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Should I take the job?

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Sunday at church a lady asked if I would be interested in sitting her two children, 9 and 12. I don't have much experience with this before, do you think it's a good idea. The pay is ok and I could use the money, but the mother is also quite demanding and in my opinion have issues or ocd on how tidy and clean everything should be.
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
I might have forgotten to say I accepted the offer. We agreed on the terms together with my aunt this first time.
It's quite a bit of responsibility, but I'm getting used to it now. And sitting is more work than I first expected, it's not just sitting around watching your phone all night. It's chores and helping out with several things that need to get done in addition to keeping the kids in line and making sure they get their chores and homework done as well.
That's part of the terms at this job anyway
Strictextendedfamily · 18-21, F
@Stubborn17 are you doing it well?
@Strictextendedfamily I would give a very good grade, from what she has posted.
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Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
Thank you for the support 🤗 i really appreciate your help and support 🤓❤️
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Convivial · 26-30, F
I think yes just as a learning experience... There are a lot of people out there that you have to learn to play nice with, even if you don't like them, sad but true... Good luck with your decision
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Convivial thank you miss ☺️
Convivial · 26-30, F
@Stubborn17 and learning how to control kids won't go astray either lol
dbrady · 31-35, M
@Stubborn17 are they both girls?
tonialta · F
Yes take the job after getting clear instructions on what you are to do. Babysitting/keeping the kids does not entail cleaning house and doing chores, that would be another job and responsibility.
Also know what your limitations are on discipline which I think you are familiar with 🤯
Don't know unless you try. If you get the feeling she going to be drama or intense any time, you don't have to go back.
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The thing is...fair or not, the boss sets the rules.

When she criticizes, don't take it personally.
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Mamapolo2016 that's a valid point
chrisCA · M
Considering how you describe the mom, I am curious about how the kids are.
eyeno · M
Nope...to many negatives, unless you need the money that bad.

Dv8rs · 18-21, F
If they're good kids, and you already know them, go for it. You can always quit if it gets to be too much, or tell their mom, you need more money. Especially if cleaning needs to be done, aside from watching the children.
Dv8rs · 18-21, F
If that is the case, more work means more money. Don't be shy about it either, she asked you to watch kids, not clean house. Tell her you will, but you need more money. Don't let her take advantage of you.
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Dv8rs we agreed on 15$ an hour, including helping the kids do their chores, homework and keeping the place nice and tidy.
Dv8rs · 18-21, F
@Stubborn17 I'm happy you came to an agreement.
Patientlywaiting · 46-50, FVIP
Yes do it! It's good experience, you get paid and you help the mum out. The mess issue is easy. When mine were small I used to put a "tidy up" song on (find the longest track lol) and say we all clean up before the song is finished, cleanest is the winner... Yay! Good job kids, we all win. Failing that you can bribe them with stickers and chocolate buttons. 😂
Yes you should! You’ll be amazing!
dbrady · 31-35, M
@Britt07 do you babysit?
Amylynne · 26-30, F
get it written out.. tell her "so you can understand"
maximum hours. any other required duties,
if she is ocd she will love having a detailed list
if you ar ocd, it will give you comfort
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Amylynne I did, it's super helpful for me and them ❤️
Bklynbadboy12 · 31-35, M
@Stubborn17 So your been doing the nanny thing for a while now how do you like it
Amylynne · 26-30, F
@Stubborn17 very glad to help
A 9 and 12 y/o should basically take care of themselves. Just plan some activities to do with them to keep them occupied. U'll do fine and have some good money for ur trouble.
chrisCA · M
@JustJustine At age 12, I would have been home alone, and looking after a younger sibling.
@chrisCA agreed. I would've too.
maiohy · 18-21, F
Give it a go
Put her o na month for a trial and have it in writing what your duty are and what she expect and have your parent meet her and her kids that way yo u have second opinion
Pfuzylogic · M
i wouldn’t be frightened of the opportunity. You will need to use a bit of psychology to get them to do what you need done but if they are good kids they want to please whoever is in charge.
DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
The experience of babysitting has it's own rewards. Do it. Did it a few times when I was your age with roommates kids. And that was without pay. 😄
haybay07 · F
I was happy when I started babysitting. Depends on the day if I like it or not. Haha
Strictextendedfamily · 18-21, F
@haybay07 how old ones you care
haybay07 · F
You should follow your gut instinct. Good news is that it’s only a one time event and it isn’t a massive commitment of time.
ammelee · F
it'll be hell
dbrady · 31-35, M
@Stubborn17 Seems reasonable! Would you get your butt beat there if she is unhappy with the work or just tell your aunt?
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@dbrady no comment
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Strict4u · 56-60, M
Yes take it because it’s a good experience and later you can babysit for other people
ArtieKat · M
I agree with @Convivial. Gaining experience, as well as earning, is part of growing up
th3r0n · 41-45, M
Extra income is extra income

Might as well learn to keep a house clean too
Bklynbadboy12 · 31-35, M
Love your profile pic your dog is too cute remind me of my dog I have a pomeranian
Strictmichael75 · 61-69, M
If it doesn’t work to your liking you can leave after
Tell her you will try it
SW-User
I bet you are crushing this job!!! You will be great at it!!
Nevertooold · 56-60, M
If you are babysitting you most likely need one of these:)
You will do well. Go for it.

Do take BrendaMom's advice and get the discipline details precisely specified. I am thinking more about the risks to your bottom! Also, be sure that your Aunt still approves and try to find out what the mom is going to report to your Aunt.
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Alfred22 I must have missed that comment...
My aunt was there when we made the agreement, so she is very supportive and want me to do well and the family to be happy about the agreement and work I do
@Stubborn17 Sorry but I am very glad you and your Aunt were both present when the agreement was finalized. You should be careful at some point to ascertain how much the Aunt feels responsible for your success.
SW-User
Hope the job is all you wanted it to be and more!!!!
Try it. Why not? What's the worst that could happen?
tammy1 · F
Good luck and god bless you.
Pass kids can be brats
Bklynbadboy12 · 31-35, M
@ExperienceDLT You do realize you was kid once right
Hotelroom38 · 51-55, M
try it see how it goes.... ;)
Bklynbadboy12 · 31-35, M
So you never gave us an update did you take the job and if you did take it. How do you like the job so far
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Bklynbadboy12 for most part I do
Bklynbadboy12 · 31-35, M
@Stubborn17 so is there something about it you dont like
eking1024 · 26-30, M
@Stubborn17 message me sometime!
tiff12f · F
are they boys or girls?
When will the new job actually start? I bet that you are a bit nervous but not to worry. You will be soon enjoying the money and doing a great job!
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Alfred22 i started a few weeks back
@Stubborn17 Congratulations. I assume it is going very well.
72andy · 51-55, M
Give it a go
Agree expectations beforehand, and what the kids should be expected to do to tidy up, and what they can do re tv etc

Then should be easy money
72andy · 51-55, M
Did you take it?
72andy · 51-55, M
@Stubborn17 hard work is good for the soul
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@72andy I guess 🤔
72andy · 51-55, M
@Stubborn17 harder than you thought?
What were the other job terms?
Bjoern1997 · 26-30, M
Allways try new things. Now you can show what you can do and maybe also find out what you would like to do later😊
Louis54 · 61-69, M
Do you still like the job?
Louis54 · 61-69, M
@Stubborn17 And the kids are not too bad?
Stubborn17 · 18-21, F
@Louis54 I can handle the kids, it was challenging at first, but we are getting along nicely now
Louis54 · 61-69, M
@Stubborn17 Most kids are nice if they like you, and with a mother like that, they are probably used to not getting it all their way.
Give it a try. If things dont work out then fine but as with all things you will never know till you have a go
dbrady · 31-35, M
Go for it! The kids should be mostly able to take care of themselves at that age.
Nevertooold · 56-60, M
hey....did you ever take the babysitting job?If you did you're probably an old pro by now:)
At your age you should understand what she wants and how she wants things done
StrictSouthernHOH · 46-50, M
Has your babysitting job gone well? I hope they have behaved well for you.
Muthafukajones · 46-50, M
Try it. If you don’t like it you can just say it’s not working for you and leave the job.
SW-User
Sounds like it’s a job that you can take … why not but only you can decide
dayalllost · 36-40, M
Is it easy balancing what you have to do with farm/college life with this job?
dayalllost · 36-40, M
Any updates on this job? Are you enjoying it? Not enjoying it? Is it what you expected?

 
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