fun activities for kids aged 2-11 and how to support children with different needs. This class helps learners feel prepared and confident as babysitters.

Valerie Grant

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(10 reviews)

New on Outschool

Live video meetings

Meets once

1-8 learners per class

55 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

55 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Beginner - Intermediate Level

Babysitting is more than just keeping kids safe—it’s about engaging them, understanding their needs, and making the experience fun for everyone! In this one-time class, students will learn age-appropriate activities for kids aged 2-11, along with practical strategies for supporting children with different needs, such as sensory, high energy, and those who thrive on routines. 

By the end of class, students will feel more confident and prepared to entertain and care for kids while babysitting.

We'll cover: 
Problem-Solving Scenarios – What to do when kids won't listen, miss their parents, or get bored
Essential Babysitting Tips – Building trust with parents, managing challenges, and staying organized
Fun & Easy Babysitting Activities – Ideas for 2-5, 6-9, and 10-11-year-olds

This class is perfect for new babysitters or those looking to improve their skills. Let’s make babysitting fun, stress-free, and engaging!

Learning Goals

Learners will learn age-appropriate activities for children aged 2-11 to keep them engaged, entertained, and occupied while babysitting without relying on screens.

Learners will gain strategies to support children with different needs.

Other Details

Learning Needs

This class will support learners who have different learning needs, ensuring they understand and leave with skills to be a fantastic inclusive babysitter. There will be printables with ideas for the learners as well.

Language of Instruction

English

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Valerie Grant

Joined August, 2024

5.0

10reviews

New on Outschool

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Teacher expertise and credentials

In addition to having been a teacher for students with disabilities for 15 years, I also worked as a nanny and in theraputic recreation. I enjoy teaching others how to be engaging and fun when babysitting so that the kiddos are safe and engaged and parents and guardians can enjoy some time off.