By the way torontokids, it really can take some time to get the kids settled and to adjust yourself to the new routine. Since we are in February now, maybe you could stick it out until school ends in June and then tell parents you can't do it in September so they have the summer to find someone else? That would also give you time to fill your other spots and get some experience. When the weather gets nicer it will be easier to do the school runs as we won't have to deal with all the winter gear and bad weather. You could also move naptime earlier so your kids still get the length of nap they need before you leave. I have a 2 year old who started with me in September and it is only now, 5 months later, that I feel I have finally turned a corner with his behaviour...I felt like terming a few times, but the mom was respectful and works with me, so I put the effort in. I know she will refer people to me in a heartbeat Give yourself some time would be my advice.