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Finland
Au Pairs From Finland Finns are usually described as reserved, quiet and introverted. But wait until you get to know them: you will find them warm, sincere, and hospitable with a great sense of humor! People from Finland are very punctual and appreciate other people being the same. They value honest and open communication, so your Finnish au pair will be comfortable discussing any issues or concerns directly with you. Most Finnish parents wor [Read more...]
Au Pairs From Finland
Finns are usually described as reserved, quiet and introverted. But wait until you get to know them: you will find them warm, sincere, and hospitable with a great sense of humor! People from Finland are very punctual and appreciate other people being the same. They value honest and open communication, so your Finnish au pair will be comfortable discussing any issues or concerns directly with you.
Most Finnish parents work full time, but spend a lot of time in the evenings and on weekends with their children, taking them to different hobbies and helping with homework. Since both parents work outside the home, children learn to become independent at an early stage which means you can expect your au pair from Finland to be used to doing household chores, preparing meals, etc. Families have on average 2-3 children, so your Finnish au pair will most likely have siblings.
At EurAupair, we've been connecting host families like yours with exceptionally well-qualified au pair candidates for three decades. We're confident that you'll have an outstanding experience with one of our Finnish au pairs.
General Facts About Finland
When you invite a Finnish au pair into your home, you'll learn about the culture and history of their country. The following facts are some things you should know before your au pair arrives:
- The population of Finland is just 5.51 million. To put that in perspective, it's less than the population of New York City.
- The population has grown very slowly over recent years, though there's a small but notable influx of immigrants.
- The top languages spoken in Finland are Finnish and Swedish.
- A great number of Finnish people want to be au pairs because they want to experience life in the United States.
- Finnish au pairs see a greater number of job opportunities upon returning home.
- Kids in Finland are independent and trusted by their parents, and au pairs are used to having time on their own.
Family Life and Children in Finland
In Finland, parents have access to free daycare for children age eight months to five years, so you can expect your au pair to have child care experience through working at a daycare center or kindergarten, in addition to babysitting her neighbor’s children, cousins or younger siblings. Some au pairs from Finland might also have experience as a camp counselor during holiday or church camps.
Very often, young people in Finland sharpen their skills with children by leading groups of them from a young age. For instance, they might coach a youth soccer team or volunteer at a nearby camp. This activity gives Finnish-speaking au pairs practical experience with kids that they can draw on when they're caring for your children.
Driving Skills
In order to obtain your driver’s license in Finland, one needs to have acquired a minimum amount of instructed driving in addition to theory lessons. After passing a theoretical and driving exam, people of at least 18 years of age will be allowed to drive. Of course, your Finnish au pair will also be used to driving in challenging weather conditions such as heavy rain, snow or hail. Of course, it is always recommended that you discuss your driving needs when interviewing au pairs.
Education
The Finnish school system is renowned for its high academic standards and results. With English being a mandatory subject starting at elementary school, Finns usually have very good English skills; in fact, they are amongst the best English speakers in Europe. Your Finnish au pair might also be able to speak Swedish fluently, as it is the second official language in Finland.
Sports are an important facet of education as well. Many Finns enjoy outdoor activities such as skiing and ice skating. Because of the long daytimes during the summer, they can spend a great deal of time outside, enjoying nature. This common interest sparks many lessons, and teachers often incorporate the outdoors and physical education into their curriculum.
Communication and Language Skills
On Finnish TV, programs are shown in their original language. Many Finnish children watch English television shows and movies and learn dialect and pronunciation from these examples. Of course, knowing how to speak the language and doing it in a live setting are two different things, and your au pair may need some encouragement to display their English skills.
Finns may be shy the first time they meet someone. It helps to engage them by talking about things they feel comfortable with and show enthusiasm for, such as sports and nature.
Religion
The majority of residents in Finland are Christian, including many Protestants. A large number are atheist, while a small minority practice Islam or Hinduism.
Diet
Finnish cuisine largely mirrors that of other Scandinavian countries. It relies on common ingredients such as berries, seafood and buttermilk as well as rye and barley. It's not unusual for Finns to eat reindeer too, for protein. Because of the harsh weather in Finland, the country imports a lot of its food rather than growing it.
Hosting a Finnish Au Pair
As a host family, you'll love getting to know your au pair and learning more about Finnish culture and its traditions. Are you ready to welcome a Finnish au pair into your home? Contact us to begin the application process and start this valuable cultural exchange.
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Child Care Experience
First, from January 2016 until November 2019, I have babysat Amore (3 mths) and Lihanza (5) occasionally, as needed. This included feeding them, bathing them, entertaining them, dressing them, taking them to the bathroom, cleaning up after them, and changing Amore's diapers. Second, from 2016 until now, I occasionally have cared for Thomas (2) and Christiaan (5). This includes preparing lunch and snacks for them, supervising them, tidying up their playroom, and entertaining them. Lastly, from June 2018 until November 2019, I occasionally volunteered a a preschool where the children were 3 months to 5 years old. Here, my responsibilities included giving them their lunch and snacks, entertaining them, supervising them on the playground, reading to them, getting them ready for nap time, taking them to the bathroom, washing their dishes after lunch and snack time, and helping them with their educational activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Journaling, making cards & bookmarks, taking photos, playing board games, listening to music, spending time outdoors and in nature, and making food like deserts and smoothies.
Comments
I have a deep rooted love for children and travel so I am convinced that becoming an au pair is a wonderful way to combine both. i have always wanted to explore the USA and experience their way of living, explore a new culture, and meet new people. I also want to make an impact in the lives of young children, so becoming an au pair makes this all possible. I believe that I would be a good au pair because I want to be a role model and big sister to my future host kids. Without any doubt, they will become my biggest priority. I am a good listener and a fast learner so I will be able to adapt to my new environment and very easily take on all my responsibilities. I am also a loving person and will do my best to make my host family feel comfortable as it is the least I can do to thank them for welcoming me into their home. Finally, I would like to mention I am qualified with a level one first aid training certificate.
Child Care Experience
Between May and November 2017, Itook care of Lara (5), 5 days a week 6 hours a day, I prepared lunches for her and did some activities with her. Between June and October 2018, 5 days in a week 7 hours a day, I took care of Nil (6), I prepared her meals and took her from the school.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Riding a bicycle, swimming, reading, travelling, hiking, cooking, playing table tennis, badminton and tennis
Comments
I love to travel and experience new things and I believe the best way to get to know a culture is to find out where it is. I wanted to take the chance to experience different cultures, customs and most importantly the chance to see the different parts of the world with different aspects and the chance to be a child when I am in my twenties again. I believe the best way to get to know a culture is to find out where it is. Thanks to this cultural exchange program, we have the chance to experience different cultures, customs and most importantly we have the chance to see the different parts of the world with different aspects. I am good at kids arts and crafts thanks to my little sisters and playing badminton, riding a bike. I attended the culinary art academy's workshops and I love cooking. I can and want to teach your kids how to play badminton, how to ride a bike, cook (Turkish dishes) and how to create lots of crafting like making bracelets with pasta.
Child Care Experience
Since October 2018 I've been working at preschool taking care of a group of children ages 1 to 2 years old and 3 to 6 years old. It includes feeding, bathing, diaper changing, preparing bottles, playing with children, helping with homework and supporting teachers. In June 2019 I cared for Rafael (7) and Manuel (4 months). I prepared bottles for Manuel, changed diapers, bathed him, helped Rafael with homework and played with them. Between July-Septemeber 2018 I cared for Carlos (2) preparing his meals and activities, feeding him and bathing. Between June-October 2016 I cared for Dahiana (5) and Daniela (12) helping them with homework, preparing meals and playing with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Photography, reading, sewing, eating delicious dishes, watching movies, meeting new places, traveling in my country, playing volleyball, swimming.
Comments
I think that children can learn a lot. So living the experience in another culture will be extremely enriching for me. I want to learn from the children and that they can learn from me. My parents educated me responsibly and I want to do my best while living with my new family (you and your family). Meeting a new family and learning from it will be excellent! And I think that living in another country could be a great experience, because I love the idea of knowing another language and grow as a person. I feel that I can work as a team with my new Host Family, and together learn new things.
Child Care Experience
I took care of a group of children between the ages 3 to 6 years at the Montessori school from January until December 2018. I assisted the kids, taught them in- as well as outside, did arts and crafts with them, and was constantly assuring that the children are safe in whatever they are doing. From January 2017 until today, I am in the church taking care of a group of kids between 3 and 10 years. I teach them, provide guidance for them, and organize as well as manage certain events for them. From January 2019 until today, I am also responsible for a younger group of children at the Montessori school (ages from 14 months to 5 years). I am currently working as a class teacher for this group, prepare lessons for them, hold the lessons, do all activities related to the teaching contents, and do in- and outdoor activities with them. I also help them getting ready for nap time and assist them during lunch.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
music, movies, Sudoku, art and crafts, baking, cooking, going to church, netball, rugby, swimming, running
Comments
I have been babysitting children since I was 16 years old. I am first-aid certified since 2019. I love to do little arts and crafts projects for and with the children in my care. I have been a qualified Montessori Director for the past year and I've been teaching children between the age of 14 months and 3 years. I had a bit experience in special needs children. I have always wanted to work with children so I studied to become a Montessori Director (which is also my current job). Now I think it is time for a new challenge and I have decided to participate in the EurAupair program. I would like to experience the different cultures and traditions around the world and make an impact in children's lives. I have a diploma in Early Childhood Development and, additionally, I have a lot of experience in taking care of children and entertaining them. I have a lot of patience when it comes to children and I also have an enormously big heart for children. I am a very fun person but I can also be strict if necessary.
Child Care Experience
Between 2016-2017 I was volunteer in a kindergarten where I was responsible for children 2-5 years old. I fed them, taught them and played with them. Since 2018, I have been taking care of Santiago (1). I feed him, play with him and change his diaper. Additionally, I took care of Melany (9) and prepared food for her, helped her with homework and played with her. In 2018, I watched Gabriel (1), prepared bottles for him, bathed him, changed his diaper and played with him.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Photography, reading comics, playing video games, painting, drawing, swimming, snorkeling, riding bike, martial arts.
Comments
I want to be au pair in USA because is the best opportunity to improve my English skills and I think I have the proper skills as I'm a creative person, self-sufficient, prudent, helpful, emphatic, humble and generous. I´m sure I will be a good au pair for you because I’m an easy-going person who really likes children. I have always wanted to visit the USA, I really wish to improve my English there, to learn about their different cultures, customs and traditions, and it has many beautiful places that I want to visit, besides, I think so that is the perfect opportunity to travel, learn and work. Additionally, I am first aid certified.
Child Care Experience
Between September 2017 - June 2018 I took care of Felix (10) and Oscar (7). I prepared meals for them and played games, drew, listen to music with them. Between October 2016 - May 2017 I cared for Madeleine (13) and Henri (12). We did many activities together. When the weather was nice, we played outside, during bad weather, we watched movies. Madeleine loves to cook, so we often did it together as well.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with my family and friends, listening to music, traveling, tourism, doing sports, playing volleyball, running, fashion, walking, running.
Comments
I want to do an au pair exchange program in the USA because it's my little girl's dream to have an experience there. I find this country very rich but also very different from France at a cultural level. This experience will allow me to discover a new culture, to gain independence and maturity. Besides, I like children. We have a lot of fun together. So it was obvious to me to become an au pair. I am responsible, attentive, playful and patient with them.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Alan (2) and Renata (4) between 2013 and 2015. I took care of them mostly in the afternoon and picked them up from school. I would feed them and provide them early stimulation exercises. From July 2018 to May 2019 I looked after Africa (1). I feed her, played with her and bathed her. From June 2019 to October 2019 I babysat Andrea (10 months), I prepared her bottle, changed her, put her to sleep and bathed her. Between August 2017 and March 2018, I looked aftr Giselle (5) and Ruben (10), I tutored them basic English and mathematics
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Lyric jazz, draw, read books, go out with my friends to dance salsa, go to the movies, visit museums and new places, travel, go for coffee, listen to music. Dancing
Comments
One of my goals in life has been to be a good example for children. Being an Au Pair implies a great responsibility and aspiration to help and motivate children to continue growing with goals in their lives. Patience, perseverance and tenderness are my best qualities. I consider myself being a good guide for my future host kids and being open to new enriching experiences for my life. I cannot wait to share moments with my new host family!
Child Care Experience
Between June - August 2019 I babysat Sofia (7) about 30 hours per week. I used to go to parks and malls with her, and sports classes. Between 2018 - 2019 I cared for Gabriela (5) and Miguel (2) on weekends. I took them to sports classes, prepared meals for them, played with them, and helped them with homework. In 2018 I cared for Zara (5) on weekdays. I picked her up from school, helped her with homework, took her to classes, prepared meals for her and played with her. Between 2017 - 2018 I babysat Santiago (8) and Danilo (6). I woke them up and took them to school, helped with homework and played with them. Between 2016 - 2017 I babysat Juan (1) and Sebastian (3). I bathed them, dress them up, prepared bottles for Juan and meals for Sebastian, played with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Dancing, swimming, listening to music, photography, hanging out with my family and friends, playing soccer, volleyball, and tennis.
Comments
Throughout my whole life I've loved being of service, during my teenage years I realized that working with kids is one of the most rewarding jobs because the can get the best out of me. When I work with kids I can show all of my strengths, like creativity while teaching them something or coming up with new games for them. Also, I believe that I am a very loyal person and will be the best I can be for the people I work for. Which is why I decided that I want to be an Au Pair, I feel I have a determination and a passion for this job.
Child Care Experience
Between March and April 2018 I worked at preschool taking care of children ages 4 to 6 years old. I was an assistant teacher and my job was to help pupils complete their day to day activities such as teaching educational nursery rhymes, teach pupils how to read and write, help them get cleaned up after lunch, help them with classwork and read to them. Between August 2019 and January 2020 I worked at a center with a group of children 3 months and older. My responsibilities were helping children with mealtime and entertaining them. Between June and August 2019 I cared for Dakota (3). It included feeding, bathing, changing clothes and playing with him.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Swimming, hiking, cooking, camping, practicing hockey.
Comments
I want to be an au pair to get a better understanding of children as I would like to study child psychology in the near future. I would like to study child abuse and trauma counseling as I would really love to help children who are too scared to speak up. I have worked as an Au pair in South Africa as well as worked as an assistant teacher and volunteered at mini-sports. I would like to be a part of the history I learned in school as well as learn the different cultures that makeup America. I am a very good swimmer, I can help children learn to swim better. I am very good at tidying and organizing and love cooking.
Child Care Experience
**I am willing to care for children 1 year and older.** Since 2018, I have worked in a kids club in a hotel entertaining and looking after children ages 4 to 12 years old. Between 2015 and 2016, I cared for Abril (1) for 3 days a week. It included meal preparation, feeding, and bathing. Between May and September 2016, I worked in a kids club taking care of a group of children ages 3 to 12 years old.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Going to the cinema, going to the beach, going outside with my friends, spending time with my family, reading, playing volleyball, water polo, soccer.
Comments
I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I am first aid certified. I want to be an au pair because this is a great opportunity to know another culture, travel and grow personality and what better than do it in a family environment, besides that, I would love to transmit a little of my values to the kids and learn a lot from you. I consider myself a kind, empathetic, responsible, patient a hard working girl and I am a good driver, that is why I am the perfect option to be your next au pair. I am also a good swimmer.