Why Working with a Childcare Agency is the Best Decision for Your Family

Apr 22

Finding reliable childcare is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. Whether you need a full-time nanny, part-time babysitter, or occasional childcare support, the right provider can make all the difference in your family's daily life. But should you hire a sitter on your own or work with a professional childcare agency? At Preferred ChildCare (PCC), we believe partnering with a childcare agency is the best way to ensure safety, reliability, and high-quality care. Here’s why.

1. Vetted & Trusted ChildCare Specialists

One of the biggest concerns parents have when hiring a babysitter or nanny is trust and safety. When searching for a caregiver independently, parents must conduct their own background checks, interviews, and reference calls. This process can be time-consuming and often lacks professional verification.

At Preferred ChildCare, we do the heavy lifting for you. Our 12-tier screening process ensures that less than 5% of applicants are selected to join our team. Each ChildCare Specialist undergoes:

Comprehensive background checks
In-depth interviews and situational assessments
Verification of experience and references
CPR and First Aid certification
Ongoing training to stay up-to-date with childcare best practices

This means that by the time a PCC ChildCare Specialist arrives at your home, you can trust they are fully vetted, qualified, and passionate about working with children.

2. Seamless Matching Process

Finding the right babysitter or nanny can be overwhelming. When you work with Preferred ChildCare, we take the stress out of the search. Our expert team takes the time to understand your family’s unique needs, parenting style, and scheduling preferences, then matches you with the perfect caregiver.

What’s included in our placement process?

Personalized consultation to learn about your family’s needs
Customized job marketing and recruitment
PCC 12-Tier Screening Process (less than 5% pass!)
Hand-selected, experienced candidates with professional resumes
Interview facilitation and support
Contract development and payroll recommendations
60-day replacement guarantee

Rather than spending hours scrolling through online listings or conducting endless interviews, our agency provides highly qualified caregivers handpicked just for your family.

3. Last-Minute & On-Call Babysitting Options

Life happens, and sometimes parents need childcare on short notice. Whether you have an unexpected work meeting, a last-minute event, or an emergency, finding a trusted, available babysitter can be stressful.

With PCC’s on-call babysitting services, families have access to reliable and pre-screened sitters who are ready to step in when needed. You don’t have to worry about last-minute cancellations or searching for a sitter at the last moment—we’ve got you covered.

4. Professionalism & Ongoing Support

Hiring independently from platforms like Care.com or Facebook groups can leave parents in a tough spot if something goes wrong. What if the sitter cancels last minute? What if they’re not the right fit? With a childcare agency, you have a team behind you every step of the way.

At Preferred ChildCare, we provide:

A dedicated support team to help with scheduling, feedback, and any concerns
Replacement options if a sitter is unavailable or doesn’t meet expectations
Ongoing professional development and resources for our ChildCare Specialists
A company built on integrity, trust, and community impact

With us, you’re never alone in your childcare journey—we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way.

5. Safety & Peace of Mind

When hiring a caregiver, safety is non-negotiable. Unlike self-service platforms that provide limited verification, PCC guarantees that every caregiver meets the highest safety standards. From CPR-certified sitters to professionals trained in early childhood education, our ChildCare Specialists bring expertise and reliability to every home they enter.

With Preferred ChildCare, you can leave the house knowing that your children are in capable, experienced, and compassionate hands.

The Preferred ChildCare Difference

Since its founding, Preferred ChildCare has been more than just a babysitting service—it’s been a lifeline for families looking for high-quality, trusted childcare. Our mission is to make finding exceptional caregivers simple, safe, and stress-free.

Why families choose PCC:

Only the top 5% of applicants pass our rigorous screening
Personalized matching process for the perfect caregiver fit
Last-minute & on-call babysitting for busy families
Ongoing agency support—we’re here when you need us
Trusted by families across the Piedmont Triad for years

Find Your Perfect ChildCare Specialist Today!

If you’re looking for peace of mind, reliability, and the highest quality care, working with a professional childcare agency is the best choice for your family. Let Preferred ChildCare take the stress out of hiring so you can focus on what matters most—your children.

Ready to experience the PCC difference? Contact us today to get started!