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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Mom of four who has worked both 5 hours/wk and 5 hours/ day.  I am not sure which you are, OP.  
If it’s 5 hours/wk, either go through a babysitting agency or ask a giant favor from someone you don’t need to pay.  
 It is almost impossible to find one person who can be consistent for such a short time.  In my case, I was teaching one class that met once a week.  It couldn’t be changed, and missing it was a big deal.  Having my sitter quit because she found a FT job or want the day off because this was her “day off” at her FT job, and she needs to go to the dentist is irritating.  I ended up with an agency, but my aunt did it for a little bit, and it wasn’t such a big deal because she just brought my kids to the dentist or soccer practice or whatever she had to do.

If it’s 5 hours a day, get a regular sitter.  Have him/her pick up your younger two from preschool.  Don’t pay for aftercare.  [/quote]

Thanks for this. Yes it’s 5 hours a week, similar to teaching a class. Missing it would be a big deal, however I can structure the time as I desire and work whenever (well, between 9-8pm). The only thing is, the time I pick is super important because it will stay that time for the school year so if I make a bad choice and can’t find a sitter half way through I am totally screwed! Lol[/quote]

Find another family who only needs a few days and do option 1 with their nanny one day a week. Obviously book a full day, as that will give you more flexibility for errands, outings, appointments, etc. Consider 2 full days of nanny on call as there are other families out there who need 3 days. That is your best bet for retaining someone consistent. I am sure it will be worth it with everything you are juggling. [/quote]

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