child caregiver - private home

MICHELLE CONTERAS; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A private home in Collingwood is seeking a dedicated Child Caregiver to assume full household responsibility in the absence of parents. The role involves light housekeeping, caring for children, and preparing meals. Candidates should have a relevant certificate or diploma and at least 7 months of child care experience. This full-time position offers a salary of $18.00 per hour with benefits including life insurance and mentorship programs.

Benefits

Life insurance

Mentorship programs

Support for newcomers and refugees

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience in child care is required.
• Ability to work in a non-smoking, scent-free environment.
• Willingness to follow parent-specified discipline methods.

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for the household in the absence of parents.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Supervise and care for children.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Reliability

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Job description

Child Caregiver – Private Home

Employer: Michelle Conteras

Posted: November 9, 2025

Location: Collingwood, ON L9Y 3B7 (on site)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time, 30 hrs per week (07:00‑15:00)

Salary: $18.00 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible (advertised until 2025‑12‑09)

Languages: English

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for the household in the absence of parents
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning 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
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home
• Organize activities such as games and outings for children
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Supervise and care for children
• Tend to the emotional well‑being of children

Requirements / Qualifications

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma (3‑12 months)
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year in child care
• Non‑smoking, scent‑free work environment
• Ability to relocate for the position
• Strong organizational and reliability skills; willingness to follow parent‑specified discipline methods

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Supports newcomers and refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and refugees with experienced employees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Who can apply?

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

EEO Statement

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self‑identify as a member of any employment group(s) (including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, LGBTQ+ community, and others listed in the detailed group support section below), your application will be welcomed.

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.