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South Africa
If a space shuttle ever had to land in Africa, it would head for South Africa’s Upington Airport, which has one of the world’s longest runways. That’s one of many little-known facts about South Africa, a land of scenic vistas contrasted with bustling industry. Would you like to host an au pair from South Africa? Your children will get an amazing companion who can help teach them what it’s like to live in one of Africa’s most populous countries [Read more...]
If a space shuttle ever had to land in Africa, it would head for South Africa’s Upington Airport, which has one of the world’s longest runways. That’s one of many little-known facts about South Africa, a land of scenic vistas contrasted with bustling industry.
Would you like to host an au pair from South Africa? Your children will get an amazing companion who can help teach them what it’s like to live in one of Africa’s most populous countries. When your family gets live-in child care from South Africa, you enjoy:
- Exposing your child to a culture beyond the West
- A chance to educate yourself on life in Africa
- The sort of rich learning experience your kids can’t get from books alone
By trusting EurAupair to find South African live-in child care, you receive many benefits. We will assist you in finding the au pair that’s right for your family and guide you through the process every step of the way.
What to Expect From Your Au Pair From South Africa
South Africa is a nation of many different people and cultures. Most prevalent in this country are Afrikaans speaking, English speaking and African language speaking people. Afrikaans people tend to avoid direct conflict and will try to avoid “drama”, where English speaking South Africans are more direct about issues. Afrikaans & English speaking people are rumored to be more punctual than their African counter parts.
However people of all three cultures are mostly used to diversity and for that reason open-minded, honest and friendly. They are open to giving each other hugs and smile a lot. In general people try to please each other and are very hospitable and like to socialize. South Africans are entrepreneurial, hardworking and like discovering opportunities in any situations. Also a good moral is important as many people follow religious values.
The idea of the family varies dependent on the social affiliation and descent. Those people who speak some African language mostly have 3-6 children. Those who speak English or Afrikaans often have around 1-2 children. Modern families tend to have fewer kids. However family is important to all cultures. Often Grandparents “granny nannies” take care of the children, while both parents work full time.
Many young people move out of the parents’ homes when they start going to college, some of them move back afterwards due to financial reasons. Studying after high school is very expensive and not many people can afford it. The ones, who can afford the au pair program, are mostly able to afford paying for studies.
A live-in nanny from South Africa is typically advised to gather a variety of child care experience before departure. That includes babysitting, au pair work, and volunteer work at school and similar. Many of the au pairs have volunteered with underprivileged children. Some of them have even participated in the EDUCARE program in South Africa, which is a teaching and childcare course.
The minimum age to get a driver license is 18 years. However, the procedure to take a driver license can take up several months. After receiving a learner’s license applicants need to take driving lessons, afterwards a test appointment can be scheduled in 2-4 months. Most South Africans drive a lot, as the public transportation system is not sufficient.
Most South Africans speak 2-6 languages. Most speak English fluently, even when Afrikaans is spoken at home, the children do still pick up English from the early childhood, so that they do speak, read and write.
Host a South African Au Pair
Participate in a time-honored tradition by inviting an au pair into your home and learning about a culture that’s different from your own. We have 30 years of experience creating connections between families and au pairs. When you get live-in child care from South Africa through EurAupair, you can feel secure using a program that’s been designated by the United States Department of State.
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Child Care Experience
Between March 2016 to May 2019, occasionally I took care of Christian from the time he was 6 until he was 9. I took him to school, prepared his meals, we played and I helped him with his homework. In October 2018, for 2 weeks, 3 days a week and 7 hours a day, I looked after Nizaam (4). I prepared his meals, played with him, took him to playdates and bathed him. In July 2016 for 9 days, 5 hours a day, I took care of Levi (11). I picked him up from school, preapred his lunch, helped him with homework and played with him.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Exercising and keeping fit, avid book reader, enjoy nature walks and playing sports like soccer, acting and the theater, going to shows, museums, and funfairs
Comments
I have been babysitting since I was a teenager. I am well equipped with knowledge on how to take care of children. I have experience on helping out with homework and school work. I am a fast learner and a good listener, I am 100% hands on when a task is given to me, I will walk an extra mile to help out where I can. I am also very good with arts and crafts and I am able to teach the kids how to play soccer. Ever since I can remember, I loved being around children and helping them in any way I could. I enjoyed every second when I was babysitting children. Being able to be there for them while watching them grow into kind, responsible, and successful people is so rewarding. I am a very open-minded person who likes to learn about other people's cultures. I am responsible, trustworthy, independent, and soft spoken. Every time people is in need of help, I will always be there to walk the extra mile and help in every way possible. This is why I believe that I have what it takes to be a successful au pair in the USA.
Child Care Experience
II cared for Amy (8) from July 2017 to July 2021 on occasion. I would do activities, prepare meals, and be responsible for their general well being. From August 2021 to September 2021 I cared for a group of 3- 5 year olds for 16 hours a week. I would provide care assistance and play ground duty. From August 2021 to October 2021 I would care for Zayn (2) occasionally. I would prepare meals, play games, teach, put him to bed, read and sing to him. From Feb 2022 to July 2022 I cared for Ivanne (4) and Livan (2) weekly. My responsibilities were feeding the children, entertaining them, bath time, nap time, getting them dressed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Arts & Crafts, reading, listening to music.
Comments
I would love to be able to experience other cultures, as well as be more independent and experience life from a different perspective. I consider myself very patient and I have a special connection with children. I always try my best and communicate well when I feel like I need help or if am uncertain about something.
Child Care Experience
**Kaylin can care for children aged 2 years and older** I have been volunteering at a high school with children between the ages of 13 and 18 since November 2021. As a teacher assistant I go to the classes which need my help. I do extra reading classes as well as assist with literature studies. From January to April 2022, I cared for a group of children between the ages of 4 and 13 years old in swimming class. I taught them to swim. From August to November 2020, I cared for Chesnay (2). I prepared food for her, fed her, read to her, changed her diapers and assisted her in potty training.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Art, music, reading, travelling, netball, swimming, rugby and soccer
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair because I am passionate about of all ages. I connect easily with kids and my goal is to become a teacher, but before I do that full time I want to travel the world a bit. This cultural exchange program to the USA can help me to achieve that. My strengths are that I am patient, understanding, a good listener, calm, trustworthy, respectful and I am hardworking.
Child Care Experience
From April 2022 to date I care for children ages 3-4 at Kiddies Castle. My duties include assisting with breakfast, snack time, artwork, arts and crafts, toilet routine, the checking of school bags, medication and supervising the children in the classroom and on the playground. I also take the class for swimming lessons once a week. From March 2022 to April 2022 I cared for children ages 2- 18 through Daring Dolphins. My duties included doing lesson plans, setting up the swimming pool and doing swimming pool safety.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Makeup Artistry and Special Effects, music and drawing, dogs, going to the gym, swimming, ice skating, weight lifting, baseball and netball
Comments
I would love to become an au pair through this program, as being able to experience a diverse and different culture will help broaden my horizon. I also look forward to creating new memories that will add to my confidence and sense of independence. I'm very passionate about teaching and making a difference in people's lives that's why I believe I'm the perfect candidate to have the responsibility of being an older sister to the children that I will care for during my time as an au pair. I look forward to working hard to make sure I am a positive role model in their lives and to also help the parents and give them reassurance that their children are in the best hands with me.
Child Care Experience
I've babysat Gribb (7) and Leila (5) since January 2017. I prepare meals, dress them, took them to the park, do fun activities and put them in bed. I worked at a day care center in February 2022 taking care of children ages 2 to 6 years old. I assisted the teacher and supervised play time. I babysat Finnigan (11) and Emily (7) from March 2019 to January 2020. I prepared meals, helped with homework, supervised their play time and bathed them. I've look after Nora (2) since January 2020. I prepare meals and bottles, bath her, dress her, do fun activities with her and put her to bed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Doing arts and crafts, baking, cooking, doing nails, makeup, going to gym, painting,
Comments
Being an Au Pair will give me the opportunity to combine my love for children and traveling. I believe I am qualified to become an Au Pair as I have a lot of experience with children and I'm adaptable and a quick learner. I am flexible and quick to adapt to change and try new things.
Child Care Experience
I took care of triplets, Clio, Keanu and Warren since they were born until they turned 2 from January 2017 to December 2019, 5 days a week for 3 hours a day. I fed them, bathed them, changed them and played with them. Since January 2015, I look after Elisha since she was 10 for 10 hours a week. I helped her with school work. From January 2011 to January 2014 for 30 hours a week, I looked after Preyash (9), Nivakar (5) and Rishkara (2). I prepared their meals, played with them, bathed them and helped the older chldren with homework. Between January 2019 to February 2021, 14 hours a week, I babysat Rio (5) and Rohaan (9) for 14 hours a week. I prepared their meals, we played and I got them ready for church. In May 2021 for 40 hours a week, I worked in a primary school where I took care of children ages 5 to 7. I trained them in basic self defense techniques, I supervised them and assisted in the library.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Baking, cooking, painting, dancing, performance art, MMA, volleyball, soccer, cricket, tennis
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair because I love learning about other people's cultures and way of life. I love teaching and helping kids new things. I feel like I am qualified to au pair because I am capable of doing many things and I learn and adjust quickly so I will definitely be able to assist and teach kids a lot and also pass on my culture to the little ones. I would also really love to be able to share my cultural views and insights to the future generation. I live by the motto knowledge is power that is why I love learning and experiencing new things and try to understand and adapt to other cultures views and norms. I really want to experience other cultures.
Child Care Experience
From June 2021 to April 2022 I worked at Kinderland Aftercare and cared for children ages 5-11 during my school holidays. My duties included scanning the children on arrival at school, assisting with lunch, participating in various games and activities, as well as general supervision and management. From March 2022 to April 2022 I cared for the Dippenaar Family's 10 year old for 10 hours a day. My duties included dressing, preparing meals and making sure that the little girl completed her chores. In April 2021 I cared ffor the Van der Merwe Families 6, 8 and 12(twins) year olds, for a 10 hour day. My duties included assisting during dinner, playing games, cleaning up after play time and dinner, as well as general supervision.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
reading, fishing, spending time outside, walks with the dogs and doing hiking trails, baking, netball, hockey
Comments
I want to become an au pair to experience a new country, culture and to meet new people. I can work well under pressure and I do not shy away from any challenges, I am very caring and I have a lot of love for children.
Child Care Experience
I am a qualified swimming instructor for Learn-to-swim students. I also have First aid level one (the first aid was also focused on emergency situations in and around water). From August 2017 to August 2018 I was an Au Pair in the Netherlands and I took care of Duco and Casper (5 and 7). My duties were taking and collecting the two from school, assist with out of school athletic activities, general house duties that included washing, clear out laundry and ironing. From November 2016 to September 2020 I was a swimming teacher for children in the ages of 2-16. I taught swimming techniques, swimming strokes and water safety to students with varying swimming abilities. I ensured safety of swimmers at all times and trained to react to emergency situations quickly. Since 2013 I have been taking care of Lianie, Elmone, Megan and Liam (5-15). I prepare meals, bath them, assisting with school work, reading to them, arts and crafts activities, taking them on bike rides, play with them at the park, take them to the beach, or play board games.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
books/reading, hiking, board games, cultural food, music, swimming, netball, hiking
Comments
I would love another great experience like I had as an Au Pair in Holland. This time just in a bigger and better USA. I would like to become an Au Pair in the US because I am caring, passionate and patient with children.
Child Care Experience
From February to March 2022, I volunteered at Oepse Daizy Daycare with children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years old. I fed them, changed their diapers, played with them and supervised them. In February 2021, I volunteered at a pre-primary school with children between the ages of 1 and 6 years old. I looked after the children and played with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, making clothes, scrapbooking, netball and hockey
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair because it was a dream of mine since I was young. I want to spread my wings and see more of the world and having a job that I love, working with children, is definitely a plus. I see myself as qualified because I got childcare experience from volunteering at two different pre-primary schools. I'm mature, responsible and always put others needs before my own.
Child Care Experience
From January to March 2022 I worked in a school taking care of children ages 0 to 18 months old and 2 to 4 years old. I fed, changed diapers, bathed, helped with potty training, did fun activities and took care of them. I babysat Alonde ( newborn) Ane (2) and Aeli (2) Twins from January 2016 to January 2021. I prepared meals, bathed, cleaned after them, helped with homework, fed, changed diapers, dressed, played and drove them to different activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, listening music, cooking, baking, going to the gym, jogging, playing netball, soccer. riding a bicycle.
Comments
I want to become part of the au pair program because it will allow me to be in a new country, and experience a new culture. I have all the qualities, the love for children, and the experience that an au pair needs. I have driving experience of more than 3 years and I'm good with children. This opportunity will also help me to grow as an individual. I've always wanted to travel the world, and learn about other countries' cultures, languages, and beliefs.
