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Overview
A welcoming, multi-generational family seeks a super-engaged Mother's Help/Nanny to start ASAP. The usual schedule will be Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm, and please be aware that the parents are likely around for most of the time, and enjoy being hands on!
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be comfortable in a shared care environment and will have prior experience with toddlers (she is currently 17-months-old). Responsibilities will include:
- Providing a warm and loving environment that encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
- Researching and taking the child to fun, educational and enriching local classes and playgroups
- Light housekeeping pertaining to the baby, including laundry and ironing, and keeping associated areas very clean and tidy
- Potty-training, when the time comes!
- Helping with the morning and evening routines, encouraging healthy sleep habits
- All aspects of toddler care including feeding, nap schedules, evening routines etc
- Working closely with Mom, offering guidance, support, and up-to-date knowledge
- Engaging child in creative, imaginative, and developmentally appropriate play
- Supporting emotional regulation, communication, manners, and boundaries in a warm but firm manner
- Working collaboratively with parents and other staff
- Supporting transitions, changes in routine, and evolving family needs
Requirements
- Confident drivers preferred
- Strong understanding of milestones and development
- Professional, polished but with a warm, considerate and caring personality
- Calm, confident, and comfortable holding age-appropriate boundaries
- Able to partner effectively with family members and other household staff
- Able to engage with the children at their level, and encourage learning through play and exploration
- Excellent communication skills
- Organised and very tidy
Salary and Benefits
- $40/hr
- Open to considering relocation for the right candidate
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