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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 September 2023 to August 2024, I took care of Sara (6), for four hours, Monday to Friday. I got the child ready for school, prepared food and snacks, did child's hair, took child to school, picked up child from school and helped with homework. From June to July 2023, I took care of Samuel (9). I prepared snacks, took child to vacation activities, did laundry, tidied up, played and went swimming with the child. From November 2022 to February 2023, I took care of Ariatna (2). I prepared lunch, did crafts, singing, piano, played and put child down for naps. From October 2022 to March 2023, I helped out at Kindergarten Jungle Kinds with children from 11 months to 6 years of age for four hours on Tuesday to Thursday. I taught English, Math, Spanish, dancing, drawing, singing, and prepared snacks.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Painting, drawing, crafting, traveling, badminton, swimming, cycling, Ping pong
Comments
I have always liked children and I enjoy sharing with them and learning from them, I am a very loving and responsible person, I like to be able to provide my knowledge to children so that they grow as independent, responsible, honest, loving people. and very happy with themselves. I am a fairly positive and happy person, I will always take care of your children as if they were my siblings. I like to provide solutions to problems and learn from everyday situations so that children become aware of the importance of good behavior. I want to be an au pair because I am very excited to learn about American culture and the people of the United States. I love the language and I want to continue improving it with the host family and be able to teach them Spanish and my Colombian culture. I want to know new places to learn from them.
Child Care Experience
From January 2016 to February 2025, I occasionally took care of Loise (6) and Gabin (7) when their parents were at work. I helped with homework, prepared food, supervised the children, drove the children to activities, played board games and Playmobile, took the children shopping and to the cinema and put the children to sleep. From July 2022 to October 2024, I took care of Hugo (7) and Alice (2) during school vacations. I helped with homework, played board games, prepared breakfast and lunch and tidied up the kitchen. During winter break in December 2024, I helped out in a Day camp with children from 12 to 17 years of age. I did activities and crafts with the children and helped with daily life and activities. For a week in April 2024, I helped out at a children's camp center with a group of children from 3 to 5 years of age. I woke up the children, helped with breakfast, did activities, crafted with the children, did reading with the children, played outside, assisted with snacks, played dress-up with the children, cooked with the children, and took the children to the farm and to the pool.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time outside, music, movies, the cinema, crafting, decorating photo frames, running, pilates, zumba
Comments
The passage of an aupair is not just a passage but a person that we include in our family. That's why I want to become an au pair, I don't just want to take care of children and visit the country. I want to take care of children and create a bond with them and become their big sister. I want to share moments with them that they will never forget and that I will never forget. We will become a family. Their well-being will be at the heart of my commitment as an au pair.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Audan (6mths) from November 2023 to February 2024. I changed diapers, fed him and played with him. I looked after Yeidan (3) from May to September 2024. I played with him, took him to school, fed and bathed him, practiced some words in English, colors and numbers. I babysat Dahiana (3) from September 2020 to September 2023. I fed and bathed her, combed her fair, took her to school, taught her English words, numbers, letters, and colors.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Dancing, theater, reading, making crafts and balloon decorations, visiting new places, playing volleyball and basketball
Comments
I want to participate in the au pair program for the main reasons that I really like working with children and being with them opens doors for me to get to know other countries and learn about different cultures and languages.
Child Care Experience
From August 2022 to April 2023, I took care of Damian (1). I prepared child's bottle, gave baths, changed diapers, read stories to child, did activities to stimulate child's senses, listened to songs and put child down for naps. From February to June 2022, I took care of Emely (5) and Angel (8). I prepared breakfast, lunch and snacks, changed clothes, played with toys, helped children learn vowels and numbers, crafts with clay, watched movies, dropped off at school and helped with homework. From August to November 2021, I took care of William (3). I prepared meals, gave baths, changed clothes, played with toys, went to the park, crafts, and helped with vowels and numbers. From February to May 2021, I took care of Melani (9). I helped with homework and different subjects, played with toys, crafts, picked child up from school and prepared lunch. From March to October 2019, I took care of Sara (4). I prepared meals, gave baths, got clothes ready, combed hair, went to the park, painting, crafts, played with toys and checked on child during nap time.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Dancing, the gym, biking, crafts, traveling, singing, the cinema, swimming, cooking, reading, soccer, basketball, swimming, roller skating
Comments
I feel that I am capable of achieving everything I set out to do, I always been a very responsible person, kind and above all very affectionate and loving with children. I am creative, honest, active and flexible to any changes. I have always been very proactive and hard-working. This will be a great opportunity to teach my culture and skills to the kids and contribute to their personal growth. I want to learn from them, their traditions and and customs. I want to teach the kids important values that allow them to face the world and I want to create meaningful memories and experience throughout the year. This experience will take me out my comfort zone which will help me to acquire more skills not only to improve my English level but also my independence level.
Child Care Experience
*I am willing to take care of kids older than 2 years old* From November 2019 to January 2021, I cared for Darianny (4). I bathed her, I fed up her and helped with their homework. From September 2021 to October 2023, I cared for Mia (5). My responsibilities included: dressing her, feeding her up and taking her to school. From July 2016 to July 2019, I cared for Perla (3). I played with her and taught her things.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Go out, go to the gym, ride a bicycle, meet friend, watch movie, read a book and listen to music. I like to play, ride a bike, play with dogs and I want to learn how to ride a horses. Voleibol, basketball, football
Comments
I want to be an Au pair because I like to be around the child and I love to give them affection. I considered myself like a responsible and organized girl who can do whatever she things. I like to take care of children and make sure they are always save. I enjoy playing with them, teaching them something new, singing or even dancing
Child Care Experience
I took care of Loan (5 months to 20 months) from November 2023 to February 2025. My responsibilities included helping with meals, changing diapers, playing with the baby, dressing the child, doing activities, and putting the child to sleep. I also took care of Maelys (4 months to 4 years old) from September 2020 to December 2024. My responsibilities included feeding her, changing her diaper, bathing her, playing with her, and doing activities and games with her. I cared for Manoe (3 to 6 years old) and Elouen (7 to 10 years old) from July 2021 to February 2025, often. My responsibilities included helping with meals, changing them, playing with the kids, bathing them, doing crafts, and helping with homework. Lastly, I worked at an at-home daycare with kids ages 3 months to 5 years old from March 2021 to March 2025. My responsibilities included helping with meals, going on outings to the park, changing diapers, feeding them, putting them down for a nap, going on walks with the kids, playing games, and reading to them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Traveling, listening to music, walking, spending time with my family, studying, working, and going to the pool, climbing, and swimming. I also like to parachute and to ski.
Comments
I want to be an AuPair first of all because I love children! I look after children every weekend, and every day I am with the children that my mother cares for as a maternal assistant. I would like to be like a big sister to my future host kids.
Child Care Experience
From 09/2023 to 01/2025 I cared for Marc (9). I would tutor him twice a week. From 01/2023 to 06/2023 I cared for children ages 4 to 10 years old on the weekends. I would care for them and plan activities. From 03/2024 to 06/2024 I cared for children ages 5 to 10 years old on the weekends. I would care for them and plan activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
going to gym, cooking, watching tv, travel, swimming, running, dance, football, tennis and volleyball
Comments
Becoming an au pair in the U.S. is a dream opportunity for me, combining adventure, cultural exchange, personal growth, and working with children. I’ve always loved travel, and this role would let me immerse myself in American culture, experience life firsthand, and learn valuable lessons. One of my goals is to improve my English, and living in an English-speaking environment is the best way to do this. I’m also excited to teach Spanish to the children I care for, fostering a mutually enriching exchange. Working with children is my dream job, I find it rewarding to support their growth. Their curiosity inspires me, and I would bring enthusiasm, patience, and love for kids into my work. Becoming an au pair in the U.S. offers the perfect balance of personal growth and pursuing my passions. It’s an amazing chance to learn, grow, and create lasting memories.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Brianna (4mths) from December 2016 to December 2019. I prepared meals, fed and bathed her, played with her, took her for walks and dropped her off to school when she was older. I babysat Ethan (2mths) from November 2019 to December 2024. I fed and bathed him, prepared his meals, went for walks with him and took him to and from school. I looked after Valentina (3) from February 2021 to August 2023. I taught her reading, prepared meals for her and played with her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to music, singing karaoke, going to concerts, traveling, spending time in nature and the countryside, drinking mate, going to the movies, reading, cooking, drawing, painting, doing my make up, bike riding, playing and coaching volleyball competitively.
Comments
I want to be an AuPair because I think it is an excellent opportunity for my future, for my life and the experience would be something unforgettable. It is a unique opportunity to get to know another culture and customs, to share my culture, way of life and lifestyle, and to get to know my host family. Also to take care and watch the children grow up, give them love and share good moments with them. I am willing to leave my normality to be able to travel and be an AuPair.
Child Care Experience
From April to June 2023, I cared for a group of children aged between 1 and 2 years old. I gave them meals, I put them to sleep, we played and I taught them colors, numbers, shapes. From January 2021 to December 2022, I cared for a group of children aged between 3 and 12 years old. I was a party recreator and entertainer, park caretaker and I was in charge to fed them and give them snacks. From January 2021 to September 2023, I cared for Victoria (11). I prepared her meals and I kept an eye of her, we did games, I helped with her homework and I taught her how to play chess. From August 2021 to August 2023, I cared for Maximo (9 months) and Luciano (3). I took care of them, we played together, I gave them food and I put them in bed for their naps.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Photography and editing, modelling, makeup, going out, spending time with friends and family, going to the cinema, reading, going to the gym, swimming.
Comments
I want to be an au pair because the program catches my attention, mainly getting to know a new culture, the language, working with children, traveling and growing as a person, I will be a good au pair because I like productivity, following routines, I like order, driving, cooking and sharing with the family, I consider myself to be a kind, responsible person, with common sense and respectful.
Child Care Experience
From 03/2022 to 08/2024 I cared for Ben (9) 1-3 times a month. My duties included playing games, doing handicrafts, getting ready and bringing to bed, reading, going on walks and to the playground, painting, learning, and preparing dinner. From 09/2021 to 05/2024 I cared for children ages 6 to 13 once a week. I would organize activities and care for the children. In August 2024 I participated in a Kindergarten internship for one week and cared for children ages 1 to 6. I would play, help with eating and other activites.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
reading, horses, music, traveling, soccer, badminton and Pilates
Comments
Becoming an au pair in the USA through the EurAupair program is an exciting opportunity that allows me to immerse myself in a new culture while providing childcare. I believe it offers a unique chance to develop my language skills, gain international experience, and create lasting memories with a family. Firstly, I have experience coaching children in a sports club or babysitting and tutoring them. This has equipped me with the skills to engage with kids of different ages and understand their needs. My strengths include strong communication skills, patience, and a positive attitude. I am able to effectively communicate with both children and adults, which helps build strong relationships. My patience allows me to handle challenging situations calmly, ensuring that I can provide a nurturing environment for the children.
