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Jana

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Work Eligibility:  Sponsorship required

Present Work Status:   Since January 2017, Jana has supported a French family in Hong Kong with three children, ages 5, 9 and 13 (at commencement).

Relevant Skills and Experience:  Jana is an experienced caregiver for children, with particular experience caring for newborn/infant, toddler and school-age children.  Her prior roles include, supporting (i) a Hong Kong-based couple as a domestic helper and; (ii) a Hong Kong-based family as a caregiver to their newborn child for 20 months.

Jana’s present and past responsibilities include:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, diapering, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.  What Jana enjoys most is accompanying children on playdates and the many opportunities that she has to teach them.  Jana is also experienced in housekeeping.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Jana enjoys being with children that have engaging personalities and find that her genuine love for children is what makes her committed caregiver.  She is a good communicator.  Jana believes that her own experiences as a mother give her more context for the important role a caregiver plays.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Jana holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Availability:  Upon offer

Regional Preference:  Canada

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Emmie B.T.

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Years of Experience: 6 years of experience as a nanny in Singapore and Hong Kong

Present Work Status:   Emmie is presently caring for a toddler child in Hong Kong.

Relevant Skills and Experience:  Emmie is an experienced caregiver for children, with particular experience caring for newborns, infants toddlers.  Her prior childcare roles include, supporting (i) a Hong Kong-based family as a caregiver for their newborn (now-toddler); and (ii) a Singapore-based family as a caregiver for their newborn and 4 years old.   Her past responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.  Emmie is also is experienced in housekeeping.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Emmie seems filled with joy when speaking about the children she cares for and has a strong relationship with her present family.  She believes she is well-suited to support a family with multiple children.  She believes that the most important attributes of caring for young children are:  having lots of energy, being professional and having a good work ethic.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Emmie holds a Caregiver Certificate, Household Services Certificate and a Plumbing Certificate.  She studied Physical Therapy for 3 years at the College of Manila.

Availability:  Upon offer.

Regional Preference:  Canada; Greater Vancouver

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Chana L.

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Work Eligibility: Requires sponsorship.

Relevant Skills and Experience: I am a licensed midwife, with experience caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, which includes supporting: (i) a Hong Kong-based family for the past 2 years, caring for their (now) 4 year old son and their 2 dogs; and (ii) a Hong Kong-based family for 11 months, as a caregiver for their newborn and 5 year old children.  My past responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for the children, including: newborn, infant, toddler and preschool care; bathing, dressing and feeding the children; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.  I resigned from my first position in Hong Kong to return home and tend to a family matter.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:  I genuinely love being a caregiver.  Beyond the physical responsibilities, I look for the joy and laughter in every situation.  I believe that it is important to bring good, positive energy into an environment with children. I enjoy taking care of kids and I like very talkative children.  The boy I take care of  is very talkative – and I when I travel home, I stay in touch with him through WhatsApp.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Midwifery certificate.

Regional Preference:  “I am flexible but Vancouver would be nice.”

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JOY: Full-Time & Driving (VANCOUVER ONLY)

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  • Years of Experience: More than 13 years.
  • Work Eligibility:  Permanent Resident.
  • Present Work Status:   Joy is interested in a full-time role with a Vancouver family.  Her most recent family has school-age children and, therefore, no longer in need of full-time support.
  • Prior Roles: For the past 4 years, Joy has cared for 2 boys; at the commencement of the role they were 3 years old and 5 months old.  Prior to this role (2009-2011), she cared for two boys, ages 3 and 5 at the commencement of the role.  From 2007-2009, she cared for a 4.5 year old girl and a 3 year old boy and from 2005-2007, she cared for an 11 month old girl.  Upon her arrival in Canada (2002-2005), she worked as a live-in caregiver and cared  for two children:  a 14 month old boy and a 3 year old girl.  Her responsibilities across these roles have included the physical care and emotional well-being of the children, including:  feeding, bathing, diapering, dressing, potty-training support, meal preparation and engaging them in play and developmental activities. Joy’s responsibilities have also included driving and accompanying children to activities and organizing outings and play dates.
    Relevant Skills and Experience:   Joy has extensive experience working caring for children of all ages, from infancy through school-age.  She is extremely knowledgeable about caring for children in the context of Vancouver and is a valued member of each family that she supports.
  • Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:  Joy is very kind, energetic, and very engaging with children and parents alike.  She is passionate about caring for children and has a depth of experience that has proven extremely valuable to her past employers.
  • Certifications & Additional Skills:   CPR; Driver’s Licence.
  • Availability:  Full-Time
    Regional Preference:  City of Vancouver
  • Hourly Rate:  (Please Request)

MARIA A. – Mondays Only

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  • Work Eligibility: Permanent Resident
  • Years of Experience: 14 years of experience as a caregiver and housekeeper.
    Present Work Status:   Maria is available for on-call childcare and housekeeping support.
    Relevant Skills and Experience:  Maria is an experienced caregiver for children and the elderly with particular experience caring for infants.  Her prior roles include supporting: (i) a Vancouver-based family as a caregiver for their child (6 months at commencement) for 4 years; (ii) a 94 year old client in West Vancouver for 5 years; (ii) a Vancouver-based family as a caregiver for their child (1 year old at commencement); and (ii) a Taiwan-based family as a caregiver for their 3 children (newborn at commencement) for 6 years.  Her past childcare responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for the child, including: newborn, infant and toddler care; bathing, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of the child; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for the children; instructing the children in in personal hygiene and social development; and taking the children to and from school, appointments and activities.  Maria Cecilia also is experienced in housekeeping.  As a caregiver for the elderly, Maria’s responsibilities have included:  accompanying client to medical appointments; preparing nutritious meals; grocery shopping; bathing, dressing and personal grooming; performing household-related errands; housekeeping and laundry; changing bed linens; monitoring day-to-day condition of the client; assisting with administering medication and accompanying clients to activities and day programs.
  • Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Maria is patient and dedicated to her assignments. She has a strong work ethic, values honesty and faces challenges with a positive attitude.
    Certifications & Additional Skills:   First Aid, CPR & FoodSafe; Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Banking (Philippines)
  • Availability:  Mondays; Evening babysitting.
  • Regional Preference:  Greater Vancouver

JUDITH C.: Sponsorship Required (Twins experience; also speaks Spanish; Driver)

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The following caregiver is a Temporary Foreign Worker, PRESENTLY IN CANADA and in need of a new employer/sponsor under as an In-Home Caregiver.

  • Work Eligibility:  Sponsorship required
  • Present Work Status:   Judith is available to support a local family; sponsorship required.
  • Relevant Skills and Experience:  Judith is an experienced caregiver for young children, with particular experience caring for children, newborn to 5 years old.  Judith also has experience caring for infant twins.  In her most recent role, she supported a North Vancouver family as a live-in caregiver for their infant twins and toddler (3 children in total). In Mexico, she worked at a Montessori school for 5 years, caring for and teaching children, ages 2 to 5.  Her past responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.
  • Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Judith has a genuine love for children and is dedicated to providing them with highest level of care.  Excellence is her standard.
  • Certifications & Additional Skills:   Judith studied Computer Systems Engineering at Chihuahua University; She has also studied early childhood education in Mexico; Judith holds a Canadian Driver’s License.
  • Availability:  Upon offer
  • Regional Preference:  Greater Vancouver

Edna – Richmond (Part-Time, Evenings)

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  • Years of Caregiving Experience:  17 years caregiver experience (7.5 years experience in Canada).
  • Work Eligibility:  Open Work Permit, Permanent Resident
  • Present Work Status:  Edna is working in a full-time role during the day and available 5pm-9pm
  • Relevant Skills and Prior Experience:  For almost 4  years, Edna has supported a young family in Richmond as a live-in caregiver.  She is quite committed to the role, however the family is relocating to Italy.  Edna is unable to relocate with them, as she has a residency requirement that must be satisfied as a permanent resident of Canada.  Prior to her present role, Edna supported a Burnaby-based family.  Before arriving in Canada, Edna supported 2 families in Hong Kong.  From 1993 to 1998, she was a domestic helper and took care of a 7 year old boy and a 6 month old baby (ages at commencement of role).  She was also responsible for caring for the elderly parents of her employers.  Then from 1998 to 2005 she returned to the Philippines to support her own family.  She returned to Hong Kong once more in 2005 and supported a family there by caring for their newborn baby and assuming all domestic responsibilities. She remained with this family until she moved to Canada in 2009 under the live-in caregiver program, to support a Burnaby-based family with twin toddlers, including a special needs child.
  • Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Edna’s experience is solid and she is passionate about supporting families with the highest level of care.  She is searching for a role in which she can invest herself and form a strong connection with the family for a long period of time.  She is competent and has a wide range of experience.  Importantly, she has a glimmering personality and incorporates kindness and compassion into all that she does.
  • Reference excerpts:   “Edna has done so much more than merely supervise my children.  She has been teaching my daughter to draw and to read letters.  She taught my son to cook his own breakfast and lunch to take to school, helping him become independent.”  “Edna has shown great ability to remain calm at all times when dealing with a difficult child or occasional tantrum.”  She has always taken every necessary to protect my children, and I feel no anxiety when she takes the children to the park to play, where I know she will appropriately supervise them and keep them from harm.”
  • Availability:  5pm-9pm Weekedays

Ramona

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  • Years of Experience: 9 years of experience as a nanny in Vancouver; 2 years experience in elder care in Taiwan.
  • Work Eligibility:  Permanent Resident.
  • Present and Recent Caregiver Work:   Ramona is one Kidcoover’s most requested nannies and is concluding a 3 month assignment supporting a Kitsilano-based family, caring for their toddler and infant sons.  She has also recently provided newborn/parent-helper support to a Vancouver-based family.  Prior to this, Ramona was a long-term, live-in nanny with an established family here in Vancouver.  The family returned to Hong Kong in June 2016.
  • Relevant Skills and Experience:  Ramona is highly experienced in maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school and to appointments.
  • Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Ramona has a very positive disposition and very experienced in caring for children.  She has strong communication skills and has extensive familiarity with many stages of development.
  • Certifications & Additional Skills:   She holds a midwifery certificate from The Philippines.
  • Availability:  Full-time and babysitting.
  • Regional Preference:  City of Vancouver