Job In Canada
Live-in caregiver, child care Available in Canada By Integra Care
A live-in caregiver (child care) is someone who lives in the employer’s home and provides care for children on a full-time basis. Duties and requirements vary by country and employer, but generally include the following:
Job details
- LocationCalgary, ABT3R 1T3
- Work locationOn site
- Salary18.50 hourly / 40 hours per week
- Terms of employmentPermanent employmentFull time
- Flexible hours, Overtime available, , 08:00 to 17:00
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Other benefits
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Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Non-smoking
- Scent free
Work setting
- Employer’s home
- Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
- 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
- Tend to emotional well-being of children
- Help children with homework
- Administer first-aid and other assistance
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
Experience and specialization
Target audience
- Supervise and care for multi-aged group of children
Child Care Duties
- Supervising and ensuring children’s safety.
- Feeding infants and children, preparing meals and snacks.
- Bathing, dressing, and helping with personal hygiene.
- Organizing educational and recreational activities.
- Helping with homework and school-related tasks.
- Taking children to and from school, appointments, or activities.
- Maintaining children’s daily routines, including naps and bedtime.
- Performing light housekeeping related to the children (laundry, tidying play areas, washing bottles, etc.).
Common Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (sometimes preferred or required).
- Experience caring for children, either professionally or personally.
- First Aid and CPR certification (often preferred).
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends if needed.
- Clean background check or police clearance.
- Physical ability to care for children and perform related household tasks.
- Knowledge of child development and safety practices.
Additional Requirements for International Jobs
If you are applying for a live-in caregiver position in another country (such as Canada, the UK, or the United States), you may also need:
- A valid passport.
- A work permit or visa.
- Proof of language proficiency (for example, English or French in some countries).
- Educational credentials and employment references.
Skills Employers Often Look For
- Patience and reliability.
- Trustworthiness and honesty.
- Ability to handle emergencies calmly.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Positive attitude and genuine interest in working with children.
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
Weight handling
- Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Time management
Benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- On-site housing options
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
nkondeis@gmail.com
What you must include in your application:
- Cover letter
- Answers to the following screening questions:
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
- Do you live near the job location?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
What might be required by the employer later in the hiring process:
- References attesting experience
- Letter of recommendation
- Proof of the requested certifications
- Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
Advertised until
further notice
