Experienced Full-Time Family Assistant / Nanny - $25/hr
Description
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Family Assistant to support a family of four, comprising two parents, one toddler, and one infant. This position offers a wonderful opportunity to be an integral part of a loving family environment.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the parents and nurturing the growth and happiness of the children. Flexibility and a positive attitude are key attributes for success in this role. The ideal candidate will be organized, reliable, and adept at multitasking in a fast-paced household environment.
Responsibilities:
Childcare Support:
- Provide attentive care for the toddler and infant, ensuring their safety, well-being, and developmental needs
- Engage in age-appropriate activities, playtime, and educational stimulation
- Assist with feeding, bathing, and bedtime routines
- Accompany the children on outings, appointments, and activities as required
- Daycare/school preparation including drop-offs and pick-ups
- Assist with meal preparation and feeding the children as needed
Household Management:
- Light daily housekeeping duties, including household organization and tidying
- Manage inventory of household supplies and necessities, ensuring items are well-stocked
- Keep kitchen tidy and clean (e.g. load and unload dishwasher, hand washing dishes, counter cleaning)
- Wash, fold, and put away laundry
- Schedule and manage household repairs and upkeep (cleaning service, etc.)
- Remove garbage and recyclables
- Light property maintenance (e.g. water and care for plants, sweeping steps, supplementary snow shoveling, etc.)
Parent Support and Logistics:
- Run household errands, including grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, and other necessary tasks
- Personal shopping
- Make reservations and travel arrangements
- Event planning and coordination
- Assist the owners in managing their local business (e.g. social media coordination, administrative support, report preparation, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in childcare, preferably with toddlers and infants
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine interest in the well-being and development of children
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a family environment
- Must have valid driver’s license and own vehicle in good repair
- Flexible availability, including occasional travel, evenings, and weekends
- Up-to-date vaccinations
- Non-smoker
- CPR and First Aid certification (preferred but not required)
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: Kijiji
jobs | child care
2024-01-30