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Art, history, science, the Eiffel Tower, delicious baguettes — France is famous for many things. When looking for a culturally enriching experience for your children, you should consider a French au pair. Your children will enjoy hearing a new language from their live-in nanny while also learning about new things. The wisdom of using live-in child care from France is that you benefit in many ways beyond simply finding a caregiver. Your entire f [Read more...]
Art, history, science, the Eiffel Tower, delicious baguettes — France is famous for many things. When looking for a culturally enriching experience for your children, you should consider a French au pair. Your children will enjoy hearing a new language from their live-in nanny while also learning about new things. The wisdom of using live-in child care from France is that you benefit in many ways beyond simply finding a caregiver. Your entire family will learn more about French culture from in many ways:
- Your children can learn about French traditions and experience them first-hand (such as making crepes on Mardi Gras!);
- Your children can be exposed to a new language as your au pair can read them stories in French or teach them the alphabet in French;
- Your family can ask questions and hear from a native how growing up and living in France really is.
When you use EurAupair to host an au pair from France, you can feel secure you’re getting the best possible match for your family’s needs. We have been connecting au pairs from Europe, South America and Africa with American families for three decades, and we know how to find a fit that’s right for everyone.
Getting to Know Your Au Pair From France
The French culture is a mix between Northern and Southern Europe. A live-in nanny from France may be more punctual than a Spanish au pair for example, but will be more flexible on schedule than say a German au pair. Typically, French au pairs will be able to communicate any issues or concerns and will enjoy participating in the family life.
French couples have on average two children. While large families are less common than they use to, France still has one of the highest average number of children per family in Western Europe. French people have rather strong family values and will typically gather every evening as a family for dinner and meet for hours-long meals with near-by relatives on weekends and holidays. You can usually expect your French au pair to enjoy cooking and to participate in your family dinners and get-togethers.
French children will usually leave home at around 18 years old to pursue post-secondary studies in larger cities. They will get their own apartment and become independent at quite an early age.
French au pairs will usually have experience in doing private baby-sitting as well as being camp counselors. The French BAFA is a certificate for young adults (17+ years old) to become qualified camp counselors during holidays or during the summer. Some French high school students receive first aid instructions although it is not a mandatory part of their curriculum.
The French’s driver’s exam (written and practical) is very challenging. One can drive with a parent in the car from 16 years old but the driver’s license can only be obtained at 18 years old. Dozens of hours of actual driving experience is required to obtain a license. Public transportation is well developed in large cities but young adults outside of the main cities will most likely own a car and drive regularly. It is always recommended that you discuss your driving needs with your au pair.
French students are required to learn two foreign languages (starting in middle school) and English must be one of the two. The English curriculum in France will focus a lot on reading and writing so French student will usually be better in writing and reading than listening and speaking. It may be useful with your French au pair to write down any guidelines and schedule to make sure they are understood. Also, it is not uncommon for the French to think that their spoken English is way worse than what it actually is!
Host a French Au Pair
Educate your children about a different culture by finding a live-in French nanny. Participate in an exchange experience that will enrich your family’s life by helping you learn more about France and the rest of the world. Relax knowing EurAupair thoroughly checks the background of our au pairs and has been designated by the U.S. Department of State, following federal guidelines put in place for your safety.
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Child Care Experience
From September 2018 to June 2019, I watched Constance (7) and Mathilde (5) for around 4 hours a week. My main responsibilities were getting them ready for school and feeding them breakfast. Additionally, from September 2018 to 2019, I babysat Hugo (4) for around 6 hours a week. I took him to and from school and activities and also played with him. I cared for Jules (2) for 6 hours a week for the month of September 2019. I transported her to and from school and her activities and also played with her. Finally, from September 2018 to October 2019, I babysat Camilo (4) and Eva (1), occasionally, as needed. I played with them, prepared meals for them, cleaned their dishes, bathed them, and got them ready for bed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
reading, hiking, listening to music, watching TV series & movies, going to the movies, writing, photography, traveling, theater, football, rugby, swimming, and basketball
Comments
I want to be an au pair and be in an exchange program in the USA because I love children and I want to be able to learn English and a new culture through them, especially since I think family is the core of every culture. Living and working with my host family will give me an incredible insight into how Americans live. I want to establish a good relationship with my host family and gain new skills for my future both personally and professionally. I want to be able to teach my family new skills like cooking, speaking French, and have new life experiences together. Mostly importantly, I love being around children; I love playing games, helping them, being active, comforting them, taking care of them, listening to them, organizing activities, making them dinner, and lastly supporting and encouraging them.
Child Care Experience
In November 2013 I worked at a preschool as an intern for days a week with a group of children ages 3 to 5 years old. I did activities with them such as reading with them, helping with meals, etc. Between May - July 2015 I worked at a school every day watching children ages 12 to 15 years old. Between February - March 2017 I worked at a school four days a week helping children with homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Shopping, taking out my dog, driving, eating, listening to music, reading books, spending time with my family, practicing sports, going to the gym, doing zumba, riding a bike, swimming.
Comments
I want to become a participant in the Au pair exchange program in the United States because I love speaking English and taking care of children. I am a patient person, and I take my time at explaining things. I am inventive, responsible, organized, mature, social, caring and honest. I cannot wait to meet my new host family!
Child Care Experience
Between 2010-2018 I took care of Noah (13), I took him to the school, played with him and helped him with homework. In 2017 I have been taking care of Alex (6), I took him to the museum and to the playground, I woke him up, dressed him, prepared meals for him, red him stories and put him down to sleep. In August 2016 I was a camp counselor, I was responsible for children 6-10 years old, I woke them up, dressed them, played with them, showered them and put them down to sleep. Between 2015-2018 I led a children's group in the church on the weekends, I was responsible for children 6 months-8 years old, I played with them prepared meals for them and did some activities with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Traveling, photography, cooking, arts, going to the museum and cinema, crafting, scrap-booking, singing, swimming, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding.
Comments
I am first aid certified. I want to become a participant in the au pair exchange program in the United States because I have already been an au pair and I had many experiences with children and it made me want to share on a longer term their life and see them grow, bring fun, joy and exchange. For me, it is always important to understand the needs of children and then offer them activities, outings, games related to their needs and expectations. I think my strengths are: a great imagination, patient, attentive to needs and expectations, responsibility, independence. I have a very good relationship with children. I hope to be able to bond very soon with your family and become a bit like a big sister to your children.