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I'm Ivory

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Hi! My name is Ivory ๐Ÿ˜Š Iโ€™m a Canadian studying Teacher Education at the University of Canterbury. Iโ€™ve worked as a nanny in Canada for 6 years and am looking for a family (or two) who value intentional, reliable, and thoughtful care. Iโ€™d love to build a meaningful connection while Iโ€™m here in New Zealand. ๐ŸŒŸ What I offer โ€ข Experience with all ages, including twins and children with disabilities โ€ข First Aid & Police Check certified โ€ข Focus on nature, creativity, and consistent routines ๐ŸŽ’ A day with me might include โ€ข Outdoor adventures, parks, library visits, swimming, or seasonal outings โ€ข Arts & crafts, sensory play, baking, and simple science fun ๐Ÿ’– My approach โ€ข Encouraging independence and confidence โ€ข Supporting empathy, boundaries, and emotional awareness through gentle guidance ๐Ÿงบ Happy to help with โ€ข Light cleaning, laundry, dishes, meal prep โ€ข School pick-up and drop-off ๐Ÿ“… Availability Seeking part-time work (10โ€“20 hrs/week), mainly after-school care. Due to teaching placement, Iโ€™m available after 4pm weekdays, with flexibility for mornings, evenings, and some weekends. If this sounds like a good match, Iโ€™d love to hear from you! References available. Looking forward to meeting your family ๐Ÿ’›

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About

I love getting messy with kids or creating sensory activities... slime and explosions, and home made play-dough are my go to. I also love getting out of the house and going for walks/bikes going to the park or engaging with the other neighbourhood kids.

Availability

Looking for something part time (10-20hour a week max) Looking to provide primarily afterschool care Monday-Friday

General Information

Last Logged In

3 days ago

Location

Christchurch

Travel Distance

15km (max.)

English Fluent

Yes

Smoker

No

Driver Licence Type

Full

Has Own Transport

No

Police Check Available

Yes

Okay with Pets

Yes

Education Level

University / Polytech Graduate

Education Provider

Athabasca University

Interests & Hobbies

I love cooking, reading, meditation, hiking, and cross country skiing

Childcare Information

Summary of Experience

I have been working as a nanny for the last 6 years in Canada. I also have experience with Forest Education, Early Years, and lifeguarding, and I am interested in Waldorf/Montessori style parenting ๐ŸŒฒ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ’ฆ

Experience

6 years experience

Ages Experience

Infants (3 months - 1 year), Toddlers (1-4 years) and Children (4-11 years)

Will Care For

3 Children (max.)

Overnight Stays

Yes

Willing to Live In

No

Experience with Multiples

Yes

Additional Capabilities

Care for Pets, Carpooling, Collect Mail, Cooking/Meal Preparation and Homework Help... show all

Activities

Arts & Crafts, Baking, Bikes & Trikes, Dress Ups and Farm Visits... show all

Services & Rates

Ivory offers the following Childcare services

Babysitting

30 - 35 / hour

Nannying

30 - 35 / hour

Home Based Childcare

30 - 35 / hour

My Schedule

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