Babysitters in Gardenvale, VIC

I am a 46yo female integration aide at a primary school, looking for evening or weekend casual babysitting in the south east Melbourne area. Have previously worked as an aged carer, nanny for four years and in the public service for 18 years. Am kind, creative, joyful and diligent. Excellent references from parents and school.

Experienced, fun babysitter with 3+ years experience. I prioritise creativity, patience, and a love of learning, from silly songs and dance parties to homework support / tutoring and storytime. I'm also happy to prepare meals and tidy up, making life easier for busy parents. Your kids will be engaged, entertained, and well cared for!

Hi there, my name is Charlotte. I am a 19 year old, second year university student. I live locally in Brighton in which I spent 6 years at Firbank Grammer and later moved to graduate from Mentone Grammar. I'm a friendly, bubbly, enthusiastic, and empathetic babysitter with over 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from as young as 9 months to teenagers. I am comfortable with pets, preparing meals & school lunch boxes, chores, and even helping with homework. As a university student, I'm available to provide reliable childcare at your home. I'd be delighted to meet your family and learn more about your needs.

I’m a nurturing, reliable, and energetic nanny with over six years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I’m passionate about fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where children can thrive. I hold a current Working with Children check, First Aid and CPR certification, and a police check. I also have a full driver’s licence, a clean driving record, and my own car. I work with one of Melbourne’s top nanny agencies and come with several excellent references. Based in Edithvale and happy to travel, I’d love the opportunity to support your family with high quality, tailored care.

Hi,! My name is Elle and I’m a 22 year old university student who has five years of experience working with children in a range of roles and environments. Over the years, I have worked as a permanent nanny, worked in a crèche with children aged from 6 weeks to 6 years, and have spent the last two years in Canada nannying and working as a children’s ski school support worker. My main priority is always ensuring that children have a positive and safe experience in my care, while also supporting families in maintaining a well-managed home environment. My goal is to support families and make everyone's lives easier! I'm reliable and proactive, and am happy to assist with daily and nightly routines, activities, meals, school or childcare commitments and the general day-to-day organisation that helps a household run smoothly. I am currently majoring in Child Psychology, which has further developed my interest in children’s development and wellbeing. I hold a full driver’s licence and have my own car, as well as a current Working with Children Check, Police Check and full First Aid qualifications, including infant CPR.

I’m a mum of two young children and have extensive experience caring for children of different ages. I’m also a qualified teacher with a Bachelor of Education and a Master in Teaching English as a Second Language, and I have over 10 years’ experience working with children and families in education. I’m currently a casual EAL/ESL teacher and am in my 2nd year of a Master of Speech Pathology. I’m reliable, nurturing, patient and very comfortable caring for children, including preparing meals, organising activities, helping with routines and schoolwork, and creating a safe and positive environment.

Hi there! I am very excited about meeting and getting to know you. ABOUT ME: I have been providing childcare over the past 22 years. The last 9 of those years, I have been a Nanny. I have worked with many different families: with 1-4 children; twins with a younger sibling, all girls, all boys, brothers & sisters; with an age range of 9mths - 12 years old. As all children & families are different I like to stay adaptable, to meet the needs of the unique situation. Some children are runners, some are quite contemplators, others always need to be crafting and creating big cardboard constructions, while another is quite happy to sit while colouring in and drawing for hours on end. However they all ask questions non stop, lols. And I love that because of their curiosity I learn as well; from having to google the answers to the questions I don’t know, e.g. I now know the oldest living animal is the Greenland shark, and it is guessed to have a lifespan of 250-500 yrs. With the current oldest one guessed to be 300 years old! But I only learned this because one child I looked after LOVED the ocean and all its wonders. :) I find I lean towards the Montessori Method of teaching children. I follow the theme of their current interest for play, games and conversations, and I like to incorporate their current obsession, be it space or dinosaurs into our word & math games and everything else we do together. MORNING ROUTINE; breakfast, lunch boxes, school bag packing, day-care/kinder/school drop offs -For the little ones when at home and not at daycare/kindy. I like to have our week planned. Be it excursions to the zoo, park, an indoor play center, library time or classes that helps their development: that the parents have enrolled them into, or I have found that the Mum’s & Dad’s like; e.g. Gymbaroo, Ready steady go, All Sports etc., to activities we can do at the house like baking or painting or even a playdate with their friend/s. HOUSE MANAGEMENT; groceries, maintenance of pantry & basic medicine (ie expiry dates & organisation), light laundry duties, light house keeping, tiding up after myself & the little ones, keeping the kitchen clean & hygienic, school holiday & pupil free day planning, meal planning, food & meal prep (dietary requirements taken into consideration) multi-tasking and other Ad-Hoc tasks. AFTERNOON ROUTINE; networking with other parents & carers at the children’s school- that the children are friends with or do extra curriculum’s with, extracurricular coordination (this is where the networking can sometimes help with car pooling & swapping weeks), planning of play dates, supervise-assistance with homework and practice for their extra curriculum’s. With additional extras from me if wanted/needed or time permits (eg. Music theory, maths etc.) ***I have help children further develop their music skills with my attention and knowledge than what they receive in a 30min class once a week. And I have helped with further development of their Math & literacy skills. HOWEVER my proudest achievement was somehow managing to help my French charge (when an AuPair in Paris) go from an almost F (from her former AuPair) in her French Class to an A. While I was only at a very basic beginner level with my own French skills. * haven’t figuered out how/where to add this in yet. So I’m just plopping it in for now. I gained experience with home schooling during COVID from 2020-2022. With all the families I worked with during all the Melbourne lockdown peroids. EVENING ROUTINE; Shower/bath time, dinner, oral hygiene, an evening game (if time permits) and attend their unique bedtime routine. HISTORY SUMMARY: •2002-2008 I started child caring when I was 14: for my piano teacher’s son. I cared for him 3 days a week, (after school) from the age of 2-8, while his mother worked from home: I had to master the skill of noise level control, while I was young & noisy myself. •2003-2005 Once I was 16 I began to babysit for other families during the evenings & weekends. •2006-2009 Durning my tertiary studies I babysat casually between my part-time job and classes. •2010-2015 I babysat and assisted as a mother's helper, whilst working 4 part-time jobs. •2016-2017 I was an AuPair in Paris. And fell in LOVE with France. •2017-2017 Back in Melb; I did causal & part-time child-care, for families with babies, toddlers & preschoolers. Until I found a family that needed a Full-time Nanny. • July 2017-July 2020: F/T Nanny—4 Days a week: Full Days, for a family of 5; 3 girls aged: 3-7, 7-10 & 9-12. • Feb 2021-Aug 2021: Temp P/T Nanny—5 Days a week: Split days, for a family of 4; 1 boy aged 9 & girl aged 7. • Aug 2021-Sept 2021: Temp P/T Relief Nanny—3 Days a week: Full days, for a family of 5; 3 boys aged 8, 5 & a 22mths old. • Sept 2021-Dec 2024: F/T Nanny—5 Days a week: 2 Full & 3 Half days, for a family of 4: 2 boys aged 2.5-5 & 5-9. (Only 2 full days in Sept 2021, 3 full days from Oct. The 2 half days added in Jan 2022). • Oct 2021-Dec 2021: Transition Nanny (waiting for a daycare spot) —2 days a week: Full days, for family of 3: 1 boy of 10-12 mths. •Feb 2025-Apr 2025: P/T Nanny—3 Days a week: 3 Full days for a blended family of 6: 2 girls aged 12 (not twins) and 2 boys aged 10 & 14 ESSENTIALS: - Valid Victorian Drivers Licence - WWCC: exp. 26/10/2028 - Police Check: exp. 20.09.25 - Level 2: First Aid (inclusive: Asthma, CPR exp. June 2025, & Epi-pen) exp. June 2027 - CV: with copies of my credentials - References If you have read this far, I look forward to receiving a message from you. ☺️

I am from Dubbo, NSW, a small country town. I grew up with a strong connection to family, with two brothers, a love for the outdoors, animals and cooking. I attended boarding school at Calrossy Anglican School. Currently, I study Medicine at Monash University and I am in final year. My friends describe me as a caring, empathic and a hard working individual, characteristics among many others that I always strive to uphold. I have experience with caring from my younger cousins and while on placement. Thank you for reading my application and I look forward to the opportunity of working alongside you and your children.

I’m a 28-year-old woman from Japan. I’m currently in Australia on a Working Holiday visa and plan to stay until April next year. In Japan, I lived with my twin nieces, who are now seven years old. I also worked full-time for six years, so I’m responsible and reliable. I’m very friendly and I love children.

Hi my name is Anais and I am 18 years old. i graduated from Year 12 (Firbank Grammar school) in 2025 and have flexible availability to support families with their childcare needs. i currently have lots of spare time on my hands, therefore i am looking for jobs to keep me occupied! I have previous babysitting experience… (16monthsold +, changing nappies, bed time, etc) and genuinely enjoy working with children. I am committed to creating a safe, caring, and positive environment where children feel comfortable and happy! 😊 feel free to contact me - 0400673188 xx

Hii my name is Lexi and I am an 18 year-old student studying at Monash, who just finished year 12 at Firbank Grammar, with a passion and love for working with children, developed through both babysitting for over 3 years and my role as a swim school teacher at Starfish Swim School for over 2 years! I have experience working with children ages 2 - 13 (making meals, driving kids around, helping bathe and shower etc) as-well as taking part in household chores! I bring a bubbly, warm personality that helps children feel safe, comfortable, and engaged, I pride myself on being reliable, responsible, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. Whether supervising play, managing routines, or providing emotional support, I aim to create a positive and nurturing environment. I am confident in my ability to build trust with both children and parents, and I am committed to ensuring every child feels cared for and secure.

Hello! My name is Julia. I'm 31 years old and I live in Melbourne. I have an Advanced Diploma in Fine Arts, Bachelor's Degree in Design, and a Masters of Art Curatorship. I have always been a very creative person into art and design. My hobbies include learning French, playing piano and making pottery. I have been learning French and playing piano since 2020. I have been doing pottery since 2022. I would describe myself as a fun, caring and thoughtful babysitter. I have experience babysitting/nannying for children between the ages of 4-12. My first experience babysitting was in 2018 for an 8 year old boy who was an only child. I did that for 1.5 years. I also have experience babysitting for 3 children in my area over 2018, 2019 and 2021. In the beginning they were 4, 8 and 10 years old. I currently nanny 2 children Mondays and Tuesdays. They are aged 5 and 8. With my babysitting experience, I have become really good at gentle parenting and also getting involved in the kids activities. I'm really good at creating enthusiasm and positivity for them. I like to create a fun, warm, and inviting space. I always make sure that the children are seen and heard while also at the same time asserting boundaries. I believe I can be a very firm but fair babysitter while also being fun and enthusiastic. I think I can be really good at motivating kids and getting them into their activities and bringing positivity. I have nanny experience in pick ups, drop offs, cooking, light housework, helping with homework, playing with the kids, showering/bathing and helping with their night routines.

Hi my name is Memphis and I am a warm, caring, and dependable person who genuinely enjoys spending time with children and supporting them. I am currently studying Biomedical Science at RMIT and have always been someone who is patient, understanding, and easy to get along with. After taking up studying as well as buying my first apartment I am looking for a job suitable with my flexible schedule. Family is very important to me, I have had many experiences babysitting in the past with children aged 8 moths+ and I love creating a fun, safe, and positive environment where children feel comfortable and supported. I enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, baking, anything outdoors, and helping with homework. I take pride in being reliable, trustworthy, and someone families can count on to care for their children with kindness and attention.

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 9 yo dog and I certainly get around a board game! Availability - I work in corporate sustainability Monday to Friday, so I'm only available at night time and on the weekends. 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! Rates - 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). 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

My name is Karen. I have studied childcare, social work and disability studies. I have been caring for children for over 30 years some of the roles i have worked in are in home care as a nanny and babysitting work, childcare centres children camps, educational programs and in overseas children’s homes. I have also worked children with special needs and children with complex health issues. I have also worked with twins and multi age groups at one time. I love working with children because i find it very rewarding watching them move throughout each stage of their development. I have a warm,friendly and outgoing personality who enjoys spending time with children and support families in any way I can. I got a big heart and love being part of the family unit. I also have a strong commitment towards work ethics and responsibility being honest and loyal to those I working with. I have a gentle and caring nature who believe in compassion and being the best support I can for each family I work with. I have a strong interest in child development and believe in forcuing on children's strengths and abilities in order to help them become the best that they can be I love to travel and have worked with children in children's homes in Kenya and in other parts of lm world . i strongly believe to be a good carer you must love and care for the children in my care and extend that care to other members of the family including pets. I love dogs they have so much love to give. I have a strong focus on respect of parents and have a good understanding on different parenting styles. I always intrestred in learning a new skill to inprove the quiity of life for another human. I have a good understanding on different cultures The best way to get to know me is to meet me. My passion is with children they are the most rewarding people in the world to work with. They truly make me shine. I have found longer I work with children and their families the more I find it rewarding. I take great pride and feel very honored to be a part of their lives and have the honor of creating happy memories for children to reflect on as they grow older to pass on to their own families My flexabilty for days and times are very open as im not looking to full-time but add vaule to the lives of others which adds quiilty to my my life . Please feel free to asked me about Availability as some of my famiys have some flexilty Please feel free to ask about my rates as this site can sometime be a little diifcult to navagate please feel free to contact me and i will be more than happy to send you my resume.

My name is Evie, and I am looking for a consistent nannying/babysitting role. I am studying professional communications, and work at a local cafe, so have a very flexible schedule. I am outgoing and have nannied and babysitted consistently for a couple of years! Please don’t hesitate to contact me. Evie ☺️

I am a reliable, caring and hardworking Year 12 student with several years of experience caring for children of different ages. I enjoy helping families by creating a safe, organised and supportive environment. I have experience with babysitting, household tasks, and working with children with disabilities through Flying Fox.

I’m a 34-year-old professional with a creative background. Originally from Hobart, I moved to Sydney at 18 to study musical theatre before coming to Melbourne to pursue a career in theatre. During that time, I worked in before and after school care. I later moved back to Hobart to be closer to family, where I co-ran a performing arts school teaching singing, dancing, and acting all ages. After a few years, I returned to Melbourne to continue pursuing theatre while also teaching singing. For the past 8 years, I’ve worked in the corporate insurance industry, which has strengthened my communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as my reliability, professionalism, and ability to remain calm under pressure. While the experience has been valuable, I’ve realised I’m looking for more meaningful and fulfilling work that feels connected to people and creativity. I’m recently engaged, live an active lifestyle with my beautiful 6-year-old Border Collie, and love cooking healthy, delicious meals. Although it’s been some time since I’ve worked with children professionally, I’m still very connected to family and friends with young children and know how naturally I connect with kids. I love encouraging imagination, curiosity, confidence, and creativity in a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment.

Hi, my name is Kate. I am 23 years old and completed Year 12 at St Leonard’s College in 2020. I have also completed my studies in Fashion at RMIT University. I currently work in retail, as a fashion model, and as a casual babysitter. I consider myself to be a mature, responsible, and friendly person who genuinely enjoys caring for children. I have over 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience, so I am confident with childcare, cooking, cleaning, and running errands. I also have my driver’s licence and my own car, which gives me flexibility and reliability. I absolutely love working with children and always aim to create a fun, safe, and enjoyable environment for them. Please feel free to call or message me if you have any questions!

Hi everyone, I am a current uni student who has flexible hours at the moment. I have been babysitting from the age of 13 and have multiple parent references available if needed. I have been working at a recreational gymnastic club in bayside for 4 years now, teaching kids from 0-16 in groups of 10+, so I have a wide experience with children as well as CPR and first aid qualifications. I not only love working with kids, but I am also very capable of helping clean up, cook dinner and get the kids home from school ect. Due to other jobs and uni timetables My schedule does change up a bit but I look forward from hearing from you!

Hi i’m Elyse an 18year old looking for babysitting work. I live in Brighton and graduated high school from Firbank grammar in 2025. I am currently studying business at university. so looking for work that i also enjoy!

Hi !!,.. l am a Local Part-time Nanny/Babysitter , that is particularly interested in the evening positions , .... flexible ,and starting usually 6,30pm to 11.30 pm ,or later l am experienced ... working with Babies and Children, around Hospital and Home care areas but not qualified for any major disorders Also, Morning/Afternoon Part-time hours , up to 2 or 3 days .... 2 to 3 hours daily , Longer time is available if it is needed for your commitments l have WWCC, First Aid , and References .... A Car is included if needed ,.. l enjoy babysitting , having fun with the children......keeping in mind ,that they should always be safe, secure and happy , making your time together interesting and meaningful to them ,....and to understand the playtime activity ....This would depend on age group and routine These are some of the needed experiences l have had joining with families , ...and l like to think these could be of help if babysitting requirements are available ,... l will look forward to talking to you soon , Kindest Regards, Maggie ( Margaret ) .

Hey families, My name is Marnie, and I'm 35, and I have over 19 years of experience in teaching, childcare and nannying and find these roles both professionally rewarding as well as consistent with my personal values. In addition, I have a Bachelor of Education (Primary), Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, and a Certificate 3 in Children's Services. Over the past four years, I have been a classroom teacher at a primary school in Brighton East. My role as a teacher has encompassed various aspects of children’s academic, social, and emotional growth. Being a teacher is incredibly rewarding. Not only do you see students’ growth and progress academically, but you can build connections, make a meaningful difference and leave a long-lasting impact on these students' lives. I have a deep understanding of child development, learning styles, and age-appropriate activities. This knowledge allowed me to create engaging and educational experiences for children in my care. I have experience in managing various classrooms and working with diverse groups of students honing my ability to handle different behaviours and adapt to individual needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for the children I care for. But there is one thing I truly miss, caring for children in their home. Being that person in a household who is spreading kindness, care, and support. Before becoming a primary school teacher, I was a nanny. I have worked for several families within Australia and internationally (USA and Canada). My responsibilities included caring for newborn twins, and older children, following routines (including sleep patterns, feeding, and bathing), assisting with household cleaning, driving children to and from after-school activities, assisting with homework, and maintaining close communication with parents. Whilst I was studying for my Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, where I was successful in gaining a scholarship through Swinburne University of Technology, to go to Vietnam. During this visit, I was volunteering in Hanoi, teaching English to prep-aged children. It was a fantastic experience and extended my childcare experience, as well as providing learning experiences in another culture, and participating in their usual day-to-day life activities. Prior to this experience, I was a nanny in America. This position involved living-in with a family in New Jersey, USA where I cared for their two children (girls now aged 4 and 8). Living full-time in the family house meant that it was important that my approach and behaviours aligned with the rules and principles of the family. I've also taken on additional roles working with children, such as a Ski Instructor at Mt Buller Ski Resort and an Assistant Educator at Explorer’s Early Learning Centre. These positions showcase my proficiency and professionalism in the field. I have a mature, responsible, and professional way of caring for children and I pride myself on creating a positive, happy environment in which children can thrive. As I'm a primary school teacher, I would not be able to start exactly at 3:30 pm, as that's when our school day ends. However, depending on where you're located, I could get there by 3:45-4:00 pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. We have meetings on Mondays and Tuesdays, so I wouldn't be able to start until 5:00 pm.

I'm an experienced nanny with a calm, professional approach. I recently completed 9 months with a family who had twin boys. I worked with them from when the boys were 6 weeks old. The family moved interstate and the role came to a natural end. I have since started nannying with a family in Malvern and work Thursdays and Fridays but could potentially be free on Monday and/or Wednesday for a local role in Brighton. The current family I am working with have a 3 year old and a 15 month old. Apart from my current experience, I worked both as a live-in and live-out nanny in the UK for 2 years, where I formed close, lasting relationships with the families and children in my care. The children ranged from 9 months to 4 years old. I've also raised two children of my own, who are now young adults. Having been a working parent myself, I understand first-hand how much it matters to have a nanny who is reliable, consistent, and works in genuine partnership with the family. I take routines and parenting preferences seriously and bring both warmth and good judgment to everything I do. Earlier in my career I worked in complex HR roles, which has given me strong communication skills, discretion, and the ability to handle whatever a day throws at me with a level head. I have chosen to return to nannying because I genuinely enjoy working with children and supporting families. I hold a current Working with Children Check, a completed police check, up-to-date first aid certification, and am happy to provide references. We share our home with a border collie/golden retriever cross and a cat, so I'm very comfortable around pets and completely at ease in homes where animals are part of the family.