Governess - Child Care
Job details
Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
Security and Safety
Child welfare check, Criminal record check, Medical exam, Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/Travel Information
Public transportation is available
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks, Work under pressure, Physically demanding
Work Location Information
Work in employer's/client's home, Urban area
Work Site Environment
Non-smoking
Personal Suitability
Judgement, Organized, Initiative, Excellent written communication, Excellent oral communication, Team player, Effective interpersonal skills, Client focus, Flexibility, Reliability
Additional Skills
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, Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Care for pets
Children's Ages
Kindergarten age (4 - 5 years), School age (6 - 12 years), Infant (3 months - 11 months)
Specific Skills
Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home, Prepare infants and children for rest periods, Sterilize bottles, prepare formulas and change diapers for infants, Take children to and from school and to appointments, Bathe, dress and feed infants and children, Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents, Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding 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, Tend to emotional well-being of children, Help children with homework
Target Audience
Supervise and care for multi-aged group of children
Work Setting
Employer's home, Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Emergency child care first aid and CPR, CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate
How to apply
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