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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
I babysat Damian (4 months) from January to April 2022, seven times a week. I fed, change diapers and played. From August 2017 to June 2019 I looked after Colibri (4), twice a week. I dressed and took care of them. I babysat Carnikids (1, 17) from June 2019 to January 2020, twice a week. I entertained them, played and took pictures.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Acting, singing, dancing, listening music, reading, writing, knowing new places, traveling, watching series, playing kikingball, volleyball, swimming.
Comments
I want to be an Au Pair because I like children very much, I love working with them, it gives me joy and I find it a very nice experience, besides, it gives me the possibility to study a new language and to have a completely special experience for my growth as a person. I consider that I am qualified, because I have worked with children for a long time, I get along well with them, I know how to talk to them so that they gain confidence and affection, without losing respect. I have little cousins and I love to play and share with them. Also, I am responsible, disciplined, sweet, outgoing and I love to entertain others, I can teach them games, acting, singing, dancing and spending time with them.
Child Care Experience
I took care of Santiago (4) from January to July 2017, 2 days a week for 4 hours a day. I played with him, dressed him, entertained him and bathed him. From March 2018 to April 2019, 5 days a week for 6 hours a day, I looked after a group of children ages 2 to 6 in a kindergarten. I fed them, bathed them, put them to sleep, dressed them and entertained them. Between July and October 2019, 5 days a week for 4 hours a day, I cared for a group of children ages 5 to 10. I taught them numbers, the alphabet, animals and helped with homework. From February to May 2020, 5 days a week for 2 hours a day, I babysat Eliel since he was born. I made his bottle, changed his diapers and washed him. Between May and October 2020, 5 days a week for 6 hours a day, I looked after a group of children ages 1 to 6 in a kindergarten. I fed them, bathed them, put them to sleep, dressed them and entertained them. From November 2020 to February 2021, I babysat Savannah since she was born. I gave her the bottle, changed her diapers adn washed her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Working out, makeup, styling, cooking, swimming, travelling, making crafts, watching movies, karaoke, outdoor activities like playing volleyball and riding my bike, athletics, yoga
Comments
I want to be an au pair because I want to share with kids I love the kids so I think I have the best attitude to work with them, to learn from them and teach them too, to improve my English and it is so good because I would be living with a native family and I would share with native kids so I'm going to be able to learn the language every day. I want to travel to the USA. I like new things and being an au pair would be an enriching experience. I consider myself like qualified to participate in the program because I'm the oldest sister in my family and I know how to take care of kids, I also have the knowledge and required skills to do it, I know how to drive, swim, apply first aids and I have experience with kids from all ages, I would know how to deal with certain scenarios because I have done it before. On the other hand my strengths are responsibility, honesty, love, organization and creativity.
Child Care Experience
From JAN until JUL 2018, I took care of Lorenzo (10 months). I fed him, did recreational activities with hum, and bathed him. From AUG until DEC 2019, I was in charge of Augustina (7 years). I prepared breakfast for her and supported her with her homework. Since MAR 2020, I am responsible for a group of children between the ages 3 to 14 years. I am their English teacher.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
dancing, reading, growing vegetables, baking cakes, listening music, Taekwondo, Zumba
Comments
I want to be au pair because I want to improve my English and get to know a new place and enjoy a new life that is different from mine. I will be very good at this job because I have been taking care of children for a long time and I know how to adapt to their needs. Also, I would like to experience the cultural exchange with a host family that has a different culture. I was always a big fan of the American Culture. I feel ready for the challenge and will do everything I can to build a great relationship with my future host family.
Child Care Experience
I am willing to take care of children ages 2 years and older. Between September 2022 - April 2023, I used to work at a gym with children ages 10 months to 4 years old. My responsibilities included preparation of mini-games and construction of a gymnastics course in order to develop their motricity. Between 2016-2023, I trained track and field children's groups ages 6 to 8 and 10 to 14 years old. My responsibilities included training, bringing them to competitions, and helping with camps. Between 2021-2022, I worked at a track and field camp with groups of children ages 9 to 17 years old. My responsibilities included waking up time, organization of training, meal time, shower time, and bedtime. Between January 2015 - December 2018, I cared for Malya (7). My responsibilities included waking her up, taking her to school activities, cooking, showering, homework help, and bedtime.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Going to the movie theater, hanging out with my friends, discovering different places, traveling, practicing sports like football, basketball, tennis table, rugby, track and field, climbing.
Comments
I would like to become an au pair participant because I want to join a family and take care of the children of this family. I used to do babysitting with my sister and I know that is something that I love. I spend a lot of time with children, I love their company and I love to share many experiences with them so why not in a foreign country? It is a good way to learn a lot about their culture that I don’t really know and it is also a good way to share my French culture with them and their children. I consider myself qualified to participate in the EurAupair program thanks to all my qualities. Indeed, I’m serious, dynamic, patient, helpful. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I love working with children. Furthermore, I take real pleasure to play with them or to take them to the park or somewhere else.
Child Care Experience
In April 2019, I did an internship at a kindergarten taking care of children ages 3 months to 6 years old. I fed the children, and played and did fun activities with them. From July to August 2019, I worked at a zoo supervising and caring for a group of children ages 6 to 9 years old, five times a week. I did fun activities with the children and taught them about animals. I've babysat Luca since he was born in October 2015. I take care of him and do light housekeeping.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with friends, travelling, sight-seeing, playing soccer, swimming, skiing
Comments
I want to become an au pair because I enjoy working with children. I think that I’m really empathetic and good-natured, but at the same time I try to implement a loving rigor towards children.
Child Care Experience
From September 2021 to January 2023, I took care of Julian (1) four days a week. I prepared meals, drove, bathed, played, planned and supervised child's activities. From June to august 2022, I took care of a group of 7 kids, 2 to 14 years of age. I prepared meals, gave baths, did laundry, and planned activities for the children. From April to August 2022, I took care of Carlos (4) three days a week. I did laundry, changed diapers, and supervised. From February 2021 to January 2022, I took care of Carlos (1), on the weekends. I prepared meals, changed diapers, played, and planned activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, dancing, hiking, reading, and watching movies
Comments
I want to become an Aupair because I really love spend time with children, and I can teach new things, also is the opportunity to be part of an American family and learn about American culture. I wish work together as a team I am qualified because I was working hard to be an excellent Aupair. I am a loving person, very patient, responsible and concerned about the welfare of children, I take care of them as if they were my family and like a teacher I learned a many things about stages of development and others that can help me with my job as Aupair and babysitter.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Alejandro (3) from April to November 2017, five times a week. I picked him up from daycare, prepared meals, put him to bed, cleaned his room, bathed and took him for walks. From November 2018 to May 2019, I looked after Bruno (3mths), five times a week. I prepared bottles, changed his clothes, prepared meals, bathed him and took him for walks. I babysat Maite (7mths) from June 2019 to January 2020, three times a week. I prepared meals, changed diapers, played with him, cleaned her room, took her for walks and put her to bed. From April to July 2020, I looked after Bastian (4), three times a week. I prepared meals, cleaned his room, played with him and put him to bed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to music, watching movies, reading, singing, dancing, traveling, playing volleyball and soccer, swimming, exercising
Comments
I want to be an Aupair because I have a lot of experience in taking care of children. I also like to play and spend time with them. I like to travel and it is a good way to do both things. Also improve my English and learn the American culture.
Child Care Experience
From February 2017 to February 2020, I cared for Axel (11 months old). I cared for him, fed him, took him to daycare, bathed him and played with him. From March 2020 to January 2021, I cared for Guadalupe (7), Gonzalo (5) and Diego (5 months old). I took care of them, prepared their breakfast and lunch and played with them. From March to November 2021, I cared for Lara (11). I took care of her and helped her with homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, painting, drawing, watching series and movies, soccer, volleyball, walking in the park, camping, swimming and basketball to but I am not good at playing it.
Comments
I want to be part of this experience because I consider it to be a great opportunity not only in my daily life but also in relation to my university career and I believe that I am qualified to be part of the program because I have the necessary skills to make it a great experience in my lifetime. I also love children and I want to make an impact on their life. I think my strengths are: - I'm good at listening - I'm creative - friendly - I learn fast -responsible -organized - pet lover.
Child Care Experience
I cared for a group of children ages 2 to 7 years old from July 2018 to August 2022 at a summer camp. My responsibilities included supervising the children, and organizing and leading various activities. I babysat Diego (5) from August to October 2021. My responsibilities included waking him up, preparing meals, tidying up the kitchen, planning activities, dressing him and taking him to the park. I watched a group of kids ages 3 to 15 years old form September 2022 to March 2023. My responsibilities included helping the children with homework, preparing activities, and supervising them. I looked after a group of kids ages 1 to 6 years old from July 2022 to January 2023. My responsibilities included observing the children and help improve their social skills, setting up routines and preparing educational activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, baking, painting, drawing, listening to music, singing, learning new languages, going to the movies, spending time with friends and family, going to the gym, playing tennis and volleyball, watching football
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair because I think this is a great experience, this is definitely a very rewarding process. However, I know that also means taking on new responsibilities, experiencing highs and lows and doing all kinds of things for the very first time. Sometimes it may be difficult, but also sometimes there will be wonderful moments, because this experience consist of that, of learning. I consider myself qualified because I mainly enjoy spending time with children, also I’m a very responsible person, who respect the value of work and trust. I feel prepared to take on this big responsibility, I can’t wait to know my future Host Family and left a beautiful mark on my host kids, that is what I want to achieve. I can’t be more happy to start this new experience, I’m grateful for this opportunity, I'm going to make the most of it.
Child Care Experience
I volunteered in a day care taking care of children ages 1 month old to 4 years old from July to October 2022, five times a week. I put them to sleep, bathed, prepared meals, fed, changed clothes and played. From February to September 2021 I looked after Lucas (6), five times a week. I put him to sleep, bathed, prepared meals, fed, changed clothes and played. I babysat Aryan (5) from January to May 2019, five times a week. I bathed, put him to sleep, prepared meals, fed and played.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Travelling, photography, listening to music, dancing, Gym
Comments
I decided to become an Au Pair because I am a reliable person with many experiences with children of all ages, in addition it has always been my dream to get to know better, to immerse myself in a new culture and learn a new language.
