The Babysitting Boss Course: Essential Skills for Teens
In this 4-week online course, students will learn essential skills needed to be a confident and capable babysitter.
Shaunita Grase, Educator and Behavior Coach
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(16)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per weekAssessment
There will be optional knowledge checks or quizzes at the end of each lesson to test the learner's knowledge of the material covered in each lesson.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
Beginner Level
Are you a teen interested in becoming a responsible and reliable babysitter? This comprehensive online course provides you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in this rewarding role. Through interactive modules and engaging lessons, you'll learn the learn the role of an effective babysitter and you will develop strong communication skills to build trust with parents and effectively manage children's needs. You will also discover a variety of age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities to keep children entertained and engaged. This course will also provide you with information on essential caregiving skills as well as how to create a safe environment within the home. Additionally, you'll gain valuable insights into building a babysitting business and managing jobs. By completing this course, you'll be well-prepared to confidently take on babysitting jobs, build positive relationships with parents and children and become a trusted and reliable babysitter families can depend on! Are you ready to embark on your journey to becoming a Babysitting Boss? Let's get started!
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of an effective babysitter and learn how to start a babysitting business.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Babysitting
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to define the role and responsibilities of a babysitter, explain the importance of communication and building trust with parents, and identify professional qualities of a good babysitter. 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Child Development and Age-Appropriate Activities
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand basic child development stages (infants, toddlers, school-age), develop a list of age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities and learn strategies for keeping children engaged and entertained. 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Essential Caregiving Skills
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to demonstrate proper diaper changing techniques and hygiene practices, understand basic feeding routines and meal preparation for children, apply calming techniques for managing tantrums and difficult behaviors. 1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Business Basics
By the end of this lesson, students will be to explain how to set rates, find clients through marketing and manage babysitting jobs. 2 assignments
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2021
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16reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Special Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of Cincinati
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of South Carolina
I am a certified special education teacher with experience working with children at all stages of development. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified through the American Red Cross; and I am a former law enforcement officer with experience on how to respond to emergency situations. I am also a behavior coach with experience coaching individuals on how to handle challenging behavior using principles of applied behavior analysis. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$20
weekly or $80 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 12-18
