Nanny/caregiver

**Overview**:
This is more than just a babysitting job—it’s about becoming a trusted part of our family’s daily routine and contributing meaningfully to our child’s development and confidence.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide loving, patient, and attentive care in a safe environment
- Engage child(ren) in learning activities that promote growth and development
- Assist with schoolwork and structured educational play
- Prepare simple, nutritious meals/snacks with consideration for allergies or preferences
- Maintain a clean, child-friendly space (including tidying toys, cleaning up meals, and basic organization)
- Communicate clearly with parents about daily updates, progress, and any concerns
- Support children with disabilities using thoughtful and respectful strategies that promote independence and dignity

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Previous experience in childcare or caregiving (babysitter, nanny, educator, ECE, etc.)
- Experience with children with disabilities is a strong asset
- Basic cooking skills for child meals/snacks
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to pass a background check and provide references
- Reliable, honest, and shows up with genuine care and consistency

**Who You Are**:

- Someone who believes in showing up with honesty and heart
- You value patience over perfection, and love helping children grow
- You’re confident working independently, but open to collaborating with parents
- You manage time well and stay organized even when things get busy
- You genuinely enjoy making a positive impact in a child’s life

**About Us**:
We’re a grounded, loving family that believes in honesty, clear communication, and creating a respectful environment for both our children and the people who help care for them. If you’re looking for a stable, weekday-only role where your work is truly valued, we’d love to meet you.

**How to Apply**:
Please send your resume and a brief message sharing your experience, availability, and what makes you a great fit for this role. If you’ve worked with children before and love what you do—we’re ready to welcome you into our home. Let me know if you’d like me to format it for uploading on Indeed, or personalize it more (e.g., faith-based home, newborn care, pickup duties, etc.).

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Oshawa, ON (L1J): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Nanny: 10 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- CPR Certification (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
- Criminal Record Check (with VSC) (required)

**Location**:

- Oshawa, ON (L1J) (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)

Work Location: In person