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Nicole H. - Seeking Work in Port Colborne

Nanny Nicole

Port Colborne, ON
$25/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My names Nicole, I’m 17 and I plan on going into early childhood education as a career when I’m older. I love children and helping out! I have experience with my own siblings and did a co-op in a daycare last September to January. Would love to meet you!
Violet G. - Seeking Work in Port Colborne

Nanny Violet

Port Colborne, ON
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Violet! I have been a babysitter for many years and would like to now become a nanny, since I have always gotten along amazing with kids and love them so much! I love cleaning, cooking, baking, and making new little friends to work with and take care of. For a faster answer, email me at [email hidden]

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Michelle G. - Seeking Work in Port Colborne

Nanny Michelle

Port Colborne, ON
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! I am an energetic, experienced nanny looking to do childcare in your home. I provide children in my care with a super fun learning environment! I have great references available! Crafts, experiments, indoor/outdoor play and outings and more! Please contact me if you would like to chat further!! Have taken first aid and cpr in the past, but would gladly do an updated course!!

Thanks for reading!!:)

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Special Needs

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Rupal S. - Seeking Work in Port Colborne

Nanny Rupal

Port Colborne, ON
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am looking for the families who need reliable and trustworthy nanny for their little ones. I ECA diploma holder with CPR, CPI certificates. Kindly msg me for more info.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Holly R. - Seeking Work in Port Colborne

Nanny Holly

Port Colborne, ON
$16/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Well my names holly I’m in grade 11 I babysit cousins before neighbour’s random people! I can cook id clean I love music and I like to draw so I could draw with them

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Port Colborne, 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 Port Colborne, ON

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

Port Colborne 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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