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New Career Paths for Childcare Workers

In a groundbreaking initiative to address challenges in the childcare industry, Nextbeat Inc., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has teamed up with Kobe Tokiwa University to support the career development of childcare professionals and to promote babysitting as a crucial parenting support service. The event took place on July 11, 2025, at the Kobe Tokiwa University campus, bringing together aspiring childcare workers and parents in search of new solutions.

Event Highlights

1. Parent-Focused Event: "Hear from Parents and Sitters: A Babysitting Exchange Meeting"

Addressing the concerns of parents who are curious about babysitting services yet feel uneasy, the event featured firsthand accounts from experienced parents along with babysitters registered with KIDSNA. The discussion highlighted that babysitters offer more than just a place for children to stay—they provide customized childcare support that can adapt to the family's specific needs and schedule. Participants expressed relief, stating, "Hearing real stories made me feel secure," and "The barriers to using babysitting services have lowered," summarizing the event's impact on shaping perceptions about babysitting as a modern parenting option.

2. Student Event: "Gain Insight with Experienced Childcare Workers: A Career Q&A for Aspiring Cares"

For students working towards becoming childcare workers, the event unveiled diverse career paths, underscoring that opportunities extend beyond traditional nursery roles. Current KIDSNA babysitters shared their personal experiences, career journeys, and the duality of balancing childcare with part-time work. Feedback from students included, "I learned for the first time that there are various ways to utilize my childcare qualifications outside of a nursery" and "This has been a great opportunity to reflect on my future career." This event broadened the vocational horizons of the students and helps support the next generation of childcare providers.

Looking Ahead

Nextbeat and Kobe Tokiwa University plan to maintain their collaborative efforts to enhance the training and quality of childcare workers, addressing systemic issues in the field. Another event aimed at parents is scheduled for October at a children's center in Kobe City. The goal is to elevate the appeal of childcare professions, ensuring that future childcare workers have the secure environment they need to build their careers. This contributes to the wider initiative of supporting parenting within society.

About KIDSNA Sitters

KIDSNA Sitters is a babysitting matching service that ensures safety and quality, staffed 100% by qualified childcare workers, nursery teachers, and nurses. They strive to balance the support of aspiring childcare professionals who may not be actively working and the needs of parents for effective childcare solutions. For more information, visit KIDSNA Sitters.