How to Find the Perfect Sitter
FOR YOUR FAMILY
Finding the perfect babysitter can be daunting. But, as most parents know, sitters are a necessity. Here are some tips to help you find the best sitter for your family. Many people turn to family friends or neighbors to find a trusted sitter, but searching for a candidate online is also a great option. No matter where you look, you should start by creating a short list of potential caregivers and screening them for your family’s needs. Review their experience, education, certifications, and hourly rate. If you have online candidates, you can read parent reviews to get a better idea of a sitter’s performance and personality. Make sure to run a basic background check on each candidate. Next, check out your potential sitter’s references. Online profiles almost always require them, so don’t be afraid to reach out. Call their references and check your sitter’s other social media profiles to learn more about their personality and hobbies. Finally, run an enhanced background check
through your local police department or through a private online service.
Once you have compiled a list of candidates, it’s time to conduct interviews. When communicating with candidates you don’t know, remember not to give out too much personal information. Set up phone interviews for the first round, and if you like the candidate, set up an in-person interview in a public place. Your questions should be geared toward your lifestyle and the expectations you have for a sitter. Make sure you’re on the same page about job specifics, discipline, and responsibilities. If you’re still sold on the candidate after the in-person interview, consider introducing them to your kids to get their opinion on the sitter. Once you’ve decided on the perfect babysitter, make sure to monitor the relationship and ask your sitter and child open and upfront questions after every session. The most important thing to remember is that your sitter must be compatible with the needs of your family. Sometimes, you learn that a perfect candidate is not the right fit for your family. But that’s okay! Once you’ve gone through the process once, finding another sitter will be a breeze.
Why You Should Try
Mediation Before Court HAVE YOUR DESTINY IN YOUR HANDS
Choosing mediation means choosing to take control over your post-marital destiny. When you leave your future well-being up to the courts ... anything can happen. The power to decide what happens is taken out of your control and put into the hands of a judge. Not only do you lose control, but the battles that ensue in divorce court are often vicious and incredibly damaging to the whole family. We offer mediation services so that you can forgo the risks of court and maintain control of your future. Our mediation services go beyond just divorce. There are many instances where mediation is beneficial and our team is proud to help you navigate through a slew of different conflicts,
including those regarding family businesses, estate planning, trusts, probate, or elder law.
Mediation is a way for two or more parties to come together to work out their differences in a nonthreatening setting. We find that when you’re able to remove the stress of court proceedings, the resolutions you achieve are much more effective and accurate. We make sure negotiations are guided by a neutral third party so that both sides of the table can work toward a just and mutual resolution. This process allows you to resolve your conflicts in a lasting fashion without burning any bridges. Our team here at Miller Law Group is experienced and highly skilled in a variety of different areas of mediation. Regardless of your type of conflict, contact us today and let us put you on a path toward an amicable resolution. Take control of your future — don’t hand it over to a stranger.
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