Home Child Care Provider

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

Security and Safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Travel expenses paid by employer

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking

Personal Suitability

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

Additional Skills

Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents, Shop for food and household supplies, Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens, Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties

Children's Ages

School age (6 – 12 years)

Specific Skills

Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home, Organize, activities such as games and outings for children, Take children to and from school and to appointments, Supervise and care for children, Prepare and serve nutritious meals, Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents, Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development, Help children with homework

Weight Handling

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Work Setting

Employer's home