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Title posted on indeed.com - Summer Nanny
Posted on April 07, 2026 by Employer details Emma Harris
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*Job Title:* Full-Time Summer Nanny *Location:* Ancaster, ON *Term:* May 1 ? September 1, 2026 *Schedule Options:* * 4 days/week, 10 hours/day *or* * 5 days/week, 8 hours/day *Compensation:* $24-25/hour *Position Overview:*We are a warm, busy family seeking an energetic, responsible, and creative Full-Time Summer Nanny to care for our three young children (ages 3, 4, and 4). This role is centered on creating a fun, engaging, and memorable summer experience while ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about planning activities, enjoys being outdoors, and can balance fun with age-appropriate routines and expectations. You will have access to a vehicle and our pool; therefore, a valid G license and familiarity with water safety is required; lifeguarding experience is a bonus. We are a pet friendly, non-smoking family with two full-time working parents who both travel. This position would be perfect for someone looking for a fulfilling full-time summer job, and someone who is comfortable with the energy and requirements of young children. *Key Responsibilities:* * Plan and lead daily summer activities (outdoor play, crafts, games, learning activities, outings) * Supervise and actively engage with all three children throughout the day * Utilize access to a vehicle for outings (e.g., parks, libraries, local activities) * Supervise safe use of the family pool (water safety awareness is essential) * Prepare snacks and simple meals for the children * Prepare dinner for family during the last hour of the shift (while children engage in self-play) * Maintain daily routines, including rest/quiet time as appropriate * Light housekeeping related to the children (tidying play areas, cleaning up after meals, organizing toys) * Foster a positive, respectful, and fun environment that supports development and independence *Qualifications & Skills:* * Prior nannying or childcare experience, particularly with multiple young children * High energy, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with children * Strong sense of responsibility and attentiveness to safety (especially around water) * Patient, calm, and nurturing demeanor * Ability to plan engaging, screen-free activities and structure days effectively * Comfortable driving children and managing outings independently - G license required * Excellent organizational and time management skills * Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy * Comfortable working in a home with pets *Preferred (but not required):* * Background in early childhood education or camp counseling * Lifeguarding *What We?re Looking For:*Someone who can create a joyful, active, and memorable summer for our children?balancing fun adventures with consistency and care. We?re looking for a nanny who will feel like an extension of our family and bring positivity, creativity, and reliability to each day. We are looking for someone with great attention to detail with an ability to keep our home running in an organized fashion. Someone who is kind, patient, punctual, yet nurturing and warm with children. Someone who is vested in the development of our children?s wellbeing and understands the balance between providing space for growth and the need for discipline when behaviour merits a course correction. Optional: Travel to our family cottage Please email your cover letter and resume to no later than April 20, 2026. Thank you for your interest! Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal Contract length: 4 months Pay: $24.00-$25.00 per hour Work Location: In person- Location Ancaster, ON
- Work location On site
- Salary$24.00 to $25.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Seasonal employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #10092035539
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