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Chloé De Raucourt
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2023

Welcome message:

Sure, I'd be happy to help you with that! Here's an introduction highlighting your babysitting skills, qualifications, and experience:

Hello! My name is Chloé , and I am thrilled to introduce myself as a highly experienced and qualified babysitter. With 2 years of dedicated experience, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges that come with caring for children.

My qualifications include relevant certifications or training programs, which have equipped me with valuable skills such as CPR and first aid. I am well-versed in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their well-being at all times.

Furthermore, my experience spans across various age groups, from infants to teenagers, allowing me to adapt to the specific needs and preferences of each child. I take pride in my ability to engage children in fun and educational activities, fostering their creativity and growth.

In addition to my technical skills, I am a patient and compassionate individual, always making an effort to establish a strong bond with the children I care for. I am an excellent communicator, which helps me effectively address any concerns or questions both with the children and their parents.

Above all, I genuinely love working with children and find immense joy in being a positive influence in their lives. You can trust that when your little ones are under my care, they will receive the utmost attention, care, and support.

Thank you for considering me as your babysitter. I am excited to meet you and your family and provide a safe and enriching experience for your children!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $40/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
  • 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
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

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

  • 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:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Chinese, French, and Spanish
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

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

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Hitanshi Bhirud
Toronto, ON

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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

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Donna Charles

Donna Charles
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Aug 2025

Early Childhood Educator

I am calm, patient and easy going. Hoping to provide you with the best child care services you need.

Babysitter, Parent helper $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for special needs kids

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

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:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • 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:
    • 38 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

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.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Fitness
  • Nature

Contact Donna For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Dhruv Kumar

Dhruv Kumar
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2025

Warm and welcoming

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.

Babysitter, Parent helper $25/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 3 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
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

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

  • 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:

  • 4 months experience working with children
    • Anaphylaxis training
  • 15 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 29 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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

Contact Dhruv For Free

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Childcare

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Habi Traore

Habi Traore
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Transporting kids
  • 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
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions 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.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Habi For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Angela Cordeiro

Angela Cordeiro
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Finding the perfect nanny for you!

About my self. I love children, and would enjoy being a part of a family as a nanny/ or child care provider, I am reliable and have a kind loving personality, I can do activities and provide safe nurturing environment for all children I care for. I love communicating with the family,, which helps me effectively address any concerns or questions both with the children and their parents. Above all, I genuinely love working with children and find great joy in being a positive influence in their lives. You can trust your children will receive the utmost attention, care, and support.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • 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

I'm available for events:

  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, 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
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • 20 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 54 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Italian
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Angela For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Shawn Hutchinson
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Hi Everyone

I look forward to working, for you and haveing a nice day.

Babysitter $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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • 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

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

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

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from 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
  • 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
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • 47 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Shawn For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Maryam A

Maryam A
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 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
  • Full meals
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • 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
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

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:

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
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Arabic, and Turkish
    • Email verified

I have many skills

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

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

Contact Maryam For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Anissa Rodrigues Esteves
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Looking for a part-time job as a nanny/tutor for afternoon care

Hii there 👋 my name is Anissa, and i'm passionate about working with kids. Since its just me and my mom i have gained immense experience caring for younger kids, i have two sibling ages of 2 and 12, which has taught me patience, responsibility and how to handle different stages of childhood while also having fun at the same time. I love spending time with kids, keeping them entertained, helping with homework, supporting their learning in a way that works best for them. My goal is to always create a safe, positive, and fun environment where kids can grow, learn and feel cared for.

I'm energetic, reliable and excited to bring my experience and positive attitude to your family. Cant wait to meet you and your little ones 💗

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $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)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light 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

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, 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
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Anaphylaxis training
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Portuguese
    • Email verified

Just graduated from high-school but i for the past 4 years i have been doing babysitting as well as camp councillor for the past 2 summer, my last police report check was 2 years ago and i get certified every year with CPR and first aid as i have 2 year old sister at home.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Arts/crafts
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Anissa For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Jayakrishnan Kovilakam

Jayakrishnan Kovilakam
Bowmanville, ON

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Hi there

Hello, I’m Jayakrishnan I’m a 25 years old student that has a love for children. I’ve had quite a number of babysitting experiences as I have a 4 nephews and I look after them. I am a kind, caring and supportive person that always puts the interest of people especially little kids first. You can be a hundred percent assured that the safety and priority of your child comes first to me.

Babysitter $20/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 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

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 neighboring suburbs/towns of Bowmanville 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
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 1 month experience working with children
  • 8 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 26 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Hindi, and Tamil
    • Email verified

Completed animation and graphic Design

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Jayakrishnan For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Toronto, ON, Canada (Updated 13 Sep 2025)

Toronto babysitters are paid an average of $23.44 per hour as of September 2025, which is 10.8% higher than the Ontario average of $21.15, and 15.1% higher than the Canadian average of $20.37. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Toronto:
$21.31 $23.44 $25.57
Ontario:
$19.23 $21.15 $23.08
Canada:
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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Special Needs Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a special needs babysitter so you can feel confident your child will be safe, supported, and happy.

1. Look for relevant experience

Choose babysitters who have worked with children with similar diagnoses, behaviors, or medical needs.

2. Check training and certifications

Ask about CPR, first aid, and any specialized training (e.g., administering medication, ABA therapy, seizure response).

3. Ask detailed questions

Discuss how they would handle meltdowns, medical emergencies, or communication challenges.

4. Request references

Speak to families of children with special needs they’ve cared for before.

5. Arrange a meet-and-greet

Observe how they interact with your child and whether they connect in a patient, caring way.

6. Be clear about routines

Provide written instructions for meals, bedtime, medications, and calming strategies.

7. Communicate about triggers and supports

Share sensory sensitivities, behavioral strategies, and comfort items.

8. Confirm reliability

Ensure they can commit to consistent care and handle unexpected situations calmly.

9. Start with short sessions

Begin with trial sittings so your child and babysitter can build trust gradually.

10. Trust your instincts

Choose someone who shows genuine empathy, patience, and respect for your child’s individuality.


Special Needs Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing special needs babysitter candidates to help you find someone who’s skilled, patient, and the right fit for your child.

Experience & Background

  • What experience do you have caring for children with special needs?
  • Have you worked with children who have [your child’s specific condition, e.g., autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy]?
  • How do you adapt your caregiving style to different needs and abilities?
  • Can you share an example of a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it?

Skills & Training

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • Have you had training in behavior management, sensory support, or therapies (ABA, speech, occupational)?
  • Are you comfortable assisting with mobility equipment, feeding tubes, or other medical supports?
  • Are you willing to learn specific care techniques unique to my child?

Communication

  • How do you communicate with children who use alternative methods (signs, devices, gestures)?
  • How do you handle situations where a child has difficulty expressing their needs or emotions?
  • How do you communicate updates and concerns with parents?

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  • How would you handle a medical emergency, seizure, or allergic reaction?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication, if needed?
  • How do you ensure safety during outings, play, or transitions?

Routines & Behavior

  • How do you approach meltdowns, overstimulation, or behavioral challenges?
  • Are you comfortable following strict routines, or do you prefer flexibility?
  • How do you encourage independence while keeping the child safe?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about working with children with special needs?
  • What qualities make you a good fit for our family and our child?
  • How do you stay patient and positive in stressful situations?