We are a professional family in Kitsilano seeking a warm, reliable, experienced live-out nanny for a long-term position caring for our two children: a 3-year-old girl attending part-time preschool and an 8-year-old boy in Grade 3.
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys children, takes initiative, and can become a trusted and valued part of our family's daily life.
Responsibilities
Childcare – Primary Priority
- Provide attentive, nurturing and engaging care for our children.
- Preschool pickup at approximately 11:45 a.m. and elementary school pickup in the afternoon.
- Plan age-appropriate activities, outdoor play and creative learning opportunities.
- Support healthy routines, positive behaviour and emotional development.
- Assist with after-school routines and homework as appropriate.
Meal Preparation and Cooking
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
- Assist with family meal preparation and cooking.
- Help maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
Light Household Support
- Children's laundry and occasional family laundry.
- Light tidying and household organization.
- Maintain children's play and activity areas.
We already employ professional house cleaners, so deep cleaning is not expected.
Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 3 years of professional childcare experience, preferably with preschool and school-aged children.
- Warm, patient, dependable and genuinely enthusiastic about working with children.
- Comfortable preparing healthy family meals.
- Organized, proactive and able to work independently.
- Strong communication skills.
- Legally authorized to work in Canada.
- Able to provide at least two verifiable professional childcare references.
- First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
- Valid driver's licence an asset, but not mandatory.
Compensation and Advantages
- $28–$35/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- 40 paid hours per week, Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Paid meal period while remaining available for childcare.
- Paid vacation and statutory entitlements in accordance with B.C. employment standards.
- Stable, long-term employment in a respectful and welcoming family environment.
How to Apply Please send a brief introduction, your childcare experience, your availability to start, and details of your most recent childcare employment.
We look forward to meeting someone who will become an important and trusted part of our children's lives.
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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