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Elizabeth Howard

Elizabeth Howard
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Last seen: 2 hours ago Member since: May 2026

I trustworthiness teen will treat kids and animals like my own

It needs to be a day in advance and I will check your kids and animals like they are my own and you can pay me however much you would like or the requirements of the money that I have put down

Pet sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping

Babysitter $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Care for sick children

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing

My availability

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

I can travel within Rotorua for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

  • 2 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • 17 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

I use to volunteer at the spca but I do not have qualifications for children though but I’m very good with children and pets

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

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Janae Oprey

Janae Oprey
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Patient and empathic sitter!

My name is Janae, i’m 17 and from Tauranga. I have a nephew who is 1 year old. I love children and find i’m kind, patient and empathetic with them. I love arts and crafts and learning new things with children. I find they can teach me lots too! i’m first aid qualified and am planning to study a diploma in emergency health care next year!

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Babysitter, Parent helper $22/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 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

-

Arvo

Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 1 year experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

i have done high school and part of my ECE degree, i have my first aid certificate which includes being able to look after wounds, CPR, anaphylaxis, choking.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Writing

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Mildred Canditt

Mildred Canditt
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2026

I take care of what matters most to you, your children or your pets, with patience, responsibility and a lot of heart.

Hi, I am 19 years old and currently doing a Work and Travel trip in New Zealand. I come from Germany, where I gained a lot of experience working with children. I have supported primary school classes on my days off with projects, trips and creative afternoons, helped with tutoring and organized and supervised children’s programs on weekends.

I grew up in a large house in the countryside in Germany, with playful and cuddly cats and a beautiful garden that I regularly took care of. For the past three years, a dog also been part of my live through my partner, and have enjoyed many long and energetic walks together.

I am patient, motivated responsible and creative, and love spending time outdoors. I enjoy playing with animals, love painting and crafting, and really enjoy diving into the colorful wold of curious and lively children.

I’m looking forward to supporting you and your loved ones. Cheers, Mildred (Milli)

Pet sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $23 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet grooming

Babysitter $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tauranga 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

My credentials

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

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English and German

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Grace Greenway

Grace Greenway
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2026

Welcome message:

Hi, I’m Grace. I’m 16 years old and am currently in my second to last year of college. I’ve been babysitting for family friends and cousins for the past few years and have really enjoyed gaining experience caring for children of a range of different ages.

I’m confident helping with tasks such as preparing meals, tidying up, entertaining the kids, and getting them ready for bed. I’m friendly, responsible, and reliable and do my best to make children feel comfortable and safe when looking after them.

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter $25/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 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tauranga 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

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

Bethlehem College, Year 12 studying NCEA Level 2.

My skills and interests:

  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

Contact Grace For Free

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Childcare

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Margaret Chenery

Margaret Chenery
Papamoa, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2026

Tutoring and Childcare Sorted

Hi mums and dads. My husband and I have raised 2 beautiful and successful boys, both having ADHD. I love engaging and supporting children of all ages to help create and enhance their best potential. I am currently tutoring a few children moving from the primary to intermediate phase and preparing them for the year ahead I also am caring for a range of younger children ages 2 being my youngest and 7, providing stimulating and creative environments for them to grow and enjoy I am a bubbly, fun and engaging person. Providing support to both yourselves and your little ones.

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $25/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Intellectual disabilities

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Papamoa 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

My credentials

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

  • 15 months experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 58 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and Dutch

Degree in Education NZQA level 7 Certificate in Support for children with social and learning disabilities Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Writing

Contact Margaret For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Georgie Simons

Georgie Simons
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2026

Welcome message:

Hello! I’m 16 years old and live in Tauranga, I adore kids and want to pursue a career in paediatric nursing. I’ve been babysitting my little sister and cousins for two years but want to get more experience babysitting and do it more often. I’m a responsible person but I also love to have fun and I would do everything I can to make your child/children feel safe, comfortable and happy. I am police vetted and are currently completing a first aid course.

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $25/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 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tauranga 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

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Writing

Contact Georgie For Free

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Childcare

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Abigail Love

Abigail Love
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Activity summary

Member since: May 2025

Hello hardworking families!

I am Rain (Abigail) Love, an 18 year old university student based in Tauranga. I have a full license, first aid certification and a food safety certificate. I am musical, kind, and calm under pressure. I have experience with children with special needs and can provide quality deescalation techniques. I can tutor in Mathematics, English and Music. I have two dogs and three cats, and have lived with animals my whole life. I also have volunteer experience in caring for animals.

Pet sitting $23 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

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

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $23/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 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel within Tauranga 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 6 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science with a major in mathematics. I have First Aid Certification, a Food Safety certificate, and barista certification.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand (Updated 13 May 2026)

Rotorua pet sitters are paid an average of $22.67 per hour as of May 2026, which is 12.7% higher than the Bay of Plenty average of $20.12, and 6.7% higher than the New Zealand average of $21.24. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Rotorua.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Rotorua $22.67
Bay of Plenty $20.12
New Zealand $21.24

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in New Zealand dollars (NZD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, pet care training, or memberships in professional pet-sitting associations.

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?