Home Child Care Providers perform a range of caregiving and household support duties:

• Supervise and care for children in private households or own residence
• Bathe, dress, and feed infants and children
• Prepare infant formula and change diapers
• Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for children
• Support emotional, social, and behavioural development
• Organize educational and recreational activities appropriate to age
• Transport children to school, daycare, and appointments
• Maintain daily activity logs and health records
• Follow parental instructions and household routines
• Provide overnight or live-in care when required
• Support foster care responsibilities under agency supervision (if applicable)

These are the typical employment requirements and qualifications for this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school may be required.
• Formal training in child care, early childhood education, or a related field may be required.
• Previous experience in child care or household management is often required.
• First aid and CPR certification may be required by employers.
• Demonstrated ability to care for children and manage household routines is essential.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Background checks and reference verification are commonly required.
• Live-in caregivers may need to meet additional employer-specific requirements.
• Foreign-trained applicants may require credential assessment for immigration purposes.
• Eligibility for caregiver immigration programs depends on job offer, work experience, and language requirements.