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Rose Kooshki

Rose Kooshki
Burlington, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2023

Welcome message:

I adore kids. I'm reliable, responsible, honest, and caring I've worked with kids for the last 8years at my community center and I love it.also I am mom two kids so I have alot of experience about to carry kids .I'm graduated a bachelor biology at university and I am supervisor at school. I love to cook! I love to draw and do crafts with kids' fluent in persian .

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Help with homework

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Burlington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 39 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Persian
    • Email verified

I am graduated in biology and I am supervisor lunch in school.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Megan Petrovic

Megan Petrovic
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

EXPERIENCED BABY SITTER!

Hello, my name is Megan. I’m an experienced baby and pet sitter, looking to expand my horizons!

I am CPR and first aid certified for all ages.

Babysitter, Parent helper $16 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Mississauga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Serbian
    • Email verified

CPR , FIRST AID TRAINED TO ALL AGES

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Fabiana

Fabiana
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Need a Babysitter?

Hey its Fabi! I’m a Redcross trained babysitter with previous experience sitting for toddlers and school-age kids! I love babysitting and its a great way for me to save for university. I do most of my work during the summer, and I also play rep softball so my availability varies. También soy Venezolana, entonces si necesitas alguien que habla español, no dudes en contactarme! Contact me if you have any questions!

Babysitter $15 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Mississauga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Water safety training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

In the past I’ve worked with children of family friends and pets of family friends as well. I completed the Red Cross babysitter course meaning I have training in CPR, First Aid, and using EpiPens.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Jaclyn Grabovskis

Jaclyn Grabovskis
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

All about my expereince

My name is jaclyn Grabovskis. I like working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school aged children. I am intrested in babysitying and being a nanny.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 26 years old
    • Police check
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I graduted from the early childhood education program at humber college in april 2022.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

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Angelica Blanding

Angelica Blanding
Brampton, ON

Activity summary

Last seen: 1 day ago
Member since: Mar 2025

Reliable, Loving, and Trustworthy Care for Your Little Ones—Both Kids and Pets!

Are you looking for a dependable sitter and walker who will treat your children and pets like family? That’s where I come in! I provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment tailored to their needs. I will also ensure that they are happy and well cared for while you are away.

Babysitter $19 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Brampton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - -

Day

- - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - -

Eve.

- -

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am a high school student attending Mayfield Secondary School. I am also apart of the Vocal Program. I have participated in numerous music competitions, and have received honour roll awards. I am currently receiving piano lessons and vocal lessons. I would say I have a natural flair of artistry :)!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Sumanjeet Kaur

Sumanjeet Kaur
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Passionate caregiver

I have been living in Canada since 2022.i am 25 years old. current enrolled in early childhood education.

Babysitter, Parent helper $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Mississauga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 month experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi
    • Email verified

I am student who is currently enrolled in early childhood education.i have looking for job to handling my expenses.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Cooking
  • Computers

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Manvi Rajpoot

Manvi Rajpoot
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Loving and reliable care for your little ones both kids and pets

I am reliable, patient and attentive person. I would love to help care for your family - both human and furry. I love to cook so yes u can expect a hot meal once you're back home too.

Babysitter, Parent helper $22 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Mississauga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 33 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi
    • Email verified

I am a pharmacy graduate with master's in MBA .had many kids in home and neighborhood whom I have been trusted with for caring hourly and day basis. I am a responsible and loving person. Caring comes naturally to me. I am also a proud dog mom to my 4 baby girls.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Jouelle Grant

Jouelle Grant
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

I’m a 15 year old babysitting

My name is Jouelle I’m a big sister to 7 siblings and have been babysitting them since I was 10. I’m kind caring and have a lot of patience and love being around kids.

Babysitter, Nanny $16 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming

Contact Jouelle For Free

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Hitanshi Bhirud
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Fun and engaging babysitter ready to take care of your family

Hello Parents!

My name is Hitanshi Bhirud, and I am an enthusiastic babysitter ready to provide exceptional care for your children. I have developed a deep understanding of children's needs and how to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for them.

I am certified in CPR and First Aid, ensuring your child's safety is always my top priority. I love engaging kids in creative activities, educational games, and outdoor adventures that not only entertain but also help them learn and grow.

I am available for flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate your busy schedule. Whether you need regular childcare or occasional help, I am here to support your family.

Feel free to reach out to discuss your needs and how I can assist you. I look forward to meeting you and your wonderful children!

Best regards,
Hitanshi

Babysitter, Parent helper $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 2 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 21 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi
    • Email verified

I am a 21 yr old female who just graduated from a diploma in marketing. Along that I am a big sister to my brother who is 8 yrs younger than me. And I have been babysitting him eversince he was born.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Hitanshi For Free

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Shamari Joseph

Shamari Joseph
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Babysitter $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • 4 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Foreign languages

Contact Shamari For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Burlington, ON, Canada (Mar 2025)

Burlington babysitters are paid an average of $18.80 per hour as of March 2025, which is 2.6% lower than the Ontario average of $19.30, and 0.9% higher than the Canadian average of $18.63. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Burlington:
$15.00 $18.80 $25.00
Ontario:
$10.00 $19.30 $50.00
Canada:
$1.00 $18.63 $50.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in Canadian dollars (CAD)


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Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.