We're Here to Redefine Childcare Matching - With Heart, Trust, and Community

Learn who we are, why we started Nanny Spark, and the values that guide everything we do.

A Personal Note from Our Founder

When I became a parent, I quickly realized that finding the right childcare wasn’t just about ticking boxes—it was about finding someone who truly understood our family’s values and could become a trusted partner in raising our child.

After experiencing the gaps in traditional nanny placement firsthand, I knew there had to be a better way. Families deserve more than a quick match and a handoff. Caregivers deserve more than transactional work—they deserve mentorship, growth opportunities, and long-term support.

That’s why I founded Nanny Spark here in Waterloo. With a background as a Head of Product in tech, aviation, and automotive industries, I’ve spent over a decade solving complex problems and building human-centered solutions. Becoming a mother shifted my focus toward what mattered most to me: raising resilient, curious, and confident children—and helping other families do the same.

At Nanny Spark, we match parents with high-caliber, carefully vetted nannies who aren’t just caregivers—they’re mentors, guides, and champions for your child’s growth. Our process is values-driven and relationship-focused, because childcare is not a transaction—it’s a life-changing partnership.

Our support doesn’t stop at placement. We offer ongoing training, career development for nannies, and proactive assistance for families. From onboarding and payroll to backup care and continued check-ins, we’re here to make sure everyone thrives.

With Nanny Spark, you’re not just hiring a nanny—you’re building a village around your child’s journey. Together, let’s raise little trailblazers who will explore and flourish as they grow.

Child's hand decorating rocks using colored markers on a wooden table with various art supplies, including markers, paint, paper, and stickers. Montessori activity leading to enrishing and nurturing experience. Play is children's work

Our Manifesto

These core beliefs guide every decision we make and every match we create.

  • Compatibility Over Convenience

    A true match is more than availability. It’s aligned values, compatible routines, and shared approaches to boundaries, development, and communication. We don't fill shifts — we build bonds.

  • The Sacred Work of Care

    Nannies aren’t gig workers. They are emotional anchors, early educators, and mentors. We treat their work with the respect it deserves — and only place caregivers who bring heart, skill, and intention.

  • Continuity Is Everything

    Children need stable care to thrive. That’s why we offer monthly checkins, planning support, mediation, and contract renewals to ensure relationships last.

  • Full Transparency, Always

    No hidden fees. No vague timelines. We’re upfront about pricing, steps, and expectations — because trust begins with honesty.

  • Mutual Respect as Foundation

    We advocate equally for families and nannies. The best care relationships are mutual — built on safety, communication, and shared appreciation.

  • Enrichment In Every Moment

    Whether Montessori, Waldorf, or play-based, our caregivers support your child’s whole development — emotional, physical, and cognitive.

  • Our Mission

    To create values-aligned childcare matches that foster trust, growth, and long-term success for families and nannies.

  • Our Vision

    To redefine nanny placement in Canada by offering ongoing partnership, not just a transaction.

Ready to Build Your Village?

Whether you're a family seeking the perfect nanny or a caregiver looking to grow your career, we're here to help.