Looking for a caregiver for children
Description
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Live-In Nanny to join our household and provide exceptional care for our children. As a Live-In Nanny, you will play a vital role in the upbringing and well-being of our children, ensuring their safety, nurturing their development, and creating a stimulating and nurturing environment. This position requires the nanny to reside in our home full-time.
Responsibilities:
Childcare and Development: Create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for the children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development.
Daily Care: Attend to the children's basic needs, including feeding, bathing, dressing, and ensuring they are well-rested.
Educational Activities: Plan and engage the children in age-appropriate educational and recreational activities, promoting their cognitive, social, and creative skills.
Transportation: Safely transport the children to and from school, extracurricular activities, playdates, and other appointments.
Homework Support: Provide assistance and guidance with homework and school projects.
Discipline and Behavior: Maintain a positive and nurturing discipline approach while establishing boundaries and reinforcing good behavior.
Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks for the children, considering any dietary restrictions or preferences.
Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping duties related to the children's care, including tidying up their rooms, doing their laundry, and keeping their areas organized.
Safety and Security: Ensure the children's safety at all times, both inside and outside the home, by being attentive, vigilant, and trained in emergency procedures.
Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with parents regarding the children's progress, routines, and any concerns that may arise.
Appointment Coordination: Arrange and accompany the children to medical appointments, extracurricular activities, and other commitments as required.
Role Model: Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating good values, manners, and behavior for the children to emulate.
Overnight Care: Be available for overnight care if the parents are away, ensuring the children's needs are met throughout the night.
Household Support: Occasionally assist with light household chores and errands, as needed, to support the smooth running of the household.
Qualifications:
Previous Experience: Proven experience as a nanny or in a similar childcare role, with a strong track record of caring for children of similar ages.
Childcare Skills: In-depth knowledge of child development stages, age-appropriate activities, and nurturing techniques.
First Aid and CPR: Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain certification before starting employment.
Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and maintain a well-structured daily routine for the children.
Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing schedules and accommodate occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight stays, as required.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and other household staff.
Confidentiality: Demonstrate discretion and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Integrity and Trustworthiness: Exhibit honesty, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility towards the children and their family.
Valid Driver's License: Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to safely transport the children.
References: Provide strong references from previous employers or families for verification of experience and character.
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: Kijiji
jobs | child care
2023-07-28