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Liah A. - Seeking Work in Smiths Falls

Nanny Liah

Smiths Falls, ON
$22/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Liah, I am 20 years old and the oldest of four kids. I started babysitting my siblings at the age of 12 after school and on the weekends. During high school, I watched a group of 3-7 kids depending on the day after school.
I would:
Meet them at their bus stop
Walk back to the building together
Prepare snacks and activities (indoor and outdoor)
Help with homework
I have experience working with children with special needs. During high school, I completed my co-op at North Grenville District High School working with adolescents with special needs.
Some things I would do:
Help encourage good and healthy behaviour by reinforcing language, objects, or activities
Teaching and practicing coping strategies
Played card and board games like Uno, Go Fish, Candy Land, etc
I think it's extremely important to make sure I am giving as much rein as possible to children with special needs I think it's important for them to learn and not be helicoptered over.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kyanna R. - Seeking Work in Smiths Falls

Nanny Kyanna

Smiths Falls, ON
$20/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am a 12 year old girl I have taken the first aid course I am certified in CPR and I have taken the babysitting course I have experience with my brother and my cousins . I can bath and feed the children and I can watch them on weekends and pa days I go to chimo elementary so I will not be able to babysit on week days I can work all summer.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Smiths Falls, ON?

The average cost of a babysitter in Smiths Falls, ON is $21.13 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Smiths Falls, ON

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Smiths Falls, ON

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Smiths Falls can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Smiths Falls Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Ontario?
  • Do you have a Ontario driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

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