Profile information
Host rating
Not yet rated
Feedback
-
Email verified
Badges (1)
Details
Description
Family in Montreal seeking a warm, creative helper (childcare + family life)
Bonjour/Hello! (En français ci-dessous)
We’re a family of four (soon to be five!) living in Montreal. We have two lovely children aged 4 and 5, and we’re expecting a new baby soon. We’re looking for a caring, responsible, and cheerful person to join our family for a few weeks or months to help with the older kids.
What we’re looking for:
We’d love someone who enjoys spending time with children — playing, doing creative activities, helping with routines, or lending a hand around the house when needed. Your main focus would be the two older kids, who are fun, curious, and full of energy!
They both go to daycare and school during the day, so you’ll have your days free to explore Montreal. Most of the help we’d need would be in the mornings before school/daycare and in the late afternoons or evenings.
Typical tasks
Helping get the kids ready in the morning or for bed
Picking them up from school or daycare ( a short walk from home)
Playing with them after school
Light household help (tidying up, cooking occasionally, etc..)
Occasional babysitting so the parents can rest or go out
Hours
Approximately 15–20 hours per week (flexible schedule).
What we offer:
Private room in our home
Three meals a day
Lots of warmth, laughter, and a chance to experience daily family life in Montreal
Most weekends off and plenty of free time during weekdays
About us:
We live in a family-friendly neighborhood close to parks, cafés, and public transport. We speak both English and French at home and love to share meals, stories, and cultural experiences with guests. We are open to hosting someone who speaks another language.
If you love children, are kind, patient, and want to experience family life in Montreal while having your own time to explore the city — we’d love to hear from you!
....
Famille à Montréal cherche une personne chaleureuse et créative (au pair)
Bonjour !
Nous sommes une famille de quatre (bientôt cinq !) vivant à Montréal. Nous avons deux adorables enfants de 4 et 5 ans, et nous attendons un nouveau bébé très bientôt. Nous cherchons une personne attentionnée, responsable et enjouée pour rejoindre notre famille pendant quelques semaines ou quelques mois, afin de nous aider avec les deux plus grands.
Ce que nous recherchons:
Nous aimerions accueillir quelqu’un qui aime passer du temps avec les enfants — jouer, faire des activités créatives, aider dans les routines quotidiennes ou donner un coup de main à la maison au besoin.
Ton rôle principal serait de t’occuper des deux plus grands, qui sont curieux, pleins d’énergie et très attachants !
Les enfants vont à la garderie et à l’école pendant la journée, donc tu auras tes journées libres pour explorer Montréal. La plupart du temps, nous aurons besoin d’aide le matin avant l’école/garderie et en fin d’après-midi ou en soirée.
Tâches typiques:
Aider à préparer les enfants le matin ou pour le coucher
Aller les chercher à l’école ou à la garderie (à quelques minutes à pied de la maison)
Jouer avec eux après l’école
Aider un peu à la maison (ranger, cuisiner à l’occasion, etc.)
Garder les enfants de temps en temps pour que les parents puissent se reposer ou sortir
🕐 Horaire
Environ 15 à 20 heures par semaine, horaire flexible.
Ce que nous offrons:
Une chambre privée dans notre maison
Trois repas par jour
Beaucoup de chaleur, de rires et l’occasion de découvrir la vie de famille à Montréal
Les fins de semaine libres et beaucoup de temps libre en semaine
À propos de nous:
Nous vivons dans un quartier familial, calme et agréable, près de parcs, de cafés et des transports en commun. Nous parlons anglais et français à la maison et aimons partager nos repas, nos histoires et nos expériences culturelles avec nos invités.
Nous serions ravis d’accueillir quelqu’un qui parle une autre langue et souhaite partager sa culture avec nous.
Si tu aimes les enfants, que tu es bienveillant·e, patient·e et que tu souhaites vivre une belle expérience familiale à Montréal tout en ayant du temps pour découvrir la ville — nous serions très heureux d’avoir de tes nouvelles !
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
House sitting
Interests
Movies & TV
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Culture
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Languages
Photography
Music
DIY & crafts
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Fitness
Outdoor activities
Water sports
Winter sports
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Dancing
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We love welcoming people from around the world into our home and learning from each other’s cultures, languages, and experiences. Our family is bilingual — we speak both English and French — and are happy to help you practice either language in daily conversation. We also would love to learn your language, and will encourage you to speak your native language to our children. We also love to share recipes, music, and stories from life in Montreal, Australia and the Arctic (where we’ve also lived).
As part of our family life, you’ll be invited to join us for meals, outings, and simple day-to-day moments — from playing with the kids to enjoying coffee together in the morning. We believe these small shared moments are what make cultural exchange so special.
You’ll gain an authentic experience of family life in Quebec. We’ll also encourage you to share your own customs, language, and interests with the children — they love learning songs and stories from other places!
We see hosting as a two-way exchange: while you offer your time and kindness, we offer warmth, inclusion, and a place where you can feel at home. We hope to learn from your perspective and experiences, and to build a connection that lasts beyond your stay.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Typical tasks
Helping get the kids ready in the morning or for bed
Picking them up from school and daycare (a short walk from home)
Playing with them after school
Light household help (tidying up, occasional cooking, etc.)
Occasional babysitting so the parents can rest or go out
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Arabic: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We would love to have someone who can speak another language to our kids!
Accommodation
We live in a beautiful, luminous two-storey home with plenty of space and natural light. You’ll have your own private bedroom, and share access to:
Two comfortable living spaces — perfect for relaxing, reading, or spending time together
A large, fully equipped kitchen where we enjoy preparing family meals
Two shared bathrooms
A cozy, friendly atmosphere
We provide three healthy meals a day, and are happy to accommodate most dietary preferences. You’ll be welcome to make yourself at home and enjoy the shared spaces as part of the family.
What else ...
We’re a friendly, bilingual (English and French) family who values kindness, respect, and open communication.
Our home is located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with easy access to public transport, cafés, and parks. Downtown Montreal is about 20–30 minutes away by metro.
You’ll have plenty of free time during the day to study, explore, or relax. We’re happy to share tips about local activities, places to visit, and the best spots to discover Montreal’s vibrant culture.
We appreciate someone who’s proactive, enjoys spending time with children, and can gently lend a hand around the house when needed. Flexibility and a good sense of humor go a long way here — life with young kids is lively and full of surprises!
We welcome helpers from all backgrounds and look forward to making this a positive, cultural exchange experience for everyone.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Our home is well suited to digital nomads who want to balance remote work with a relaxed, family-oriented environment. We have reliable high-speed Wi-Fi and several quiet spots where you can comfortably work during the day. Since the children are at school and daycare on weekdays, the house is generally calm and quiet during work hours. Most of our help is needed in the early mornings and late afternoons/evenings, leaving your weekdays largely free for your own projects or remote work. We understand the need for structure and focus, so we’ll do our best to coordinate a schedule that works well for everyone.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Photos
