Job Description

A welcoming, multi-generational family seek a fantastic developmentally-focused nanny, who is also able to with some assistant-style duties. The usual schedule will be Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be comfortable in a shared care environment and will have prior experience with toddlers. Responsibilities will include:

• Providing a warm and loving environment that encourages social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
• Researching and taking the child to fun, educational and enriching local classes and playgroups
• Light housekeeping pertaining to the baby, including laundry and ironing, and keeping associated areas very clean and tidy
• Potty-training, when the time comes!
• Helping with the morning and evening routines, encouraging healthy sleep habits
• All aspects of toddler care including feeding, nap schedules, evening routines etc
• Working closely with Mom, offering guidance, support, and up-to-date knowledge
• Engaging child in creative, imaginative, and developmentally appropriate play
• Supporting emotional regulation, communication, manners, and boundaries in a warm but firm manner
• Working collaboratively with parents and other staff
• Supporting transitions, changes in routine, and evolving family needs

Requirements

• Confident drivers preferred
• Strong understanding of milestones and development
• Very educationally focused with a background in Early Years
• Professional, polished but with a warm, considerate and caring personality
• Calm, confident, and comfortable holding age-appropriate boundaries
• Able to partner effectively with family members and other household staff
• Able to engage with the children at their level, and encourage learning through play and exploration
• Excellent communication skills
• Organised and very tidy

Salary and Benefits

• From $40/hr, depending on experience
• Open to considering relocation for the right candidate