Live-in caregiver, child care Needed to work in Canada by Jackson Family

Work setting

• Own home
• Room and board provided

Key Responsibilities:

• Child Care:
  • Provide attentive and loving care for children, including infants, toddlers, or school-aged kids, depending on the family’s needs.
  • Assist with daily routines such as feeding, bathing, dressing, and diapering (for infants).
  • Plan and engage in age-appropriate activities that promote learning, creativity, and physical development.
  • Support children with homework and educational activities as needed.
• Health and Safety:
  • Ensure a safe and clean environment for the children, including child-proofing areas and supervising playtime.
  • Administer medications as directed by parents and handle minor injuries or emergencies with appropriate first aid.
  • Maintain hygiene standards and cleanliness in children’s living areas, including their rooms and play areas.
• Household Duties:
  • Perform light household chores related to child care, such as preparing meals for the children, doing laundry, and tidying up their spaces.
  • Assist with grocery shopping and meal planning related to children’s dietary needs and preferences.
• Communication:
  • Maintain open and effective communication with parents regarding children’s daily activities, behavior, and any concerns.
  • Provide regular updates and feedback to parents on the children’s progress and any significant occurrences.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Accompany children to appointments, extracurricular activities, and social events as required.
  • Adhere to family routines and preferences while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing needs.

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
• Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens
• 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
• Prepare infants and children for rest periods
• Supervise and care for children
• Take children to and from school and to appointments
• Tend to emotional well-being of children

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Supervise and care for multi-aged group of children

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training or certification in child care, early childhood education, or related fields is a plus.
  • Proven experience in child care or working with children in a professional setting is preferred.
  • Certification in CPR and First Aid is highly desirable.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing situations.
  • Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.
  • Basic cooking and housekeeping skills.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and respectful of the family’s privacy and values.
  • Ability to live-in and work full-time with the family, including flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends.

Working Conditions:

• Live-in arrangement with private accommodations provided.
• Regular work schedule with potential for occasional evening or weekend shifts.
• Must be comfortable living in the family home and integrating into the household.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Room and board provided as part of the live-in arrangement.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Health insurance (if applicable).
• Opportunities for professional development and training.