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Wow those other two things you do is what I would love to do on the side ! How great that you can switch between thre reqarding jobs that ALL have to do with directly benefiting the health and well being of a baby/child . Bring a "lactavist" I actually have on my website that I provide lactation advice (only to clients) if ever needed. I have so much personal experience to share with others ;-) .
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I simply say I own and operate a successful daycare. I am not the least bit embarrassed, because I know how few can do this job, and do it well.Comment
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I often have to go to conferences where people know DH and I from my former fast paced/competitive career. I always get asked "So what are you doing now?"
I always tell them that I hit a goldmine.
I explain that I found a way to double my income, cut my taxes, get to be home for my husband & kids every day while having off every night, weekend and holiday.
The family oriented people at the table are usually all ears, the catty pretentious people are left shuffling awkwardly in their seats.
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I say I operate a small daycare in my home. I have a great program and am proud of it! I always have business cards handy too....everyone knows someone who needs good daycare.Comment
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Every time I get asked this I can feel my skin turning red, because once I tell them what I do it's usually followed by questions about their obnoxious child or just silence. Three years ago I quit a prestigious job to do this and I guess people think I took a pay cut which is completely the opposite. From some people who didn't know where I worked prior I feel like they think I am uneducated so I have to be a "babysitter" cause after all how much knowledge does it take to change diapers and watch tv all day. I've had 8 kids at one time, now I have 6 but I get the OMG how can you handle that??? I even get that from new parents that interview and find out how many I have. People are also under the impression that we work for the parents and we have to do whatever they tell us to do. I get the question "How do you handle so many instructions from parents or don't you get tired of being bossed around by parents all day. Usually when they find out that "I" am in charge of my daycare, "I" tell my parent's when I am open/closed, "I" tell my parent's when I take vacations, "I" tell my parents when I am closed WITH PAY, "I" decide what happens at my daycare and no one tells me what to do they usually change their tone and are like THAT'S GREAT! I post pictures all day to facebook of the fun we have & my working friends get so jealous! I've also gotten the comments like "your able to pay the bills?" I don't think people realize how much money is in daycare and come tax time, we make a killer!!!! happyfaceComment
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I am a glorified a$$ wiper just like the three generations before me.
I am at a point where I am tired of justifying what I do to narrow minded people. I am sarcastic and have no filter, so this is what usually slips out of my mouth before I have time to think about what I'm going to say.
In all seriousness though, if someone is genuinely interested, I usually just say I am a childcare provider.Comment
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:I am a glorified a$$ wiper just like the three generations before me.
I am at a point where I am tired of justifying what I do to narrow minded people. I am sarcastic and have no filter, so this is what usually slips out of my mouth before I have time to think about what I'm going to say.
In all seriousness though, if someone is genuinely interested, I usually just say I am a childcare provider.
::::::: I really lovethis the way you think.
I got tired of defending myself years ago. I couldn't care less what others think I do or don't do when I say "daycare provider".
Apparently doing what we do is tough for parents too or we wouldn't be complaining all the time about all these kids left in our care for so many hours per day every day.
It is what it is and no matter what lable others give it, I pay my bills no problem, don't work nights, weekends or holidays, know EXACTLY when I will get a raise and don't have to answer to anyone other than me. Can't really ask for a better job.
Atleast the sometimes crabby obnoxious co-workers I have nap every day for a couple hours.
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I have to agree with you all. Why is it that the minute you tell them what you do, its like a silence comes. Like really, I make more money than those that work at walmart, but walmart employees rank higher than me.Comment
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I don't think you sold out - I think you helped change a few people's perspectives
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When the subject comes up I say " I run a child care out of my home". I often get the " I could never do that remark" or the "how do you care for all the kids at once, I couldnt stand all the crying. If someone I know asks me if I still do that baby sitting thing I usually just say yes. (get tired of explaining it) I think a lot of people just dont understand the concept of a home based child care. Usually as soon as I mention that Im licensed people understand. I think my answer depends on the company Im in.
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I say, "I own a home-based childcare and preschool."Comment
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I am the owner and operator of a daycare.
I quit caring what others think a long time ago. I see how much money I make each year on my tax returns. Im happy with it and the bank is happy with it so I dont see a problem. After all, isnt that really all that matters?!
I have a dcd that specializes in detecting hearing and vision loss in young children. If you ask him what he does, he'll tell you the same thing everyday. He says, " I work with preschoolers all day." Sounds like a good job to me!
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