Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Work setting
Employer’s home
Own home
Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Staff accommodation available
Staff accommodation provided
Urban area
Work in employer’s/client’s home
Room and board provided
Responsibilities
Tasks
Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Shop for food and household supplies
Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties
Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens
Care for pets
Bathe, dress and feed infants and children
Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents
Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development
Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children
Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home
Organize, activities such as games and outings for children
Prepare and serve nutritious meals
Prepare infants and children for rest periods
Supervise and care for children
Take children to and from school and to appointments
Tend to emotional well-being of children
Help children with homework
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Red Cross Babysitting course
Additional information
Security and safety
Child Abuse Registry check
Child welfare check
Criminal record check
Driver’s validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Medical exam
Reference required
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Willing to travel
Willing to travel regularly
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Work under pressure
Attention to detail
Bicycling
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Time management
Patience
Honesty
Benefits
Health benefits
Health care plan