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Date Published: July 31, 2024
Very often, the terms babysitter and nanny are used interchangeably. This is a common misunderstanding, especially because the responsibilities of a babysitter and nanny overlap significantly. Here are several ways a nanny differs from a babysitter.
Babysitters can have long tenures with families like nannies, but babysitters typically do not live-in with families. Sitters are more so an external service with a person hired to come in the living space with shorter working hours.
A babysitter, also known as a sitter, is hired by a parent, grandparent, or guardian to care for a child temporarily. They may look after children of all ages and are usually paid per hour. Their work schedule can be consistent — whether part-time or full-time — or vary as needed.
A nanny is an experienced professional who provides ongoing childcare, while a babysitter usually provides short-term or casual care for children.
Nannies are professional child caretakers with extensive experience in meeting the needs of children and families on a long-term or ongoing basis. Nannies can care for children for long hours or live -in with families for 24/7 days a week care. Also, Au Pairs are like nannies, providing childcare and light housework. They usually live with the family for a few months up to a year while nannies are usually with the same families for a longer term.
Preparing for an emergency is one of the best investments you can make as a nanny or au pair. Investing in a first aid and CPR training course means you have the knowledge and skills to react should you be in an unfortunate circumstance.
If you’re considering Red Cross Training first aid and CPR courses, here are some of the most popular for nannies and au pairs.
For online courses without a required in-person skills session, you must enroll in an instructor-led skill session (at an additional cost) within 90 days of completing the online course in order to receive a valid 2-year Red Cross digital certificate that is OSHA compliant and meets other workplace and regulatory requirements.
The American Red Cross Child Care app equips caregivers with essential skills and knowledge to care for infants and children safely. It offers detailed information on topics like diapering, feeding and emergency first aid, interactive lessons, quizzes and child profiles to track vital information. This free app provides comprehensive child care insights to ensure children are safe, healthy and happy. Download it today!
Or text: "CHILDCARE" to 90999
Training Services is a division of the American Red Cross with the mission to spread knowledge and educate as many members of the national community in lifesaving procedures. Our services include training courses for CPR and AED, First Aid, BLS (Basic Life Support), babysitting, Caregiving, Lifeguarding Water Safety, and more.
