Help care for our kids in the summer and assist with cleaning on private island in Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada

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  Description

  We are a family of 4, with two boys, aged 3 and 5. We will be spending the summer at our beautiful cottage on a private island in Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada. The cottage is on 6 acres of forest. The island is directly across from a Provincial Park.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Babysitting and creative play

  Help around the house
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Travellers will experience the unique ecosystem of the Georgian Bay. Travellers will enjoy the rich wildlife in the area (beavers, otters, moose, waterfowl) and activities like swimming, fishing, canoeing, hiking and camping.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

  Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.

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  Help

  We are looking for a person to spend July and August with us to help take care of our boys and assist with cleaning the cottage. We are looking for someone who is creative and can plan nature-focused activities for our boys. The ideal candidate loves the outdoors and swimming.
  
  Salary for this role is $25 Canadian/hour, which includes room and board.
  
  We would also welcome a couple, since, in addition to childcare, we would also be open to hiring someone to help with forest maintenance, landscaping, and general upkeep of the cottage.
  
  Salary for this second role is negotiable, depending on the scope of the role.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate

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  Accommodation

  We have a lovely private cabin, separate from the main cottage, that you would stay in.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  9am - 5pm Monday - Friday