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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
From October 2023 to February 2024, I did an internship at an occupational therapy center taking care of children ages 4 to 7 years old. My responsibilities included preparing snacks, taking them to and supervising children at the playground, comforting children, assisting them with tasks, playing with the children, singing and reading to them, cleaning up, buying groceries, helping the children get dressed, and planning and preparing arts and crafts. During my internship, I supported children with developmental delays, motor skill difficulties, sensory processing issues, anxiety, and attention or behavioral challenges such as ADHD. I did another internship from April to July 2024 taking care of children ages 3 to 11 years old. My responsibilities included playing with the children, cleaning up, supervising the children around animals such as dogs, horses and chicken, planning, preparing and doing arts and crafts activities, comforting children, observing the therapist during their work. I worked with children who had speech and language delays, learning difficulties, social-emotional challenges, and developmental disorders. Finally, I babysat Lily (9) and Samuel (5) from March 2023 to February 2026 . I looked after them at the playground, played with them, drew pictures with them and cleaned up after them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, spending time with my family and friends, shopping, going to the movies, listening to music, going to concerts, decorating cookies or cakes, trampolining, going for walks, doing home workouts, practicing yoga, swimming. In the past, I did competitive artistic gymnastics, vaulting and horseback riding.
Comments
I want to become an au pair in the United States because I see it as a unique opportunity to get to know many new people and cultural exchange. Another important motivation for me is my genuine enjoyment of spending time with children. Through my school experience and personal life, I have had many opportunities to work with children in many different settings. I value the opportunity to support their development, creativity, and confidence in a meaningful way. Being an au pair is not just about childcare for me. It is about becoming a positive role model and building a trusting relationship. I am hoping to be like an older sister to the children and that you will consider me as an extended part of the family after the year. I consider myself well-qualified for this program because I am adaptable, open-minded and truly love being around children.
Child Care Experience
I looked after Nicol (8) from June 2022 to August 2023 five days a week. I helped with homework, prepared snacks, organized playtime activities, assisted with daily routine and took her to different activities. I babysat Dulcemaria (5mths) from March 2020 to January 2026. I supervised her, prepared and supported her routines. Lastly, I looked after Ainhoa (3) from February 2024 to February 2025. I helped her to use the toilet independently, I fed her, played wit her, and taught basic skills through games and everyday activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with my family, visiting small towns in Colombia, reading, doing outdoor activities with children, learning how to paint, dancing, going to the gym, roller skating, swimming, playing volleyball
Comments
I want to become an au pair in the USA because I love learning about new cultures and spending time with children. This program is a great opportunity to improve my English and grow personally. I am responsible, patient, and creative, and I enjoy planning educational and fun activities that help children learn and enjoy their time. My strengths are my positive attitude, sense of responsibility, and ability to adapt easily. I’m excited to be part of a host family, share my culture, and create meaningful memories together
Child Care Experience
I've looked after Billy (3) and Ian (2) since April 2022. I do all child care related duties including meal preparation, diaper change, getting the children dressed, brushing their teeth, playing with them and putting them to bed. In June 2025, I looked after Tor (5), Elias (6) and Marta (7). I played with them, prepared meals, took them to the playground, did arts and crafts, and spent time outdoors. I was a handball referee from 2022 to 2024 taking care of children ages 9 to 12 years old. My responsibilities included refereeing matches, explaining rules in a clear and pedagogical way, comforting children who were upset, and making sure that everyone felt seen, understood, and treated fairly. Finally, I've babysat Lisa (4) since August 2025 once a week. I play with her, prepare meals, take her to the beach or walks, and do fun activities with her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with family and friends, traveling, learning about politics and international relations, cultures, traditions and social norms, watching movies, shopping, taking care of my cats, going to the gym, playing handball and badminton, skiing
Comments
I want to be an au pair because I really want to experience America and see it the way it looks in the movies. I love to travel, and I have always wanted to visit the USA. I want to experience their culture and traditions that do not exist in Sweden. I would like to live or study in another country; it has always been my dream. I also like kids, and they usually like me too, so I thought it was a perfect opportunity. The best thing about spending time with kids is seeing their development and how they learn new things. I think my strengths are that I am pedagogical and enjoy teaching children new things, such as how to play a sport or, for example, when I teach my niece some English words. I know I would be a great au pair because of my ability to adapt, socialize, and talk to new people.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Zaccaria (1mth) from April 2022 to October 2025. I fed and bathed him, changed diapers, drove him, and played with him. I looked after Azzura (8) from June 2018 to October 2021. I helped with homework, played with her and helped with night time routine.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Singing, going to the movies, dancing, swimming, playing basketball and volleyball
Comments
I’d love to become an au pair in the USA because I see it as a real chance to grow, both personally and culturally. Living with an American family would help me improve my English in a natural way, and at the same time I’d enjoy sharing my own culture and traditions with them. I believe I’m a good fit for the EurAupair program because I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and taking care of them. I have experience with kids, which has helped me become patient, responsible, and adaptable. I know how important it is to create a safe and positive environment for them. My strengths are being reliable, easygoing, and creative. I like finding fun activities for kids, and I stay calm even in stressful situations. I’m also open-minded and curious, so I’m excited to experience a new culture and fully embrace this opportunity.
Child Care Experience
I took care of Dana Sofia (4 years old) and Jhoan Felipe (7 years old). I am responsible for preparing their meals, helping with bathing, playing with them, supporting their learning process, and organizing recreational activities. I worked at Kindergarten Ositos Felices, caring for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, from February 2023 to November 2023. During the week, I was responsible for taking care of the children, changing diapers, feeding them, organizing creative activities, and getting them ready for naps. I currently take care of Alison Dayana (5 years old) and Lian Camilo (2 months old). I am responsible for preparing meals, feeding the baby, bathing the baby, changing diapers, putting the baby to sleep, and doing activities with the baby.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Learning new languages, meeting new people, socializing, making friends, exploring libraries and parks, visiting new cities, playing football, and going to the gym.
Comments
This program is a great opportunity for me to learn and improve my language skills while also developing my abilities and growing as a person. Furthermore, I believe I am well-suited for this program because I have experience caring for children and truly enjoy spending time with them. I am also a loving, patient, and respectful person.
Child Care Experience
I volunteered at a natural reserve from October 2022 to May 2023 leading groups of 6-year-old children. My responsibilities included nature excursions, observing the sea (i.e. animals, water, marsh), ensuring safety and facilitating age appropriate educational content to the children. I volunteered at a Chimpanzee Conservation Center from November 2023 to February 2024 teaching groups of children ages 6 to 13 years old. My responsibilities included volunteering in different schools, teaching them about the food cycle, and doing workshops (i.e. crafts about the food cycle, crafts relating to nature). Finally, I looked after my siblings Kyeran (5) and Yleane (1) from October 2008 to July 2025. My responsibilities included helping with bath time, assisting with homework, going on excursions, doing activities, and helping with meals. I have some experience with children with special needs as my younger brother is on the autism spectrum.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, writing, taking care of animals (cats, chickens, sheep, goats), discovering new countries, spending time with family and friends, running, strength training, stretching, swimming, gymnastics, boxing, horseback riding, roller blading, practicing bachatta, dancing
Comments
It is really important to me to be a part of your family. I don’t want be considered just like an employee because family it is very important to me. I want to share joyful moments with you and your children (even the tears), create and do many activities, even in simple moments like making a cake or watching Disney. I like children's creativity, carefreeness, spontaneity and energy. I am used to take care of children in my familial environment : my sibling, cousins, and recently my nephew. My work in wildlife conservation has allowed me to work with various ages of kids.
Child Care Experience
From January 2024 to March 2025, I took care of Dulce (6) and Sara (4) for six hours, one day per week. I helped with homework and watched a series or a movie with the children. From November 2022 to March 2023, I took care of Luciana (8 months) for five hours, three days per week. I prepared bottles, changed diapers, gave baths and put the child to sleep. From February 2022 to April 2023, I took care of Juan (7) for eleven hours every Saturday. I accompanied the child to soccer lessons, prepared lunch, helped with homework, played and accompanied the child to the pool. From November 2021 to January 2022, I took care of Salmoe (4). I prepared snacks, played and practiced numbers, vowels and the alphabet with the child.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Singing, music, running, soccer, basketball, cooking, biking, movies, church, reading, writing, nature
Comments
The reason why I want to be an au pair is because I love interacting with children, I consider myself qualified for the program because I have had experience with children, all my life I have been surrounded by them, because I have several cousins, besides I love them, they give me energy, they make me laugh, they make me happy and I feel that I have the profile for the program, because I think I have the necessary things for it, things like, I like to cook; I know recipes, I love to make desserts, I'm also responsible, I'm affectionate, I'm outgoing, I have a lot of imagination, I don't like to sit still (in a good way), I have charisma, I'm empathetic, I like crafts, painting, drawing, running, playing, among many more things that will allow me to have an excellent connection with the children.
Child Care Experience
I took care of Guadalupe (2) and Vicente (7) from February 2022 to September 2022, where I woke them up, prepared meals, took them to school, played with them, and took them to doctor’s appointments. I also took care of Enzo Gonzalez (10) from December 2019 to March 2020, supervising him, preparing breakfast and simple meals, and organizing playtime and activities. In addition, I cared for Iara (5 months), Emily (4), and Renata (7) from January 2021 to December 2021, changing diapers, feeding and dressing the baby, assisting with homework, keeping their rooms and clothes organized and clean, and playing with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Pilates, running, going to the movies, exploring new places, listening to music, spending time outdoors.
Comments
I want to become an au pair in the USA because I am interested in personal and professional growth, improving my English, and experiencing a new culture from the inside. I enjoy working with children and being part of their development by providing care, responsibility, and emotional support. I consider myself qualified for the program because I have experience taking care of children, both within my family and independently. I am a responsible, organized, and patient person. I also have initiative, adapt easily to new environments, and am committed to my responsibilities. My main strengths are empathy, responsibility, patience, and my ability to create a safe and trusting environment for children.
Child Care Experience
I have been working as an acrobatic coach for children aged 5 to 12 since November 2022, and this position is ongoing. I coach acrobatics and supervise the group during training sessions once per week. I also worked with Yusuf, age 15, providing tutoring from July 2024 to September 2024. During this time, I worked five days a week and supported him with his learning. Additionally, I have been involved with a sports club, supervising children aged 7 to 14 during training sessions since April 2024, and this role is ongoing. I work once a week for one to two hours, where my responsibilities include supervising the children during training and practicing choreographies with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Show acrobatics, cheerleading, jogging and ride my bicycle, surfing, snowboarding, watching ice hockey or Formula 1, volleyball or the Olympics
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair in the USA because I love working with children. Watching them grow and building a strong connection with them is one of the main reasons I want to live with a host family. I especially enjoy doing activities with children, showing them new things, and learning from them, and I think being part of a family abroad is a wonderful experience. I am considering becoming a primary school teacher, so this is a special opportunity for me to work with children, live with a family abroad, and broaden my horizons. I am a responsible and empathetic person who is very helpful and able to understand others’ feelings. I try to make sure everyone around me is happy and to solve problems in a way that works for everyone and involves compromise. I also adapt well to new situations and enjoy learning from them.
Child Care Experience
From February to April 2026, I took care of a group of children from 3 to 13 years of age on Wednesdays and during school breaks. I distributed snacks, supervised nap time, did activities with the children and supervised recess time. From March to November 2025, I took care of Lywen (9) and Albane (5) during school breaks and on the weekends. I prepared meals, assisted with bath time, and played games with the children. During the month of June 2024, I did a one-week internship with a group of children in 4th and 5th grade. I assisted the teacher in the classroom and helped manage the students. From July 2023 to February 2026, I took care of Sacha (3) during school breaks and on the weekends. I took the child on outings and played games with the child.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Walking, movie nights, cinema, reading, music, dancing, singing, cooking, baking, family, board games, animals, horseback riding, volleyball, badminton, cycling, tennis, badminton, volleyball
Comments
Since I was little, I like taking care of children. Every time there are children, such as family meals or holidays, I spend my time with them and I like to be with them. I have always liked to play, chat and do activities to see them having fun. For me, seeing happy children is the most beautiful reward. I appreciate the more responsible part of taking care of them : meals, bedtime, helping them with hygiene and homeworks. I like to ensure their well-being and development. I find children fascinating because they are curious, spontaneous and full of energy. I also chose to volunteer in a day camp center and even interned in a school. I am patient, attentive and motivated to create a relationship of trust with the children and the family that will welcome me.
