NannyServices.ca Resource Centre
Guides and advice for families, nannies and babysitters.
Child Care
As a parent, the safety and well-being of your children should be your top priority, and that includes when they are in the care of a babysitter. Talking to babysitters about safety is an important conversation that…
Child Care
By clearly outlining the job requirements and expectations, you can increase your chances of finding a qualified and compatible babysitter. In this guide, we'll discuss some key elements to include in a babysitter…
Child Care
As a babysitter, one of your main responsibilities is to keep the kids you're watching entertained and happy. Playing with kids can be a lot of fun, but sometimes coming up with new ideas can be a challenge. In this…
Child Care
As a nanny, finding a job can be a daunting and overwhelming task, especially in today's job market. However, one of the most effective ways to increase your chances of finding a job is through…
Child Care
As a parent, it can be nerve-wracking to leave your child in the care of a new babysitter for the first time. While it is important to hire a babysitter with the right qualifications and experience, it is equally…
Child Care
Being a babysitter is a big responsibility, as you are not only taking care of someone's children, but also responsible for their safety and well-being. While parents have their own criteria for choosing a…
Child Care
Hiring a nanny can be a big decision for any family, as you are entrusting the care of your children to someone else. Once you have gone through the process of finding the right nanny for your family, the next step…
Child Care
Build a clear child care plan covering schedule, duties, budget, experience, transportation, and household expectations before comparing candidates.
Child Care
Use a structured search to compare nanny and babysitter profiles, verify availability, and build a focused shortlist without overlooking fit or safety.
Child Care
Use a 15-minute nanny screening call to confirm availability, child care experience, expectations, communication, and practical fit before meeting.
Child Care
Verify nanny references with consistent questions about child ages, duties, safety, reliability, communication, and whether the family would rehire the candidate.
Child Care
Plan a structured nanny interview covering routines, safety scenarios, communication, boundaries, employment expectations, and the candidate’s questions.
Child Care
Plan a short, paid nanny trial that lets the family and candidate test real routines, communication, judgement, and expectations without treating it as unpaid work.
Child Care
Create a practical nanny work agreement covering duties, schedule, pay, overtime, time off, expenses, privacy, termination, and review dates.
Child Care
Prepare a nanny’s first day with emergency information, home access, routines, child-specific guidance, communication rules, and a realistic handover plan.
Child Care
Understand police record and vulnerable sector checks for nanny roles, obtain consent, verify documents, protect personal information, and use checks as one part of screening.
Child Care
Plan a nanny share with clear decisions about schedule, host home, pay, payroll, children’s routines, illness, expenses, communication, and exit terms.
