A Childcare Alternative: Co-op Babysitting

by Phoebe Billings

Rules

As with any organization, a few rules should be in place that are clear to each member to help keep things running smoothly. For example:

  • The hours of operation/availability (i.e. from 8 AM to 4 PM)
  • The minimum and maximum hours the service can be used at one time (i.e. a minimum of one hour and a maximum of four hours)
  • The amount of children who can be cared for by one individual at one time
  • Extras that must be provided by the parent using the service (i.e. snacks, meals, diapers, toys, etc.)

You will find that your group's needs will be specific to your varied interests and personalities, and the rules list can be an ongoing document reflecting the special interests of your particular co-op.

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