Nanny

Katrina Jenkins, Steven Jenkins; North Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A caring family is seeking a dedicated Nanny in North Vancouver to provide exceptional care for their three children. The ideal candidate will have experience in childcare and possess strong caregiving skills, as well as the ability to engage children in fun and educational activities. You will be responsible for ensuring the children's safety, preparing meals, and maintaining a nurturing environment. This role offers a competitive pay rate of $30 per hour for 36 to 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a babysitting or nanny role is essential.
• Capacity to engage children in educational activities.
• Must have First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children.
• Engage in age-appropriate learning activities.
• Assist with daily routines including bathing and hygiene.
• Prepare meals and snacks meeting dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness in play and kitchen areas.
• Communicate children's progress with parents.
• Travel with family and assist with household duties.

Skills

Proven experience caring for children

Strong caregiving skills

Ability to maintain a clean environment

Cooking skills for meal preparation

Excellent communication skills

Patience and creativity

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nanny to provide exceptional care for our three children in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and possess the ability to engage them in educational and fun activities. This role is perfect for someone who is patient, attentive, energetic, and committed to fostering a safe and supportive atmosphere for children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Plan and engage in age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
• Provide caregiving support, including assistance with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, diaper changes, and hygiene.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment, including tidying up play areas and kitchen.
• Educate children through interactive play, storytelling, and educational games.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding children’s progress and any concerns that may arise.
• School pick up (within walking distance from home).
• Alignment with parents on parenting philosophy and approach to discipline.
• Follow parents’ lead with toilet training.
• 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.
• 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.
• Prepare infants and children for rest periods.
• Tend to emotional well‑being of children.
• Help children with homework.

Skills

• Proven experience caring for children in a babysitting or nanny role.
• Strong caregiving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to maintain a clean environment while caring for children.
• Cooking skills for meal preparation that caters to children’s tastes and nutritional needs.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with children and parents effectively.
• Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with children of various ages.

Credentials

Certificates, licenses, memberships, and courses

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Location and Compensation

North Vancouver, BC V7H 2V4

On site

$30.00 hourly; 36 to 40 hours per week

Term or contract: Full time

Early morning, Evening, Shift, Flexible hours, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking

Work Setting

Employer’s home

Tagged as

caregiver, childcare, household manager, in‑home caregiver, nanny