Job Description

Seeking a caregiver for a private home with young children. Hours of work will be 7am-10am and 4pm-7pm on weekdays, with occasional overtime. Minimum of 30 hours per week. English language. Must have a secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent, with 5 or more years experience in working with children. References required. Medical exam required. Must be willing to travel regularly. Non-smoking work environment.
Key responsibilities/tasks are as follows:
Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents
Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties
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
Sterilize bottles, prepare formulas and change diapers for infants
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
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
Suitable attributes comprise:
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Time management
Patience
Honesty

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary (high school) level education or equivalent

Required skills: 5 or more years experience in working with children

Closest intersection: Florelle Drive & Roy Rainey Ave