As a 17-year-old, I have experience caring for toddlers, grade-schoolers and teenagers. I'm a responsible, calm, and caring babysitter who loves engaging kids through drawing, reading, crafting, and fun games. I'm comfortable with pets, cooking, chores, and even helping with homework. With a driver's license and a car, I'm able to provide transportation if needed. I'm excited to help take care of your family and look forward to meeting you.
Expert Care for Your Little Ones: Lifeguard-Trained Babysitter at Your Service!
I’m excited to introduce myself as a passionate and dedicated babysitter with a strong background in working with children. Here’s a bit about why I love babysitting, my skills, and my experience:
Why I Love Babysitting:
I genuinely enjoy spending time with children. Every day is a new adventure filled with laughter and creativity. I love creating a safe and fun environment where kids can explore, learn, and grow. Watching them develop new skills and confidence is incredibly rewarding.
My Skills
Safety First: As a certified lifeguard, I prioritize safety in all activities. I’m trained in first aid and CPR, ensuring peace of mind for parents.
Engaging Activities: I have a knack for organizing fun and educational activities that keep children entertained while fostering their development.
Strong Communication: I believe in maintaining open communication with both children and parents to ensure everyone’s needs are met.
Experience
Lifeguard: I have extensive experience supervising children and adults in various aquatic environments, teaching them the importance of safety and swimming skills.
Babysitting: I have been a babysitter for two years, caring for children of different ages. This experience has equipped me with the ability to handle a wide range of situations with patience and understanding.
Swim Instructor: For three months, I worked as a swim instructor, teaching kids essential swimming techniques and water safety in a fun and engaging way.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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School holidays
Public holidays
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
17 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
Anaphylaxis training
Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
15 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
General credentials:
Email verified
38 years old
Police check
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
I completed an Early Childhood diploma with honours and an Early Childhood Leadership Degree at George Brown College. And I have been working in the Child Care and Early Years sector for over 17 years. I also have a passion for advocacy specifically for vulnerable, equity seeking-deserving, and marginalized people.
Hey there! My name is Katerina, and I recently graduated high school with honours. I'm looking for opportunities to babysit throughout the summer and during holidays. I provide much more than just babysitting, including arts and crafts, creative play, tutoring, outdoor excursions, etc. I've worked with children for many years - check out my credentials to learn more!
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20/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)
Up to 3 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
Help with homework
Care for twins/multiples
I'm available for events
Special event babysitting
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry / washing
Running errands
I can do tutoring
Tutoring
Other services I can provide
Cleaning
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Richmond Hill for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
5 years experience working with children
CPR training
I carry a first aid kit
General credentials:
Email verified
18 years old
Driver's license
Emergency car access
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Russian
I've worked with kids in gymnastics coaching for 5 years, and have experience with young children among family friends. I took babysitting and home alone courses, as well as CPR training. I provide arts and crafts activities as well as tutoring if necessary. I graduated high school as an honours student and am eager to attend McMaster University for Health Sciences in the fall.
Hello, I understand that nothing is more important than your child’s/pet's safety, happiness, and well-being. That’s why I provide dependable, nurturing, and engaging babysitting and pet sitting services tailored to meet your family’s unique needs.
Whether you’re heading to work, planning a night out, or simply need a helping hand, you can count on me to provide loving care, playful learning, and peace of mind.
Let me take care of your little ones, so you can take care of everything else.
Babysitting Pay Rates Vaughan, ON, Canada (Updated 11 Jan 2026)
Vaughan babysitters are paid an average of $21.84 per hour as of January 2026, which is 6.7% higher than the Ontario average of $20.47, and 8.1% higher than the Canadian average of $20.20. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Vaughan.
1 Kid
2 Kids
3+ Kids
Vaughan:
$19.85
$21.84
$23.82
Ontario:
$18.61
$20.47
$22.33
Canada:
$18.36
$20.20
$22.03
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