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Portugal
The Portuguese can be described as easy-going, welcoming and polite, known to be willing to go out of their way to help others. You and your children will enjoy experiencing this friendliness, attentiveness and other common cultural attributes when you host an au pair from Portugal.And, as people in Portugal respect authority and look to those above them for guidance and decision-making, you can be assured that your Portuguese au pair will like [Read more...]
The Portuguese can be described as easy-going, welcoming and polite, known to be willing to go out of their way to help others. You and your children will enjoy experiencing this friendliness, attentiveness and other common cultural attributes when you host an au pair from Portugal.And, as people in Portugal respect authority and look to those above them for guidance and decision-making, you can be assured that your Portuguese au pair will likely appreciate clear guidelines from her host family to integrate into your way of life.
In Portugal, almost all children under the age of three are looked after by family or informal babysitters. Nurseries and child care centers are not common, which is typical of a country with a lot of financial support for stay-at-home mothers. In general, your Portuguese au pair will have a lot of babysitting experience from looking after her siblings, cousins and other relatives.
With over 30 years of experience worldwide, EurAupair has successfully connected many host families with their ideal au pairs. We’re excited to give you experience with one of our Portuguese au pairs.
General Facts About Portugal
If you've spoken with other families who have had au pairs, they've probably said that the best thing about the experience was the cultural exchange between their family and the au pair. Your children will have the unique experience of learning an array of riveting facts about the nation, including the following:
- Over 10 million people currently live in Portugal.
- Nearly half a million of these people live in Lisbon, the nation’s capital.
- Portugal has a rich history. While the country became a kingdom in 1139, the city of Lisbon is older than Rome and is one of the oldest cities in Europe.
- Many languages are spoken in Portugal besides Portuguese, including English, Spanish and French.
- Au pairs are a fairly new concept in Portugal.
- The job market often opens for Portuguese au pairs after they come home.
Portuguese Family and Children
Family is the foundation of Portuguese social structure and forms the basis of stability. The extended family is quite close, and loyalty to the family comes before other social relationships. Young people stay with their parents until they get married or find a job that enables them to have their own place. Sometimes grandparents live in the same house as the rest of the family.
Children are very much appreciated; not only the parents but also the older siblings look very carefully after them. When the parents go out, they normally take their young children with them. That is why Portuguese children go to bed later than they do in countries like the USA.
Cultural Norms
In Portugal, punctuality is not seen as important. In fact, it is polite to arrive five minutes late, so punctuality might not be the au pair’s top priority.
Portugal is a generally conservative nation, particularly in the northern part of the country. You’ll likely find that your au pair is initially reserved and avoids displaying exuberant behavior. Handshakes are a common greeting upon an initial meeting, while women who are close friends often kiss each other on each cheek from right to left.
Driving Skills
In order to obtain your driver’s license in Portugal, one needs to pass a theoretical and driving exam, after a minimum of 32 hours of driving practice. People of at least 18 years of age will be allowed to drive. Of course, it is always recommended that you discuss your driving needs when interviewing au pairs.
Education
Similar to in the U.S., the Portuguese begin the school year in September and end in June.Education in Portugal is free and compulsory until the age of 18, when students complete the 12th grade.
English is an optional subject in elementary school, as of 5th grade all students need to study the English language. In average, the English level of our Portuguese au pairs can be described as good. They usually feel more comfortable with written English, at least at the beginning of the au pair program.
A large percentage of Portuguese women attend university, and those who don’t pursue higher education go directly into the workforce or pick up a trade. Many young women appreciate the educational opportunities granted to them by the au pair program.
Religion
Over 80 percent of the Portuguese population professes faith in Roman Catholicism. However, most young people don’t practice their faith regularly, and only about a third of the population regularly attends religious services.
Diet
Most Portuguese individuals eat meat — especially fish — and you’ll find that vegetarianism is rather uncommon. They traditionally prefer heavy dishes made from fish and seafood, beef, dairy, fruits and vegetables.
Find a Portuguese Au Pair Who Is Right for Your Family
When you're inviting someone to live in your home and care for your children, you want it to be a great fit. At EurAupair, we understand that you need to develop a bond with your au pair to have the best relationship you can.
If you're ready to begin looking for an au pair, search through our many profiles. There, you'll find their past experience and why they're interested in being an au pair. When you find women who you believe are a good fit for your family, you can contact them to see if it would be agreeable for both you and them.
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Child Care Experience
Between January 2016 and March 2017, I cared for Alejandro (4) for 24 hours/week. My responsibilities were meal preparation, helping with homework, and playing with her. I took care of Kendall (2) and Kony (1) for 20 hours/week from December 2014 until January 2016. It included doing their laundry, supervising them, and diaper changing. Lastly, I cared for Caeli (1) for 16 hours a week from April 2017 until March 2018. I prepared meals and bottles, entertained her, changed diapers, and cleaned after her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
cooking, editing in photoshop, being with my family and eating together, going for coffee, baking desserts, going to the movies, going to the park, being with my friends, swimming
Comments
I chose the Au Pair program to get to know the United States, to learn from a new culture, and to improve my English language skills in order to grow professionally and personally. I would like to be part of an American family and I am looking forward to helping my future host family with all their needs and, of course, the children. I would treat your children as if they were my siblings. I expect to be her big sister and teach them all my good values and traditions.
Child Care Experience
From October 2015 until June 2016, I took care of Robin (6 years) and helped with school work, took him to and from school, played with him, and bathed him. From 2014 until 2018k, I have taken care of Ayden (3 years) and Loane (4 years). I bathed them, played with them, prepared food for and with them, and put them to bed reading bedtime stories to them. From September 2017 until April 2018, I took care of Inaya (4 years) and accompanied her to school, prepared food with and for her, as well as played with her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
going to cinema, reading books, ice skating, going to the gym, basketball
Comments
I am first-aid certified. The USA is a country that I particularly love since childhood. I love children and I had the opportunity to work with them during my studies. The Au Pair job would allow me to take care of children while improving my English, which is essential for my future job. That's why I chose the EurAupair program. I am excited for the experience and the enrichment that this year abroad will bring.
Child Care Experience
From August 2015 until September 2017 I cared for Santiago (newborn) for 25 hours/week. My responsibilities were children meal preparation, bathing, doing children's laundry, light housekeeping, etc. From February until May 2016 I cared for Regina (7) for 15 hours/week who was mentally and physically handicapped. It included meal preparation, driving her, bathing. supervising. Lastly, between June and December 2018, I cared for Santiago (6) for 25 hours a week. It included supervising, preparing meals, driving him to school, doing, and planning activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, mainly about my career, knowing new places, going on excursions with family or friends, cooking, learning different and new things, dancing, practicing martial arts.
Comments
I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I chose the au pair program because I consider it a program that will help me improve my language and return to Mexico for better personal and professional opportunities. I love developing as a family and this program gives me that opportunity. I am a person who loves being at home and with family, I always like to learn new things and teach what I know.
Child Care Experience
From December 2018 until March 2019, I took care of Esteban (5 years). I did homework with him, cleaned his room, prepared meals for him, and played with him. From June until August 2017 and from December 2017 until January 2018, I took care of two children (4 years and 9 months). I prepared their meals, helped the older one with homework, played with them, and bathed them. From June 2018 until August 2019, I took care of Mariana (3 years) and helped her taking showers, played with her, and supported her doing her homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
go to the cinema, watch movies in my house with my family and friends, spend time with family & friends, learn new things, travel and get to know different cities of my country, listen to music, read some books, play soccer
Comments
I want to be an Au Pair because I love children, I am very patient with them, I like to spend my time with them, and children make me remember the happy moments that I spent in my childhood. I would like to improve to understand and speak English and learn more about your country, culture, traditions, and customs. I want to become even more independent. I would like to be able to teach you a little bit about my culture and above all, I want to be like a friend and older sister of children, take care of them every day my culture and, mainly, I want to support your family in every possible way.
Child Care Experience
Between May-September 2019 I cared for Ana (3) for 25 hours a week. It included meal preparation, bathing, light housekeeping, doing laundry and supervising. Between January-June 2019 I cared for Magaly (2) for 20 hours a week. I prepared meals for him, planned activities, drove him, supervised him. Between January-August 2019 I also cared for in infant Nathan (1) for 21 hours a week. I bathed him, prepared meals for him, planned activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Going to the gym, going out with my sister and friends to drink coffee and going out to see new small towns, eating together with my family or walking, practicing sports, running, watching the sky and the landscape of nature is a beauty.
Comments
First, I want to become an au pair exchange program participant in the USA because is a safe and reliable program that guarantees learning in all senses and in a mutual way. I consider myself a qualified person not only for the safety of myself and the knowledge I have acquired but also for the good comments I have received from colleagues, friends, and people who have been close to me and know me. I have also discovered that I have a very nice connection with the children and in a short time, a relationship of affection and mutual esteem is generated.
Child Care Experience
From Jan 2019 to Jan 2020 I babysat Yamac from the ages of 6 to 18 monts old for 5 hours a day, 5 days in a week.My responsibilities include waking him up,prepared meals, feed him, changed his diapers, did his laundry,took him to the park,played with him and do gentle massages for comfortable sleep. Between September 2017 and September 2018, 5 days in a week 7 hours a day, I took care of Caglar (5). I prepared his meals, we did art and craft, I took him to the park and taught him how to ride a bike. Between March 2015 and April 2016, 2 days in a week 5 hours a day, I cared for Elisa (3), I prepared meals for her, played with her, taught her colors, numbers and name of animals.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Traveling, doing sports, horseback riding, watching movies, reading personal development book, dancing, listening to music, cooking, fitness, Pilates, camping, hiking, going to the beach, swimming, jogging, cycling, exploring new places
Comments
I want to be an au pair because I have never seen looking after children as a job. Instead the times I spent with them were the gift I gave my own self and this will be an amazing experience for me. I want to improve my English, I really want to experience your daily American life and to learn more about your culture. I want to see different places and make new friends. I am mature and I am used to take responsibility both for others and myself. I can easily adjust to new situations. I’m very good at swimming and I love riding a horse. I’d love to teach your children how to swim and ride a horse.I’m good at math, I can help your children with their homework and help them to learn about the magical world of math. I want to be older sister and be part of your nice family.I would like to start this new phase of my life and eager to know who will be my host family.
Child Care Experience
Between January 2015 - November 2017, I took care of Jessie (4) and Jaymie (7), I bathed them, prepared meals for them and played with them. Between February 2017 - May 2019 I cared for Tiya (4), Rahil (6) and Kira (8), I bathed them, fed them, entertained them, took them to the play-dates and baking with them. Since December 2016 I have been working as a camp counselor with children between 7-15 years old, I played with them, organized activities for them, supervised them during meal time and bed time.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Swimming, going to the nature, camping, fishing, reading, writing, drawing, singing, cooking, going to the gym.
Comments
I love travelling and experiencing new traditions, cultures, languages and ways of life. The USA is a country filled with many groups of people and I can't wait to experience this diversity and learn about many new cultures. I also want to travel around the country and experience as much as possible while I am there. I am very good with children, they love me and I truly love them! I think my experience and my love for children makes me a good candidate for this program. I have babysat for many years, and I believe that being a camp counselor shows how capable I am looking after children of most age groups. I want to become close to my host family and I want to make many new friends while I am living in the USA.
Child Care Experience
**I am willing to care for children 1 year and older.** From June 2018 to January 2019 I cared for Natalia (1) 6 days per week. I used to prepare meals for her, feed her, change her diapers, and teach her how to walk and talk. From July 2015 to October 2015 I cared for Gianna (1) 5 days a week. My responsibilities were feeding, diaper changing, playing with her, and putting her to sleep. Between March and June 2016 I worked in a kindergarten taking care of children ages 3 to 6 years old from Monday to Friday. My responsibilities were supervising children and their activities and assisting them at meal times.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to music, playing video games, reading, drawing, watching design videos, eating many cultural meals, playing basketball and soccer.
Comments
I would like to learn new cultures, teach children about Mexico, its customs and tradition, learn English for a professional and personal future, and thus achieve my goals. I consider myself a very patient person and friendly with children, I like to share moments with children and teach them different things. My personality is based on that I am very loving, responsible, humble, respectful, and honest, these values I learned from my parents, they are different but they knew how to educate me well.
Child Care Experience
Between May and October 2018, I cared for Derin (6 months) and Miray (5) for 3 days a week. It included meal preparation, feeding, bathing, and changing Derin's diapers, as well as driving Miray to activities. Between March and May 2019, I did an internship at the pediatric taking care of newborns. It included bathing, feeding, diaper changing, measuring vital signs, and making treatments. Between February and May 2019, I cared for Ela (3) and Can (4) for 3 days a week. I prepared meals for them, did their laundry, played games with them, and took them to parks.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
going to the theater, cinema and opera, watching movies, dancing, joining in volunteer activities, visiting a nursing home and the house of orphans, exploring new places, traveling, team working, riding a bicycle, practicing volleyball, going to the gym, hiking
Comments
I am first-aid certified. I meet every age of children at hospitals and I want to improve my skills with them. I want to experience American culture and gain international childcare experience. My strengths are being patient, loving and tolerant. I believe the best way to get to know a culture is to find out where it comes from. I want to see the different parts of the world with different aspects and also improve my English skills. I hope for lots of excellent memories in the USA.
Child Care Experience
Between July 2018 and December 2018, I took cafe of Lara (18 months). I used to watch her, I played with her, prepared meals for her, gave her bottles, changed diapers, and put her to sleep. In 2019, I took care of Yasmin (2 years). It included meal preparation, diaper changing, putting her to sleep. I worked at an English School as a volunteer from April 2019 until March 2020. There, I was teaching children between the ages 4 to 16. I helped with basic self-care activities, supported them, and developed crafts during classes.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
doing crafts, traveling, cooking, going to the gym, dancing, singing, reading, watching series, being in contact with children, learning English, getting to know new people, meeting new cultures, visiting new places, running, practicing cross-fit
Comments
I was responsible for children already many times in my life. Over these years, I had many wonderful experiences with them, so I have decided to become an Au Pair. I'm responsable, honest, and happy. I would love to take care even more of children, visit new places, and get to know new cultures. Additionally, I'd like to improve my English, In General, I think that the Au Pair year is a great experience for personal development and growth.