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Samara Read
Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui

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Last seen: 6 days ago Member since: Apr 2026

Fun loving Registered Teacher

Would love to look after your children, be them human or not, can do chores etc as well.

I'm reliable, trustworthy, and individualized my care to meet your needs

Valentine's Day Babysitter, 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)
Teenagers (13+ 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
Before school care
Preparing school lunches
After school care
Help with homework
Care for sick children
Administering medications
Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

Special event babysitting
Corporate functions babysitting
Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

Home daycare
- School holiday daycare
- Extended hours

I can provide special needs care

Care for special needs kids
- Food allergies
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
- Anxiety disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Down syndrome
- Intellectual disabilities
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy / tics
- Physical disabilities
- Deaf / hard of hearing
- Visual impairments
- Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

Housekeeping
Laundry / washing
Grocery shopping
Running errands

I can do tutoring

Tutoring
- Primary school tutoring
- Reading writing
- Maths tutoring
- Science tutoring
- Computers / coding
- Cooking lessons
- Art lessons

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

Dogs
Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

Feeding
Pet playtime
Daily exercise for your pet
24/7 supervision
Cleaning litter boxes
Cleaning cages / bedding
Transporting pets
Care for puppies
Care for senior dogs
Care for kittens
Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / 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 daycare (at my place during the day)
Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

I can do house sitting

House sitting
- Collecting mail / packages
- Watering plants
- Taking trash bins in / out
- Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
- Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

Yard work
Cleaning
Car washing / cleaning
Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

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:

26 years experience working with children
- I'm a parent
- CPR training
- First aid training
- First aid training for babies
- I carry a first aid kit
- Asthma training
- Anaphylaxis training
- Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)

5 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 42 years old
- Police check
- Driver's license
- I have a car
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Permanent resident
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English

Qualified registered primary teacher

My skills and interests:

Singing
Comedy
Reading / storytelling
Drawing / painting
Arts / crafts
Games
Nature
Animals
Gardening
Cooking
Computers

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Parent helper

Nanny

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How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

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Select the Services You Need

Do you need childcare services?

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Do you need pet sitting services?

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (at sitters place)

Do you need dog walking services?

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Your location

Your full name

Your email (remains private)

I agree to the Kidsit Terms. I am 18+ years, or 16/17 years and have permission from my parent or guardian to use this website.

Babysitting Pay Rates Feilding, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand (Updated 27 Apr 2026)

Feilding babysitters are paid an average of $25.03 per hour as of May 2026, which is 7.6% higher than the Manawatū-Whanganui average of $23.27, and 0.5% higher than the New Zealand average of $24.90. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Feilding.
1 Kid	2 Kids	3+ Kids
Feilding:
$22.75	$25.03	$27.30
Manawatū-Whanganui:
$21.15	$23.27	$25.38
New Zealand:
$22.64	$24.90	$27.17

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 Valentine's Day Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a Valentine's Day babysitter so you can enjoy a romantic evening while knowing your kids are in safe hands.

1. Book early

Valentine’s Day is a high-demand night for babysitters, so secure someone well in advance.

2. Expect holiday rates

Babysitters often charge extra for special occasions, so budget for a premium.

3. Choose someone trusted

Go with a sitter your kids already know, or someone with strong references if it’s their first time.

4. Confirm late-night availability

Make sure the sitter is comfortable staying until your return, even if it’s late.

5. Share bedtime routines

Provide clear instructions for dinner, storytime, and bedtime so the evening runs smoothly.

6. Leave fun activities

Stock up on games, crafts, or a movie to keep the kids entertained while you’re out.

7. Plan a simple dinner for kids

Prepare or order something easy the babysitter can serve without stress.

8. Leave emergency contacts

Give them your number, backup contacts, and any medical details they might need.

9. Set house rules

Be clear on snacks, screen time, and bedtime flexibility.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re working on a date night, consider a bonus, chocolates, or a thank-you note.

See our parents' guide to Valentine's Day babysitting for more detailed information.

Valentine's Day Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing Valentine's Day babysitter candidates so you can enjoy a stress-free date night knowing your kids are well cared for.

Experience & Background

Have you babysat on holidays or special occasions before (like Valentine’s Day)?
What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
Are you comfortable caring for multiple children at once?
How do you usually keep kids entertained in the evening?

Availability & Flexibility

Are you available to work late into the evening if needed?
Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
How do you feel about working on Valentine’s Day, when many sitters are in demand?

Care & Routines

How do you handle dinnertime and bedtime routines when parents are out late?
Are you comfortable preparing and serving a simple meal or snacks?
How do you keep kids calm and happy if they miss us while we’re out?
Would you plan activities (games, crafts, movie night) to make the evening fun?

Safety & Emergencies

Are you CPR and first aid certified?
How would you handle an emergency if we’re not immediately reachable?
What steps would you take if a child refuses to go to bed or becomes upset?

Communication & Reliability

How do you usually keep parents updated while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
What’s your backup plan if something prevents you from coming at the last minute?
Are you comfortable working later than planned if our evening runs long?

Personality & Fit

What do you enjoy most about babysitting on special occasions?
How do you balance keeping the night fun but still structured?
Why do you think you’d be a great fit for our family on Valentine’s Day?