Baby sitter/Childcare Assistant

Location: Savannah/Newlands BT, Cayman Islands Hourly Rate: CI $8.75 – $10.00 (based on experience) Employment Type: Part-Time (Afternoons, Evenings & Occasional Weekends) Work Permit: Shared permit possible Position Overview We are seeking a caring, responsible, and proactive babysitter to provide attentive care for a 2-year-old girl child (turning 3 in July). The ideal candidate will support the child’s early development through engaging, educational, and nurturing activities while maintaining a safe and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Development

• Plan and engage the child in age-appropriate activities to promote:

o Fine motor skills development o Alphabet recognition o Early reading and writing skills o Number identification and counting

• Encourage creativity, play-based learning, and social development
• Maintain a consistent routine and supportive environment

Daily Care

• Pick up and care for the child after preschool
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks on time
• Ensure proper hygiene, rest time, and overall well-being
• Provide full-day care (approximately 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM) when the child is sick or unable to attend preschool

Household Support (Child-Focused)

• Light housekeeping twice weekly, including:

o Sweeping and mopping floors o Laundry (washing, folding, and packing away) o Minimal ironing o Washing child’s dishes

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the child’s room
• Periodic deeper cleaning tasks, including:

o Dusting windows and fans (monthly) o Deep cleaning of refrigerator (every 3 months) o Other duties may arise and be included

Additional Duties

• Run occasional errands such as grocery shopping (if required)
• Assist during preschool breaks (e.g., summer), with potential for additional hours

Work Schedule

• Primarily afternoons and evenings
• Occasional weekends
• Full-day shifts required when child is unwell or during school breaks

Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous childcare or babysitting experience; minimum of 3-5 years preferred
• Genuine love for working with young children
• Ability to create engaging and educational activities
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable
• Punctual and reliable
• Strong communication skills:

o Clear spoken English o Ability to read and understand written instructions

• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Physically able to keep up with an active toddler
• Minimal use of electronic devices (phone, tablet, iPad, TV, etc.) to entertain child
• Minimal use of phone when caretaking child

Additional Preferred Qualities

• Valid Cayman Islands driver’s license, current insurance and own reliable vehicle (highly preferred due to limited public transport)

o Gas allowance can be discussed and agreed if errands, such as grocery runs are required

• Basic knowledge of child nutrition and meal preparation
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Patient, nurturing, and attentive personality
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Flexible and adaptable schedule

Eligibility

• Caymanians preferred
• Applicants must have legal right to work in the Cayman Islands (e.g., Caymanian, Permanent Resident, or married to a Caymanian) will be given preference

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: CI $8.75 – $10.00 (based on experience)
• Flexible, part-time schedule
• Potential for increased hours during school breaks
• Gas allowance (if applicable and agreed upon)