Home Child Care Provider

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

No experience

Security and Safety

Medical exam, Drug test, Child abuse registry check, Criminal record check, Reference required

Transportation/Travel Information

Travel expenses not paid by employer, Willing to travel regularly, Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Overtime required

Work Location Information

Urban area, Work in employer's/client's home, Relocation costs covered by employer

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking, Scent free

Personal Suitability

Organized, Flexibility, Reliability, Effective interpersonal skills, Excellent written communication, Excellent oral communication

Additional Skills

Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, 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

Children's Ages

School age (6 - 12 years)

Specific Skills

Bathe, dress and feed infants and children, Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents, Prepare infants and children for rest periods, Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children, Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home, Take children to and from school and to appointments, Tend to emotional well-being of children, Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development, Organize, activities such as games and outings for children, Prepare and serve nutritious meals, Supervise and care for children, Help children with homework

Weight Handling

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Work Setting

Employer's home

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) proficiency test, First Aid Certificate