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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 spen [Read more...]
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.
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 day care 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.
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.
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.
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Child Care Experience
I watched my sister, Lotta (11), everyday since 2007. I also babysat Ellinoora (10) since 2007 on holidays, doing things such as taking care of her, feeding her, and driving her around. I was a coach once a week form 2013, teaching and supervising sports, teaching good manners, and teaching how to be a team player.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Going to the gym, living a healthy lifestyle, travelling, going for walks, playing basketball, gymnastics.
Comments
I like kids and kids likes me too, I get along really well with children, I have good experience of being with children and taking responsibility. I'm a very calm person and a big sister which gives me lots of childcare experience. I would treat your child like my own sibling.
Child Care Experience
I have babysat two families, occasionally, as needed since 2016: Noa (7) & Milo (5) and Noomi (3), Casper (6), & Osscar (9). As a babysitter and dog sitter for these families, I would play indoors and outdoors with the kids, watch TV with them, read books to them, and cook for them. From September 2013 to May 2014, I started teaching a cooking class with my friend to a group of children between the ages of 7 and 10. Then, from September 2016 to May 2018, I started teaching a cooking class on my own once a week. The children here were between the ages of 8 to 12 and I taught them to cook simple foods like different pasta dishes and salads.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Acting, going to the movies, outdoor activities, listening to music, going to the gym, handball, horseback riding, and skiing.
Comments
I just finished high school and don't have a clear idea of what I want to study so I decided to take a gap year. This would be an amazing opportunity to work as an au pair and gain new experiences and get to know different cultures. I feel like I would be a good candidate for the program because I have a lot of different experiences working with kids and dogs. I'm independent, hard working, and can also manage stressful situations.
Child Care Experience
I watched Sara (8) from 2012 to 2015, occasionally, as needed. This included looking after her while her parents are away. From 2014 to 2016, I babysat Samu (4) when his parents were away. Lastly, I have worked at a kindergarten since mid August 2018 on weekdays with 11 kids, aged 0 to 3. Here, I participate in normal kindergarten stuff like playing with the kids, helping them eat, putting them to sleep, dressing them, helping them go to the bathroom, and leading them on excursions to the library and forest.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Going for walks and runs, playing different kinds of sports with my friends, reading, watching movies, music, dancing, baseball, swimming, and surfing.
Comments
I want to become an au pair in the USA because I feel like I've missed something big because I don't have younger siblings. I missed the opportunity for an exchange year in the USA and for many years I've felt like it's a huge bummer that I wasn't born and raised in America. I love kids and I would love to be a part of a family where I could be the big sister and spend time daily with the children to see them learn and grow. I feel like my strengths would be my caring attitude and my enthusiasm for new things--in this case, the au pair life and its adventures. Now, after 6 weeks with the little ones in kindergarten, I can say I go to work every day with the biggest smile on my face and leave with a sad face because the day is over with them.