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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
**Kayrian can care for children aged 2 years and older** I babysat Erin (8), Jude (12) from January 2016 to January 2021, once a week. I prepared meals, helped with homework, played and bathed them. From January 2017 to January 2021, I looked after Kayla (7) and Matthew (13). I entertained them, prepared meals, and helped with their homework. I babysat Malachai (6) and Hezekiah (2), from February to April 2022. I helped with their homework, bathed them, prepared meals, played educational games and ensured discipline.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Hiking, exploring new places, going to the gym, going out with family, watching movies/series, photography, going to the beach, baking, cooking, journaling, trying out new things, playing hockey, cricket, soccer and swimming
Comments
I chose to do the cultural exchange program because I really love children and I want to experience something different, meet new people and learn new things. My main strengths are that I am patient and love to learn new things. I really hope to gain a lot more insight and knowledge about life in another country, myself and to become more independent in the things I do and choices I make. Gaining confidence in the things I choose to do and in myself, are also goals. To gain so much more experience with the children and to make a positive impact in the lives of others around me as well as to meet different people and learn from their culture is what I am looking forward to.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Kgosi (1) from June to Decemebr 2020. I prepared meals and bottled, changed diapers, played with him and helped with potty training. I also looked after Naledi (1) from January 2017 to November 2018. I woke her up, fed and bathed her, supervised her naps, took her for walks, and dropped her off and picked her up from day care.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, drawing, arts and crafts, exploring new places, spending time in the nature, thrifting, playing tennis, cycling
Comments
For a chance to learn something new about myself meaning taking on new responsibilities, experiencing the highs and lows, doing all kinds of things for the very first time. To and establish Warm and Strong Relationships, explore, experience the American culture and grow as a person and make long lasting friendships while doing something I love. I am confident that I am qualified to participate in the program for several reasons, but most specifically because of my dedication to going above and beyond in anything I commit myself to. I also believe my calm and patient personality will help me to master more difficult situations, for instance when the kids are tired or don’t want to listen to me. My people skills are my greatest strength. I find it easy to connect with almost anyone, and I often know how to empathize with others in an appropriate way.
Child Care Experience
From May until June 2020, I took care of children in a daycare center between the ages 6 moths and 6 years. I helped with preparing food, played with the children, ensured their safety at all times, and read stories to them. From April until December 2019, I worked in a different daycare center taking care of kids and teenagers between the ages 7 and 16. I was tutoring them, helping with their homework, preparing meals for large groups of children and teenagers, did in- as well as outdoor activities with them, provided first-aid if needed, and assisted them with assignments. From August 2018 until July 2019, I was working for the Free State Welfare Organization as a volunteer. There, I took care of kids and teenagers between 9 months and 17 years. I entertained the kids, provided meals for them, and kept them safe in all activities we would plan.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
baking, reading, listening to music, playing video games, yoga, swimming, playing cricket
Comments
I enjoy meeting new people, learning about new cultures and enjoy experiencing new things. I am a dedicated worker and always find a way to solve a problem. I have plenty of experience working with children of all ages and have no doubt in my abilities. The reason that I want to become an Au Pair is so that I can learn more about myself and experience new people and different cultures, which has always fascinated me. I love working with children of all ages and I truly believe that I would make a great Au Pair. I cannot wait for my journey in the USA to begin because I would like to learn more about the American culture and experience life from an American point of view.
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
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 March 2021 to April 2021 I was a volunteer in a primary school (4 - 6 years old). I assisted with classroom activities such as reading books, helping learners that need assistance, toilet routine, supervising class when the class teacher had to leave and supervising the kids on the play ground. From September 2020 until current 2021 I have been taking care Keyante (18 months). I'm in charge of feeding the baby, changing the diapers, bathing the baby and putting him to sleep. From June 2012 to current 2021 I have been taking care of Shylar Africa (9). The responsibilities and tasks have changed over the years, it started with bottle feeds and changing of diapers, playing with her till today where she needs to be assisted with school work.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Try new recipes, Listen to music, Volunteering and exercising, Athletics, Soccer
Comments
This will be a new challenge, in a new country with a different culture, but my passion for children will remain the same. I have always wanted to experience American culture first-hand. Doing that while I am engaging in an activity that I am passionate about, is an amazing opportunity. It is also going to add to my experience for what I want to do after the cultural exchange program.
Child Care Experience
In December 2019, I took care of a 2-year old and played with her, put her to bed for naps, and prepared food as well for her. From February until November 2019, I took care of a group of children between the ages 3 and 6 years. I read stories with them, taught them general things, and played with them. From January 2019 until today, I am taking care of another 2-year old. I feed him, bath him, and play with him. Since January 2020, I am responsible for two kids (both age 7): I prepare their lunches with and for them, help them with school, and generally take care of them when their parents are gone.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
fitness training, going to the beach, spending time with friends and family, playing with my dog, swimming, soccer
Comments
I love children and I love spending time with them, and because of the love I have for kids, I would be more than happy to spend an eventful year taking care of them. From my past experiences with children I've learned to understand that how you behave towards children will definitely have direct impact on how they behave towards you, and understanding that is one of my strengths. My calm, patient, loving, caring, and understanding nature will make me a great au pair because I enjoy helping children grow and develop by listening to their opinions on things and their ideas.
Child Care Experience
**Kelly can care for children 2 years and older** From February to April 2015, I took care of Matthew (11) and Taylor (10) 2 days per week. I helped them with their homework and test preparation. From August to September 2019, I volunteered at a primary school with 4th grade children. I taught them different subjects and I was responsible for the working out lessons and presenting them to the class.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Acting, boxing, trail running. singing and dancing
Comments
I would like to be an Au Pair because it affords me the opportunity to travel and experience a new culture whilst doing what I love, working with children. My love for travel saw me voyage to Rome on my own for a European tour with fellow young adults looking to see the world on a budget. This forced me to make new friends and navigate my way around new, foreign places. It definitely taught me how to be more independent and resourceful. Human connection plays a vital role in education (as well as caring for children as their au pair) because if one does not connect with the children then they will not be able to relate to the activities and lessons you wish to carry out with them. I want to work with children because not only do I enjoy their company and untainted approach to life but I believe in the power of the future generation
Child Care Experience
On December 2021, I looked after Khwezi (7). I helped her get ready for school, helped with homework and played with her. I babysat Nolwande (7) in November 2021. I fed him, bathed him, helped with homework and played. Since January 2022 I volunteered at Smart Angels Acadamy with children ages 3 to 5 years old, five times per week. I supervised them, taught them lessons, prepared meals and helped with the toilet run. I babysat Luyanda (2 months old) from January 2019 to December 2021, eight times per month. I bathed her, fed her, changed diapers, played and took her to the park. In January 2022, I cared for 2 siblings ages 2, 6 and 7. I helped them get ready for school, picked them up from school, made them breakfast and lunch, played with them and helped them with their homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to Music ,reading , dancing , watching movies, playing soccer , netball ,hiking
Comments
Being an Au Pair in the USA will not only give me the amazing opportunity of experiencing the valuable culture of an American family, but it will also push me to be independent, and to broaden my horizon. This would be an amazing experience itself, just to see the country and all it has to offer.
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.
