Meet Chloe: A nanny and babysitter in Brighton, VIC

Availability - I'm currently working a few casual gigs, at x2 cafes and with x2 families, so my availability changes week to week. This may be suitable for people who need short-term or ad hoc help, but I'm also open to discussing committing to specific days of the week with those wanting full day care for little ones. My hourly rate depends on the hours, number and ages of the kids, and if you'd like housework done as well (which I'm more than happy to do).

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Hey there,

My name is Chloe and I've been nannying/babysitting for many years around the Bayside area. I nannied full-time for two separate families between June 2017 and August 2019 whilst completing my undergraduate studies, and have babysat for various families in the area since 2016. I'm currently working casually with two families, with the ages of the children ranging from 8 months to 8 years.

I grew up in a big extended family (on both sides), and have always been surrounded by kids, toddlers and babies. I studied Nursing/Midwifery for a year after school, and whilst this wasn't the career for me in the end, I learnt a great deal in that year. I'm still very interested in childhood development and love getting to know kids of all ages; I think they can teach you great perspective and how to enjoy the little things in life. I also became an Auntie in Nov 2023 and have been helping my brother and SIL out with the little one ever since, so I’m very comfortable with babies and toddlers! My gorgeous niece is now 2.5 :)

I'm involved in a school tutoring program for children living in the Collingwood and Richmond commission housing through Operation Stitches and am finding this extremely rewarding to be a part of. I tutor two Year 6 kids and it's been fantastic to watch them grow in both confidence and skills throughout the school year.

A bit about me - I love to get out in nature as much as possible, enjoy gardening and tending to my ridiculous amount of indoor plants! I'm a huge animal lover, and volunteer with a rescue organisation which I absolutely love; they have a farm sanctuary in the Yarra Valley which I try to get to once a month. I also love to cook, head on walks with my 8 yo dog and I certainly get around a board game!

I normally work in corporate sustainability but have decided to take time out of this career after being made redundant and I want to be transparent that I'm moving to the Netherlands in April of next year. Due to this I'm not a suitable match for families who are looking for a long-term commitment. I respect that many families want a long-term relationship built with their children, so it's best to be honest about my plans for next year!

I have a WWCC, Police Check and First Aid and am happy to provide all of this to you if you'd like. I can also provide you with references, both current and past families.

Feel free to get in touch! Thanks, Chloe