Loving parents of sweet, happy and active 20-month old twin girls are seeking a long-term, full-time nanny who is able to start in May 2018. Location: Our home in Lake Sundance, SE Calgary Start date: May 2018 Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time Pay: Pay is negotiable and will be based on your experience and qualifications The following is how your friends, family and former employers would describe you: - Passionate about childcare - You have a genuine interest in working with young children - Physical stamina and energetic - Responsible - Mature - Trustworthy - Reliable - Punctual - Patient - Organized and good time management - Neat and tidy - Strong work ethic - Caring - Eager to learn - Positive, can-do attitude - Independent and able to make decisions with minimal direction once you are settled into the position - Excellent interpersonal skills - Good oral communication skills Your responsibilities will include the following: - Tend to the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development and well-being of our daughters - Supervise and care for our daughters - Change diapers - Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks - Feed our daughters - Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home - Keep records of daily activities and health information of our daughters - Instruct and assist our daughters in personal hygiene and social development - Discipline our daughters according to the methods we have requested - Dress our daughters - Prepare our daughters for naps/rest periods - Organize and participate in age-appropriate indoor and outdoor playtime and activities such as games, crafts, reading, music, dance and outings to provide amusement and exercise - Take our daughters to activities (e.g. music class, library, park, walks, etc.) - Some light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation - Keep the children’s rooms and household clean and tidy Qualifications and Experience - You have previously cared for toddlers, ideally with twins or multiples - You have current CRP and first aid certifications - You are willing to obtain a current police clearance and a vulnerable sector check - You have a current driver’s license and clean driving record - High school diploma - Although not required, it would also be desirable if you have completed some kind of early childhood education and/or babysitting certification course - Fluency in Spanish is an asset, although not required - We are a non-smoking family and are seeking a non-smoking nanny It is very hard work caring for toddler twins but our daughters are absolutely delightful and will bring you a lot of laughs and much enjoyment once you get to know them. Mom works in a professional career and occasionally travels. Mom also works from home on some days so you will need to be comfortable with her being around on occasion. Dad has a business and typically works longer hours. Please note that we have a small, non-shedding dog who is now 12 and mostly keeps to himself but will need to be let out a couple of times a day. Job Highlights - Double the fun and giggles with twin girls - Vehicle provided to travel to activities - Our community features a lovely private lake for residents which is a wonderful place to spend summer days with our daughters Please send a resume and cover letter outlining why you are the best person to care for our daughters to ***@*** Please also confirm that you would be able to start in May 2018.