Nanny
Nannies care for children as employees in private households.
Nannies may perform the following tasks:
- care for babies or young children by feeding, washing and dressing them and by supervising their play and learning activities
- plan creative play and learning activities and organise meal and sleep times
- develop and/or maintain appropriate routines
- communicate with parents to make sure that their preferences regarding childcare are maintained
- safeguard children against potential dangers, such as swimming pools, kitchen utensils, poisons and stairs
- take children to school, kindergarten and other activities
- plan and prepare nutritious snacks and meals for children and possibly the family
- care for and maintain children's belongings, bedrooms and play areas
- take sole charge of children for extended periods while parents are absent from home
- arrange and supervise outings
- apply first aid and take appropriate action in cases of accident or emergency
- perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry or meal preparation, as they relate to children in their care.
Specialisations:
Governess
A governess supervises and tutors children (including school-age children) in educational programs within private households. In most instances these positions are in remote locations.
- patience, maturity and a willingness to accept responsibility
- well organised
- able to work with young children
- able to work unsupervised
- good communication skills
- reliable
- able to multi-task
- flexible and resourceful.
Personal Requirements:
Related Jobs:
- Child Care Supervisor
- Child Care Worker
- Family Day Carer
- House Parent
- Teacher - Early Childhood
- Teacher - Primary
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