Childminder profile page: how to build your online presence in Romania

What your Websta profile should contain

Your profile page is a place where local families search for childminders and make contact. Unlike a marketplace post for a single task, your profile stays live and represents your regular availability and services.

Start with a short description of who you are and what age groups you look after. Be specific - for example, whether you take infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or school-age children, and whether you offer full-time care, part-time, or hourly sessions. Many families search by child age, so this matters.

Add a list of the services you provide. Common sections for childminders include babysitting, daily childcare, after-school care, holiday care, and drop-in services. You set what you offer based on your experience and schedule.

Include several photos: at least one clear photo of yourself, and if possible, photos of your care space - the play area, outdoor space, or rooms where children spend time. Photos help families get a sense of your environment and build trust before they make contact.

Set up a booking section or a contact form so families can reach you. On Websta, families can request a quote or book directly depending on how you set up your profile. This is where most inquiries will come through.

Languages to publish in

Publish your profile in Romanian as your main language, since that is what local families will search in. If you speak English, French or another language, add that information in your profile description - this is useful for expat families or families relocating to Romania. You do not need to create a full second-language version of your profile; noting that you speak other languages is enough for most searches.

How families search for childminders in Romania

Families in Romania use Websta's marketplace to find childminders by location and service type. They search under the childcare category and filter by town or neighbourhood. A small number of profiles exist already on Websta in Romania for this trade, so your profile will be visible when families search your area.

Many families also search on Google for 'childminder near me' or 'babysitter [town]' along with other local platforms and personal networks. Having a Websta profile gives you presence in this local search space, but it is one of several channels where families look.

Requirements for independent childminders in Romania

In Romania, childcare rules differ depending on how many children you look after and whether you work alone or in a registered setting. If you work as an independent childminder from your own home, you operate as a sole trader. Register yourself with the tax authority and follow any notification requirements for providing childcare services.

Check with your local town hall or county council about the specific rules in your area. Requirements vary by region and may cover: whether you need formal childcare qualifications, safety standards for your care space, maximum number of children you can look after, insurance, and health checks. Do not rely on general guidance - contact your local authority to confirm what applies to your situation.

As an independent provider, you are responsible for your own tax reporting, social contributions and insurance. Many childminders in Romania work through informal arrangements, but if you want a formal business presence and to use payment services like Stripe through Websta, registering properly protects you.

Keep records of the children you care for, emergency contacts, and any agreements with parents. This is standard practice and helps if questions arise.

What to write in your first hour

Start with the basics. Write a two or three sentence description: your name, the ages of children you care for, and your main service (for example, 'I offer daily childcare for toddlers and preschoolers in Bucharest, Monday to Friday, from my home'). Be honest about what you do.

List your services. Include childcare types you offer - full-time, part-time, after-school, weekend, holiday - and note any extras like meal preparation, educational activities or transport. Do not list services you do not actually provide.

Add one clear photo of yourself and describe your care space in a sentence or two. Do not worry about professional photography - a smartphone photo in good light is fine.

Set up your contact method: a booking form or quote request. On Websta, families can reach out through the platform, and you decide whether to book directly or ask for more details first.

Add your location - your town in Romania. This is how families find you when they search nearby.

How Websta works for your payments

When a family books or pays you through Websta, the payment goes through Stripe to your own bank account. You control your own pricing and manage your availability. Websta handles the platform; you keep the money from your work.

Getting started

Sign up, fill in your basic details and upload a photo. Write a short description of what you do and for which ages. Set up your contact method. Your profile will be visible to families searching for childminders in your area on Websta's marketplace.