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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
Since January 2014 I have been looking after Andrea (now 11) and Nicholaas (now 10) about 10 hours a week, helping with homework, drop them off/pick them up from school and taking them to their activities, preparing their meals, help with chores. In 2017 I took care of Ane (15mo) about 20 hours a week for 2 months, changing her diapers, feeding her, putting her down for naps, bathing her, etc. In 2017-2018 I was responsible for Wihan (7) and Ruard (5) and also of Inus (1) a few hours a week. In 2018 I worked at a daycare for 2 months, feeding the children, changing their diapers, putting them to sleep, introducing musical instruments to them, etc. I also worked at a Sunday school (with children 3-11), assisting with some class work, preparing meals, etc.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Hockey, netball, soccer and track.
Comments
I want to take a gap year and challenge myself to something more and away from home. At the same time I want to see another part of the world, live with an American family whilst learning more about their culture and traditions. I enjoy working with children and I believe it would be a great opportunity to get to know myself better. My strengths are the fact that I have good communication skills, I can think on my feet and stay calm in difficult and stressful situations. I am caring and I accept people for whomever they are, irregardless of their backgrounds.
Child Care Experience
I watched the Pritchard family whose children are 8 and 14 years old from January 2012 to November 2018 when needed. This included providing them with entertainment, making meals for them, and general child care activities. I babysat children at a restuarant on weekends from February 2017 to November 2018 where the children were ages 2 to 12 years old. I would provide entertainment for the children, look after them, and ensure their safety while they were at the restaurant.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Being in nature, hiking, camping, reading, writing, photography, playing softball, hockey, discuss, shot-put, netball, and swimming.
Comments
I want to be an au pair because I believe in the beauty of cultural exchange. I want to share my culture with my host family and hopefully my host family will want to learn more about South African culture. I want to be like a big sister for my host kids, contribute to the lives of my host family, and also grow a s a person.
Child Care Experience
I watched a group of children ages 2 to 5 years old during the holidays from April to December 2018. This included feeding them, taking them to the bathroom, taking care of them, and assisting them as needed. Currently, I babysit two boys ages 3 and 4 for 4 hours a week, as needed, and have done so since June 2018. I feed them, bathe them, prepare lunch for them, change their diapers, and put them to bed. Finally, from October to December 2018, usually during weekends or as needed, I babysat Jude (5) and Lily (2). I would typically perform all of the basic tasks needed for their general well-being.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, being outdoors, camping, spending time with family, anything sporty, being active, doing adventurous activities, playing netball, and doing athletics.
Comments
I want to become an au pair because I feel that I will have a positive influence on my host family's life. I want to use this opportunity to show you more about my culture as well as learn more about yours. I love learning new things and I feel like this is a step in the right direction. I am a skilled swimmer and participated in numerous activities during my high school career including athletics and school plays.
Child Care Experience
I worked at a primary school with children ages 7 to 9 years old for 25 hours a week and children ages 8 and 9 for 6 hours a week from April to June 2018. I would help the teachers with their curriculum, help out at fundraising events, supervise the students, coach netball, supervise their games, and learn from the teachers. From July to September 2018, I worked at an all girls school with children ages 6 to 9 years old for about 26 hours a week where I would help the girls learn the curriculum, supervise them, help out at carnival day, and help teach them tennis. I also worked at Creative Academy for the month of January 2016 for 30 hours per week. The children here were 4 to 6 years old and I helped plan and present the lessons, supervised them, and played with them. Currently, I babysit Gaby (10) and Tiago (5) a few times a month, as need, and have done so since 2015. When babysitting them, I supervise their homework, entertain them, and drive them to and from their various activities. Finally, since November 2018, I have babysat Itamar (15), Evitiar (12), and Omar (7) for 3 hours a week. I take them to and from school, provide general child care, and help them with their homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, being in nature, shopping, watching movies and TV series, being with loved ones, baking, reading, teaching, swimming, netball, and softball.
Comments
I want to become part of an American family because I absolutely love young children which is why I have studied a degree in childhood development. As a 4th year student, I just completed 20 hours of practical teaching and I have thoroughly enjoyed guiding them, bonding with them, and seeing them develop and this is what I would like to do more of as an au pair. I want to be able to travel as well as learn from different people in a brand new setting. I feel like my biggest strength is patience as I believe that children need to develop at their own pace.
Child Care Experience
Between 2013-2019 I took care of Johandre (5) and Adriaan (5). I fed them, bathed them and helped them with the school activities. Between 2012-2018 I cared for Cornel (9) and Stefan (11), I helped them with homework, school assignments and kept an eye on them until the parents got home. In 2016 I took care of Hohan (1) and Michjal (7) every weekend, I prepared meals for them, bathed them, and did educational activities with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, baking and being outside, playing Netball.
Comments
I would absolutely love to live in the USA, because I want to experience new things and see new places and match with a wonderful family in America. I want to be a part of a loving family and to be like a big sister to my future host children. I want to do my best to help my future host children to grow in themselves, physically and emotionally. I want to guide them and help them where they may need it. I am looking forward to spending time with my future host family!
Child Care Experience
Between 2015-2019 I was an au pair for Neill (8) and Carla (6), I took them from school, took them to extramural activities, helped them with homework, prepared lunches and dinners for them and supervised their play dates. In 2017 I was a teacher at Swimrite Swim School, I was responsible for 2-6 years old kids, I taught them swimming lessons. In 2015 I worked at a pre-school called Little Sunshine, I worked with children from 2 to 4 years old. I did crafts activities with them, read stories them, planned activities for them and supervising nap times.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, writing, going to nature, listening to music, horse riding and going to the gym, cycling
Comments
As I have been an au pair locally for 3 years, I understand what it takes to be one. I know there what the challenges are. I am patient and love to see young people develop into amazing human being. I am passionate about child care and I love be part of their development. I would like to learn more about your family; your interests and to know more about what you expect from the au pair that is placed with your family. I also completed my First Aid Certificate. I am a trained swimming instructor and I was an assistant kindergarten teacher for 1 year.
Child Care Experience
From January 2014 until December 2017 I babysat for the Warren family and their two children (9 and 13) occasionally, keeping them entertained, making sure they go to bed on time, etc. From 2012 until 2015 I volunteered at a Church every Sunday, doing activities and playing with the children. And in 2017-2018 I assisted in 3 or 4 camps per year at a stables with children 4 to 16 years old; I prepared snacks and meals, planned outdoor activities, helping the children care for the horses, supervising naps, doing story telling at night, etc.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Horseback riding, climbing, rowing, photography, art, socializing, hockey, soccer, archery, tennis, and netball.
Comments
I am capable of forming a bond with children and taking care of them. I am firm, yet loving and caring. I love seeing children develop and form into young adults - helping them to find their feet. I see myself as a mentor or an older sister. I have worked with kids before and loved every second, seeing them grow up I want to use this year making a difference with the experience I gained in my life. Additionally, I am first-aid certified.
Child Care Experience
Since December 2018 I have been volunteering at a pre-school with children 2 to 5 years old 50hrs/week, assisting during meals, making sure the children are safe and behave, playing with them, doing crafts, etc. I took care of Calista (5) and Terrance (2) occasionally, sleeping over for the weekend to look after them. I got them dressed, fed them, changed diapers, put them to bed, etc. I also cared for Caleb (7) and Joshua (1) on weekends, preparing their meals, putting them down for a nap, playing with them etc. Finally I also sometimes babysit Alexander (8) and Tamara (7) on weekends.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Arts & crafts, drawing, being outdoors, walking, listening to music, watching movies, netball, and ballet
Comments
I have always loved children. The beginning of 2018 I had the opportunity to visit America for 3 weeks. I enjoyed it so much and just new I had to go back to learn more about the country. I knew an au pair program could give me that opportunity. My strengths are a steady amount of love, lots of patience and support, I can set a good routine, and make sure the kids are fed and kept safe. Additionally, I am first aid certified.
Child Care Experience
In 2014-2015 I was an au pair in the Netherlands for Madeleine (1.5), David (4) and Peter (5) 30 hours per week for a year. I would all au pair tasks: watch the children, prepare their meals, take them to school, help with school assignments, doing some light chores in the house. In 2016-2017 I took care of Jordon (14) and James (12) 15 hours a week, dropping them off and picking them up from school and after-school activities, etc. In 2018-2019 I was responsible for Mienke (8) and Juan (10) 15 hours per week too, picking them up from school and helping with homework. Lastly since November 2017 I sometimes babysit Cullen (4 months at the beginning), feeding him, changing his diapers, playing with him.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Swimming, netball, soccer, tennis.
Comments
I participated in a culture au pair exchange program in the Netherlands for one year. I love being around children and to travel, therefore I would love participating again in the au pair exchange program. I would love to learn about other cultures and experience it first hand while doing what I love, taking care of children. I consider myself as a qualified au pair, because I already participated in an au pair exchange program in the Netherlands. I am a loving, caring, responsible, warm, bubbly person who will listen, work hard, have patience.
Child Care Experience
Since April 2016 I have been looking after Hayden since he was a newborn and Andri (now 3). I prepare them for school, prepare light meals, help with baths, do some laundry, etc. And in 2014-2015 I occasionally was babysitting Erhard (1) and Willem (5), feeding them, changing diapers, playing games, etc. Since January 2018 I volunteer at Adaliah Care, a foster organization, looking after 7 kids (2 months to 2 year old). I help with feeding the babies, bahting them, clean up their room and help with laundry, etc.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Rugby, swimming and netball.
Comments
I want to be an au pair because it is a great opportunity to experience a new culture while doing something that I love (caring for children) .I believe am qualified to participate in this program because I love children and have a lot of experience with kids. I am passionate about my work, ambitious and driven.