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Vacation Babysitters New Plymouth, Taranaki (Contact for Free)

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Taegan Bowers
New Plymouth, Taranaki

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Member since: Mar 2025

Hey everyone, I am recently new to New Zealand and I am looking to continue my work as a baby sitter.

Hello, My name is Taegan and I am currently studying to become a police officer in Australia. I graduated high school In 2022 and I am excited to begin my future. I have recently returned from living in Japan for 3 months working as a snowboarding instructor. I was born in New Zealand however, moved to Australia at a young age due to my dad's work. I am an outgoing and loving person, I love being social and around family and friends. I strive to do my best in all things I try and I do not give up. I am a happy and enjoy being around people that enjoy doing the same activities as me. In my free time I hang out with my family and friends, either outside at the beach or the swimming pools. I use my free time to study and prepare for my upcoming events and other important things I may have. I always try and have an equal balance between social and professional life. I have many years experience with baby sitting and looking after kids of all ages. I have been babysitting a one year old girl, a 3 year old girl and a 5 year old girl. I have also got experience with older kids around 10 and 12 years old. When I babysit we often go for walks, ride scooters to the park and play at the park. I occasionally pick up and drop off at school and kindergarten. We do arts and craft throughout the day and make cute little things for their parents. I have experience with children and their overnight routines for the young ones that may wake up throughout the night.

Babysitter, 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
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

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 New Plymouth for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 4 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 3 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Comedy
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Writing

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Kate Mary Fevre

Kate Mary Fevre
New Plymouth, Taranaki

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Member since: Aug 2024

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)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Arvo

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 16 months experience working with children
    • First aid training
  • 16 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have worked with children since I was 16 years old. I am now 39 years old. I am trained in first add, and I am experienced with children with special needs, having worked as a support worker before . I love animals and I am comfortable with any pets.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts

Contact Kate For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand (Updated 6 Sep 2025)

New Plymouth babysitters are paid an average of $26.54 per hour as of September 2025, which is 5.9% higher than the New Zealand average of $25.06. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
New Plymouth:
$24.13 $26.54 $28.96
New Zealand:
$22.78 $25.06 $27.34

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 😊

Don't know how much to pay? See our parents' guide to babysitting pay rates



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Vacation Babysitter

Follow these handy tips when hiring a vacation babysitter so everyone can get the most out of your family holiday.

1. Start your search early

Traveling babysitters are in high demand, so begin looking several months before your trip.

2. Choose someone with travel experience

Ask if they’ve traveled with families before and are comfortable with airports, hotels, and long days.

3. Check passports and paperwork

Ensure the babysitter has a valid passport, visas (if needed), and is comfortable with any travel requirements.

4. Discuss schedules and expectations

Be clear about when you’ll need childcare versus family time, so boundaries are understood.

5. Cover all expenses upfront

Agree on who pays for flights, accommodations, meals, and any extras before the trip.

6. Set pay rates clearly

Holiday babysitting often involves long hours; discuss a fair daily or weekly rate plus overtime if needed.

7. Review responsibilities

Clarify whether the sitter will supervise only in the hotel/villa or accompany your children on excursions.

8. Do a trial run at home

Have the sitter spend time with your kids before the trip to build trust and routine familiarity.

9. Check adaptability

Make sure they’re flexible with changes, new environments, and possible travel hiccups.

10. Trust and comfort are key

Since you’ll be spending extended time together, choose someone you not only trust with your children but also feel comfortable traveling with.

See our parents' guide to vacation babysitting for more detailed information.


Vacation Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing vacation babysitter candidates to narrow down your list.

Travel Readiness

  • Have you ever traveled with a family before? What was your role?
  • Do you have a valid passport (and visas if required)?
  • Are you comfortable with airports, flights, and adjusting to new environments?
  • How do you handle long travel days or jet lag?

Childcare Experience

  • What ages of children have you cared for while traveling?
  • How do you keep kids entertained in hotels, airplanes, or on long car rides?
  • Are you comfortable supervising children at pools, beaches, or tourist attractions?
  • How would you handle a child becoming homesick or overwhelmed on vacation?

Responsibilities & Flexibility

  • Are you open to both daytime and evening shifts while traveling?
  • How do you balance giving parents alone time with including you in family activities?
  • What types of activities or outings are you comfortable managing on your own with the kids?
  • How flexible are you if plans change last minute?

Safety & Health

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency in a foreign country?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication if needed?
  • How do you ensure children’s safety in unfamiliar environments?

Pay & Expenses

  • What is your preferred rate for travel babysitting (daily/weekly)?
  • Are you comfortable with travel arrangements (flights, accommodations, meals) being covered by the family?
  • Do you expect overtime pay for late-night care?
  • How do you prefer payments to be handled during the trip?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about traveling with children?
  • How do you keep calm and positive when travel gets stressful?
  • Why are you interested in traveling as a babysitter?
  • What makes you a good fit for our family and this trip?