Overview
A private family in Markham is seeking a dependable and caring nanny to provide full-time care for one toddler in the family home.
Position: Nanny – TEER 44100
Work location: Private residence in Markham, Ontario
Terms: Permanent, full-time; 30 hours per week; Monday to Friday (2:30PM to 8:30PM)
Wage: $20.00 per hour | 1 vacancy
Duties and Responsibilities
· Assume full responsibility for the child during the parents’ absence and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing home environment.
· Supervise and care for the child, including bathing, dressing, feeding, diaper changes and age-appropriate toilet training.
· Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for the child and follow the family’s established meal and nap routines.
· Organize age-appropriate activities such as reading, games, crafts, outdoor play and local community programs.
· Support the child’s emotional, social, physical and intellectual development; teach appropriate hygiene and social behaviour.
· Follow the parents’ instructions regarding routines, behaviour guidance and childcare preferences.
· Accompany the child to appointments, parks, playgroups, lessons and other activities when required.
· Perform light housekeeping duties directly related to the child, including the child’s laundry, dishes, toys and play areas.
· Maintain daily information about the child’s meals, naps, activities and general well-being and communicate regularly with the parents.
· Care for the child during minor illness and respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with the parents’ directions.
Qualifications
· Completion of secondary school.
· At least one year of childcare, nanny or caregiver experience is required; experience caring for infants or toddlers is preferred.
· Childcare training and First Aid and CPR certification are assets but are not mandatory.
· Ability to communicate independently in English; must be dependable, patient, organized and attentive to the child’s needs.
Benefits and Working Conditions
· Private emergency medical insurance during any period in which the employee is not covered by provincial health insurance.
· Vacation pay in accordance with Ontario employment standards.
· This is not a mandatory live-in position. Any accommodation arrangement must be voluntary and confirmed separately.