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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
From February 2016 until September 2019, I have been an au pair for Christopher (12) and Chloe (7) for about 20 hours a week. This included fetching them from school, feeding them lunch, helping them with their homework, taking them to after school activities, and bathing them. From July 2017 to 2018, I babysat Karen (12) and Jackie (9) for about 3 hours a week. I kept them busy, entertained them, and fed them snacks and drinks. Additionally, during this time I also watched Reighardt (11) and Jani (8) and Anright (8) and Dreiden (6). Finally, I worked at a congregation with children ages 3 to 10 years old for about 2 to 3 days a month. Here, I prepared their lessons for the week, presented it to them, taught them creative activities, assisted the presenter, and communicated with the parents.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, listening to music, organizing, planning, reading, socializing, netball, cricket, and tennis.
Comments
It has been a dream of mine for a long time to au pair abroad and has always been something I have been working towards and I finally now have the opportunity. I believe I am qualified for the program because of my many years of experience, but not just that, I have always know that I will be working with children, and by au pairing I have received a glimpse into my future. I am a well situated and mature young woman who believes that she has the skill set to adjust in the new environment and also to give myself fully in order to invest in the lives of the children I am working with. I am a good planner and organizer, and time investment is very important to me. I know that the impact that I will have on the children will be small compared to the large impact that they will have on my life. Finally, I want to mention that I am first aid certified.
Child Care Experience
Between June 2017 and July 2019 I attended a missionary project taking care of children ages 4 to 6 years old. It included entertaining them, playing with them, preparing meals, teaching them songs and keeping them safe. I have worked at church as a childminder since October 2019. I supervise and entertain children, sing and dance with them. In 2019 I did an internship at church taking care of children ages 2 to 9 years old. I kept children busy, played with them, read them and gave them meals. I used to babysit Jonathan (3), Ariella (6) and Miguel (3 months) from October to December 2019. I prepared their meals, supervised them, put them down for naps.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Sewing, doing arts and crafts, going to the gym, going for walks with my family, playing board games with my friends and family, spending time in nature with my family, practicing netball and hockey.
Comments
I have a natural instinct to care for other people and I also enjoy taking care of children. Cooking was part of my studies and because of that, I like taking on new challenges and adventures. I would like to do something that I have a passion for and being an Au Pair is the perfect opportunity. I want to Au Pair in the USA because I would like to learn more about American culture, customs, and traditions. It would be great to travel through the USA as well.
Child Care Experience
From May 2016 to December 2019, I babysat Hanjo (2) and Leslie-Ann (6) twice a week. This included playing with them, feeding them, driving them, and taking care of them. Additionally, from November to December 2019, I worked with 30 children ages 6 months to 5 years old at a daycare daily. I gave them meals, helped them go to the bathroom, read to them, helped them wash their face and hands, changed their diapers, and supervised them at playtime. From November 2018 to 2019, I cared for Hugo (3), occasionally, as needed. I read him books, played with him, fed him, bathed him, took care of him, and drove him around. Finally, from June to July 2019, I occasionally watched Maryke (6) and Marko (8). I fed them, bathed them, and supervised them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Being active, swimming, jogging, body boarding, going to the beach, playing with my dogs, exploring new places, playing hockey and paintball, motorcycling, ice skating, watching surf competitions, and rugby.
Comments
I want to join the au pair program because I enjoy being surrounded by children. I have a passion for children and I feel happier when I am surrounded by them. They always bring joy to my life. I want to use my abilities to help them grow emotionally. I want to go to America to have first-hand experiences of the American life and culture. I would love to participate in the au pair program to experience new things that will help me in my future endeavors. I am a responsible person with strong values. I will always try to make the children happy and try to maintain a positive atmosphere where they will feel safe. I am good at decision making and problem solving. I am a reliable, self disciplined, and motivated person. I want to contribute by giving the children my time, making them happy, and helping to raise them.
Child Care Experience
From December 2019 to March 2020, I babysat Lexi from the age of 3 to 6 months old. I bathed her, fed her, changed her diapers and put her down for naps. Between June to November 2019, twice to 3 times a week, I took care of Jacques (14 months old) and Chloe (2 months old). I fed them, changed their diapers, bathed them, played with them and put them down for naps. Since January 2019, 3 days a week, I care for Oliver (7) and Danielle (3). I prepare their meals, bath them and put them to bed. Between January 2015 and November 2018, 2 days a week, I cared for Jana (8) and Klara (5). I bathed them, fed them, helped with homework, did activities with them such as riding bicycles, playing educational games and I put them to sleep. I took care of Elmi (10 months old) from February to December 2019 for about three days a week. I fed her, changed her diapers, played with her and put her down for naps.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Photography, horse riding (I live on a farm), fashion, traveling, watching movies, practicing baseball and netball
Comments
I really want to make a difference in childrens lives, I love taking care of children. Seeing the world is also something I have always wanted to do. By being an au pair I get the privilege of doing both at the same time. I absolutely love taking care of children and I am very patient when it comes to children. I'm someone who likes to make jokes and who loves making memories with friends and family. I'm very loyal and trustworthy and a hard worker.
Child Care Experience
I occasionally cared for Simone (4) and Stean (9) from February 2015 to August 2019. I prepared their meals, bathed Simon, and helped Stean with homework. I worked at a primary school taking care of children between the ages of 2 and 7 years old from June to July 2019. I supervised children, entertained them and helped them with their activities. In 2018, I cared for Danielle (10) every day. I picked her up from school and took her to activities, helped her with homework, helped her to bath, prepared her meals.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, sewing, painting, arts and crafts, travelling, photography, hiking, camping, archery and practicing netball
Comments
Au Pairing provides the opportunity to become a part of a community and meet others. It will give me the opportunity to work with children, watching them grow and develop. I enjoy working with children and it would be beneficial to learn even more about children whilst working as an Au Pair. I want to go to the USA because I want to learn more about American culture. I want to travel and see the country and experience all the traditions hands-on with an American family.
Child Care Experience
I have been caring for Nicholaas (4) and Daniel (2) since January 2019. I play with them, pick Nicholaas up from school and drop him off at home, help him with homework. Since October 2019, I have been caring for Joshua (10), driving him from school, helping with homework. Between December 2017 and January 2018, I babysat Erin (1). I took care of her needs and played with her. Between September 2013 and July 2016, I occasionally cared for children ages 2 to 14 years old when their parents needed it. I used to feed them and put them to bed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, baking, cake decorating, knitting, doing arts and crafts, practicing karate, soccer, cricket, tennis, baseball, swimming, chess and volleyball.
Comments
I am first aid certified. I love working in childcare and find it rewarding to see a smile on a child's face. I would love to au pair in America because I always wanted to work abroad and experience different cultures and meet people from all over the world. What better way than with the cultural exchange program, I can do what I love doing and explore the USA simultaneously. I want to broaden my horizon and get out of my comfort zone
Child Care Experience
I've been taken care of Khailo (3 months) since June 2018 on weekends and holidays. I changed his diapers, bathed him, fed him ,and took him outdoors. In 2019, I cared for Khanyeti (6) on weekends and holidays. I helped with homework, prepared meals, and played sports with him. Between September and November 2019, I cared for Giodene and Viola (11). I took them to events, did their make-up, and took pictures with them. Between August and September 2019, I cared for Leeyana (1), playing games and baking with her. I've been working in a reading club since April 2019 on Fridays. In August 2018, I worked at primary school watching children between the ages 10 to 11. It included helping teachers with preparing classes and playing games with children. Between 2012 and 2013, I helped in Sunday school assisting children with activities and playing games.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
photography, cooking, doing hair, make-up, dancing, hiking, playing hockey, tennis, swimming, and doing athletics
Comments
I choose the au pair program as a cultural exchange opportunity. I would like to be part of celebrations such as Thanksgiving, the 4th of July, Halloween, etc. It will give me the opportunity to build my self-confidence and to gain more independence. It is a mile stone for me to pursue my ambition to become a teacher because I love working with young children and teach and mentor them. I am friendly, fun, warm, thoughtful and polite. I am mature and responsible as well. I am a family-orientated person. I am quiet by nature and tend to be reserved, but I do enjoy the company of people. I enjoy being outdoors and do hikes and traveling.
Child Care Experience
In 2014, I worked at Sunday school tutoring children ages 9 to 10 years old. Between 2018-2019 I worked as an au pair in Netherland taking care of Florine (2), Philip (5), and Johnas (9). I prepared meals for them, took them to school and pick them up after, helped with homework and put them to sleep. Between 2017-2018 I cared for John (10) and Allegra (13). I helped them with homework and took them to school and activities. In Summer 2016, I worked at a primary school taking care of children ages 3 to 6 years old.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Photography, doing arts and crafts, cooking and baking, reading, exploring new things, playing netball, field hockey, tennis, soccer.
Comments
I want to become an Au Pair in the USA to gain a different perspective than what I am used to having Au Paired in South Africa and in the Netherlands. I would like to experience the American culture and to share my own culture with others. The safety, needs, and well-being of your children will be my priority. I feel that it is important for kids to have fun while growing up but also for them to be taught the importance of love, respect, gratitude, and patience and to always support them to help them grow up as good, caring and independent people. My strengths are that I am understanding, dedicated, responsible, patient, calm, trustworthy and hardworking.
Child Care Experience
Between 2016 and 2019 I cared for Ben (9) and Will (6) during holidays. I entertained them, prepared meals and snacks, played with them, supervised them. I worked at an academy supervising children ages 6 to 8 years old from 2015 and 2016. I've volunteered at the local orphanage since March 2019. The ages of the children vary from 2 to 16. We do art projects during the holidays such as painting, drawing and creating T-shirt designs. During school terms, I help older children with their homework. I've been also working at a school since January 2020 teaching children at 4-6 grade. Since November 2019 I've been caring for Wichard (2) and Helena (9 months). It includes diaper changing, feeding and entertaining.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, building puzzles, playing the piano, listening to classical music as well as country music, helping my grandmother to cook, baking, playing with my two dogs, playing tennis and mini hockey, swimming, practicing ballet.
Comments
I am first aid certified. I want to gain life experience before I begin studying and enter the business world. I want to take a leap of faith, get out of my comfort zone and try something that I have never done before. I want to learn independence. I also want to be able to put a smile on my host family's faces and for them to remember me as their best au pair ever. I have had a lot of childcare experience throughout the past few years and I am able to handle any situation. I am a hardworking, reliable person who always puts the needs of children before my own.
Child Care Experience
Since January 2014, I've been taking care of Marcus (7) and Rickus (1). I help them with homework, prepare meals, play with them, and supervise them. Between September 2013 and August 2019, I cared for Kagiso (6). I fed him, played with him, took him to parks, and helped with his homework. Between January 2016 and October 2019, I cared for Damian, preparing meals, playing with him, doing arts and crafts, and putting him down for naps.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
animal lover, face painting, listening to music, reading, watching rugby and tennis
Comments
I am first-aid certified. I have always been interested in other cultures and I always wanted to get more involved. I think Au Pairing is the best opportunity for that. It will not only give me the platform to grow but also to learn more about other cultures and to be part of a family. I have always enjoyed working with kids. So this will be a good way to work with kids and combine my passion for other cultures.