About Darcy

While Darcy was kind and personable, unfortunately our experience working with her was disappointing. We were upfront about the part time hours we needed and repeatedly confirmed with her that the schedule worked for her. She gave us the impression that this was an arrangement she was comfortable with and that she was interested in continuing with our family long-term. On one occasion during her employment she even asked about our plans for a second child and discussed being available to care for one in the future further making us believe she was committed to long term. After just one week of employment, Darcy contacted us on Sunday to let us know she had accepted another position and would no longer be working with us, despite being scheduled to return on Wednesday. As a first time mom finding someone to welcome into our home and trust with our daughter was a big decision. We took the time to introduce her into our daughter’s routine, opened our home to her, and adjusted our own work schedules around the availability and commitment she had repeatedly assured us she could provide. Ultimately it felt as though our family was treated as a temporary stepping stone while she waited for a better-paying, full time opportunity. There is nothing wrong with needing full time employment or accepting a different opportunity, but there is a responsibility to be transparent about your intentions when accepting a childcare position. Children and families are not placeholders. The lack of consideration for the disruption this would cause our family was incredibly disappointing. Finding reliable childcare requires trust, consistency, and communication, and unfortunately, that was not our experience.