Meet Chantal: A babysitter in Aspendale, VIC

A little about me:

I am a wife of 23 years and a proud mother to two wonderful sons, aged 15 and 21. My youngest is currently in Year 10, while my eldest is studying and working full-time. Both are highly independent young men.

Twenty-two years ago, I discovered the Montessori philosophy and immediately fell in love with its holistic approach to education, independence, and respect for the child. I not only raised both of my sons using Montessori principles but also worked as a Montessori educator and teacher for over 21 years with children from birth to six

years of age before relocating to Melbourne.

Over the past 28 years, I have worked with children ranging from newborns to teenagers in both professional and personal capacities, including roles as a nanny, babysitter, au pair, family day care provider, Montessori teacher, and parent facilitator. I also spent two years in the United States as a live-in au pair caring full-time for five children, including two-year-old twins and children aged 5, 7, and 11.

Throughout my career, I have found immense joy and fulfilment in helping children feel safe, valued, capable, and loved. I believe my ability to genuinely connect with children and see them as the unique individuals they are has enabled me to build strong relationships with children and families alike. Supporting and serving others has always been at the heart of who I am.

I provide professional, attentive, and engaging care tailored to each child's individual needs.

✅ Available All Day Saturdays & Saturday Evenings

✅ Full Availability Throughout the Upcoming School Holidays

My services include:

👶 Newborn & Infant Care

• Bottle preparation and feeding

• Settling and sleep routines

• Nappy changes and hygiene care

• Monitoring developmental milestones

🧒 Childcare & Development

• Age-appropriate educational and developmental activities

• Arts, crafts, sensory play and creative activities

• Reading, homework assistance and learning support

• Outdoor play and active engagement

🛁 Daily Care

• Meal and snack preparation

• Feeding assistance

• Bathing and bedtime routines

• Nap scheduling and supervision

🚗 Outings & Activities

• Parks and playground visits

• Library visits

• School holiday excursions

• Community activities and age-appropriate adventures

🏡 Household Duties Related to Childcare

• Tidying children's play areas and bedrooms

• Washing and sterilising bottles

• Children's laundry (at extra cost)

• General organisation of children's belongings

• Maintaining clean and safe play environments

Qualifications & Certifications:

✔ Working With Children Check (WWCC)

✔ Current First Aid Certificate

✔ CPR Certified

✔ Anaphylaxis Management Certified

✔ Asthma Management Certified

Excellent references available upon request.

Thank you for your time.

Kind regards

Chantal