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Lydia M. - Seeking Work in Lakeshore

Nanny Lydia

Lakeshore, ON
$25/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Je m'appelle Lydia, tutrice de langues et j'ai un diplôme en communication de l'Université de Hampton. Je travaille sur ma maîtrise en éducation internationale. J'ai 5 ans d'expérience dans l'enseignement de cours à tous les élèves de tous niveaux, en mettant l'accent sur le langage conversationnel et la grammaire. J'ai également eu la chance de m'occuper des enfants en tant que nounou, pas seulement en tant qu'enseignante, au cours des deux dernières années ! J'espère pouvoir enseigner les langues à vos enfants, tout en créant des souvenirs avec votre famille ! Merci de votre considération! My name is Lydia, language tutor and I have a degree in communication from Hampton University. I am working on my master's degree in international education have 5 years of experience in teaching courses to all students of all levels, focusing on conversational language and grammar. I had the chance to take care of children as a nanny, over the past two years! I hope to make memories with a family!

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Special Needs
Keneshicia G. - Seeking Work in Lakeshore

Nanny Keneshicia

Lakeshore, ON
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a very determined young woman that’s fighting for her dreams to come through , by exercising time management and communication skills . I thrive to succeed at every task given to me by meeting new people and becoming a better individual.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sofiya S. - Seeking Work in Lakeshore

Nanny Sofiya

Lakeshore, ON
$22.17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am sofiya 14 year old a high school student in the progress of taking the babysitting course. I am fun, loving and energetic. I have 4 brothers and sisters that I have helped care for. i can babysit for date nights , nights out , running errands.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Ethel O. - Seeking Work in Lakeshore

Nanny Ethel

Lakeshore, ON
$21/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Lakeshore, 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 Lakeshore, ON

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Lakeshore, 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 Lakeshore can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Lakeshore 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!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

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