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Intake Form

Example

Babysits is a supply and demand platform. We facilitate parents in finding a babysitter and babysitters in finding a babysitting job. We do not screen the parents or babysitters that sign up on Babysits. This means that parents and babysitters are wholly responsible for making an accurate selection.

Please ask the babysitter to fill this form out before they start babysitting for you for the first time.

Information child(ren)

Name:
Age:

Information parent(s)

Name:
Adress:
Phone number:
Emergency number:

Information babysitter*

Name:
Adress:
Phone number:
Name parents/guardians babysitter (optional):
Phone number parents/guardians babysitter (optional):

*Always ask for a copy of an identity card at the intake. Never send your official ID by email to prevent (identity) fraud. For more information, go to the Trust & Safety page.

Other information

Location of emergency kit:
Nutritional information/allergies:

Questions

  • Is the child potty trained?
  • How does the child react to strangers?
  • Can people stop by the house?
  • Can people call the house? What should the babysitter do if somebody calls the house?
  • What can be used in the house whilst babysitting?What are the house rules?
  • What should the child do while the babysitter is over?
  • Which neighbors can the babysitter ask for help if needed?

Routine (Food/Care)

Does the babysitter need to prepare food for the child? If so, what kind of food? Where are the kitchen utensils located? How often should the child be fed? What is the child's bedtime? Where does the child sleep? Are there any rituals when the child goes to bed? Are there any rituals when the child wakes up? What does the child love doing? Does your child take any medications? What snacks can the child eat? Are there other things to keep in mind? Are there any issues with the child?

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Make clear agreements:

  • When is the babysitter coming over to babysit? (What time, which day?)
  • How much will the babysitter be paid? The hourly rate depends on the age of the babysitter and the number of children that they will be minding.
  • What is expected of the babysitter? Is it expected that the babysitter do some household tasks?
  • What are the rules set for the children? Will they be allowed to watch TV, play games, eat candy, etc.?
  • Is the babysitter allowed to invite friends over, make use of the telephone, watch TV?
  • What should the babysitter do in case of illness?
  • Do the parents want to be kept informed during their absence? (Many people have camera phones through which they can send you photos.)
  • When can the babysitter call the parents?
  • At what time should the babysitter arrive, and at what time will the parents return?
  • Are there any places in the house that are off-limits?

Does the babysitter need to bring something along with them?

  • Games?
  • Books to read?