(1) Log in Often: Search results for sitters are ranked by the date you last logged in.  So, make sure you log in often to keep your profile near the top of the search results. 

(2) Keep Your Profile Current: If there is a change in your class or work schedule, make sure you update your availability.  Also, make sure you update your profile at the start of each new semester.

(3) Express Yourself Entries: If you feel comfortable, think about creating a video as a pre-interview or linking to your MySpace page, blog, web site, etc.  in the "Express Yourself" section on your profile registration.   By providing extra information about yourself, you are helping parents see all that you have to offer and why you would be a good choice. However, this is not required on the site and you are under no obligation to do so. 

(4) Set Up Your E-mail: Make sure your e-mail is set up to receive messages from CollegeSitter.com.  We will contact you via e-mail when someone tries to contact you from the site. 

(5) Check the Jobs: In addition to contacting sitters directly, parents may also post job notices on the site.  Be sure to visit the Job section often to see what new positions are available. 

(6) Your Privacy:  CollegeSitter.com will not give out your personal e-mail address, phone number or street address to parents.  We want to protect your privacy and that's why you will only be known by your username on the site. You are free to share your contact information if you like.  However, we wanted to make sure it was a decision you made when you felt comfortable sharing that information with someone else. 

(7) Interview: If it makes you feel more comfortable, think about suggesting a public place for an interview with a potential family.  Parks, libraries, or meeting areas are some ideas. If you get the babysitting job, you can always come over 30 minutes early to get a tour of the family's house.