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Turkey
Au Pairs From Turkey Turkey is a country that spans across both Europe and Asia and therefore its culture has many different influences. Although they're influenced by modernization in Western cultures, they also desire to maintain traditional religious and historical values. You and your children will love learning common cultural aspects of Turkish life while hosting an au pair from this nation. And you can expect that au pairs enrolling in [Read more...]
Au Pairs From Turkey
Turkey is a country that spans across both Europe and Asia and therefore its culture has many different influences. Although they're influenced by modernization in Western cultures, they also desire to maintain traditional religious and historical values. You and your children will love learning common cultural aspects of Turkish life while hosting an au pair from this nation. And you can expect that au pairs enrolling in the program will have a strong desire to learn about American culture and integrate into your family life.
Children are at the center of Turkish families and are rarely put in daycares or nurseries. Mothers and other family members usually care for children. So, as you can imagine, most Turkish au pairs will have ample experience from regular babysitting opportunities, as they often care for relatives like siblings, nephews, nieces and cousins.
EurAupair has been connecting American families with au pairs from around the globe for 30 years. We know you'll love your experience with one of our extraordinary live-in au pairs from Turkey.
General Facts About Turkey
When you and your family host an au pair from Turkey, you'll get to learn fascinating facts about this diverse nation, such as:
- 73 million people are living in Turkey today.
- 13 million of these hail from the capital city Istanbul.
- Many languages are spoken, not just Turkish. This includes Arabic, Kurdish, Armenian and Greek.
- The idea of being an au pair is a common one in Turkey as many young people relish the chance to improve their English and travel.
- Turkish life is energetic and extremely family-oriented.
- Being an au pair improves potential job opportunities when they return home.
Family Life and Children in Turkey
Turkish families greatly value children, and Turkish couples have on average two to three children. About a fourth of all households include extended families, but the majority include only the nuclear family. Even so, close extended family members will often be living very nearby.
Turkish children tend to leave the parental household rather late, although it depends on whether they attend post-secondary schools and where. Some of the Turkish universities, especially the technical ones, tend to compare with Western European and North American universities.
Driving Skills
The minimum driving age is 18 years old in Turkey. To obtain a driver’s license, a written and practical exam is required. Driving in Turkey can be quite chaotic, so you can expect your Turkish au pair to be very aware of the surroundings, such as inattentive drivers or pedestrians. It is always recommended that you discuss your driving needs with au pairs during the interview process.
Education
The educational system is not unlike what we find in the U.S. These schools are free and mandatory for both boys and girls for 12 years. The school year starts in September and then goes on until June. Although Turkish is taught as the primary language, students also have opportunities to study other languages, like English.
Once they have completed their compulsory education, many go on to university. However, only 20 percent of these students are female. Other women study certificate programs, enter the workforce or get married and start a family. Those who become au pairs relish the opportunity for the educational advances the program provides.
Communication and Language Skills
Learning a foreign language is mandatory in Turkish schools. English is the main language taught, followed by French, German or Spanish. Some universities also ask for an additional year of English preparatory study to be completed before the start of studies, unless an exemption examination is passed.
You may find that Turkish people need less personal space than Americans, as they're used to touching more. A common way to politely say no in Turkey is to lay their palm on their chest. They may also make a "tsk" sound, raise their eyebrows or tilt their head back to assert a negative response.
Religion
The most prevalent religion in Turkey is Islam. However, many young people do not practice this regularly. Much like American culture, your au pair may not feel uncomfortable discussing religion or politics until they know you better, as these tend to be sensitive subjects.
Diet
If you've ever heard of kebab or baklava, then you know that Turkish food is well-known throughout the world. The foundation of their meals is grain, vegetables and grilled meats. Although your Turkish au pair will probably not be a vegetarian, those from this country usually do not eat pork.
Hosting a Turkish Au Pair
When you contact EurAupair to find a Turkish au pair, we happily assist you in determining which of our applicants you may wish to interview to become a part of your family.
If you're ready to embark on an unforgettable cultural experience your family will always remember, contact us today to find out more about applying.
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From June 2020 to July 2022, I cared for Ruzgar (7). I bathed and fed him. From March 2021 to March 2022, I cared for Arel (4). I bathed him, we played and made activities together. From March 2019 to May 2020, I cared for Zeynep (4). I prepared meals, washed his clothes and I took him to the park. Since September 2022, I'm taking care of Venus (10 months). I change his diapers, I put him in bed, we play together and I bath her.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading books, walking, cooking, dancing, travelling, listening to music, Pilates, swimming, riding bicycle, spinning.
Comments
I want to become an au pair exchange program because I love working with children. They keep me positive because they are cheerful. As an au pair looking after children will help me to view the world through children’s eyes again. Also I am curious about American culture
Child Care Experience
Between April 2020 - August 2021, I cared for Rana (5). My responsibilities were meal preparation, feeding, outdoor activities, dressing. Between February - November 2020, I cared for Yusuf (1). My responsibilities were meal preparation, feeding, outdoor activities, changing diapers, dressing, learning activities. Between September 2018 - June 2019, I babysat Hasan (3) and Batuhan (8). My responsibilities included meal preparation, feeding children, doing outdoor activities, changing diapers, learning activities, playing games, reading stories, helping with homework. Lastly, from May to August 2017, I cared for Mevlut (1). My responsibilities included bathing, changing diapers, dressing, doing laundry, learning activities, meal preparation, putting to bed, outdoor activities.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to music, watching movies, walking with my dogs and playing games with them, playing basketball, shopping, reading books, camping and traveling with friends.
Comments
I really want to go to America as an au pair. I love children very much and it makes me very happy to spend time with them. I’m confident in my experience and myself in babysitting. I know that I get along very well with children, and I feel very lucky that I have learned so many wonderful things from every child I have ever known and their families. I know how to deal with challenges that may arise because I spend a lot of time with children. My favorite features in myself are that I am very patient and thoughtful.
Child Care Experience
From 07/2022 to 08/2023 I cared for Inci (2) for 5 days a week, 7 hours a day. I would prepare meals, do baths and play games. From 08/2023 to 01/2024 I cared for Ali (2) for 7 days a week, 6 hours a day. I would prepare meals, do baths and put to sleep. From 10/2020 to 11/2021 I cared for Bilage (1) and Bahar (2) for 5 days a week, 5 hours a day. I would prepare meals, do baths and put to sleep.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Swimming, reading, watch the science, walking and fitness
Comments
I know that children are our Future and children must be very important all of the world once upon a time everybody was a child. I love all of the children in the world.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Yagmur (4) from September 2020 to May 2021, five times a week. I prepared meals, took him to the park, bathed him and did fun activities. From July to September 2021, I looked after Ada (1), three times a week. I changed diapers, prepared meals, bathed her, played and did laundry. I babysat Ozgu (6) from September 2021 to January 2022, twice a week. I taught her the alphabet, helped with her homework, did fun activities, read a book, prepared meals and took her outside. I babysat Ada (1) from October 2022 to January 2023. I changed her diapers, fed her, played games with her and put her to sleep.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Traveling, taking photos, cooking, dancing, watching sports, listening to music, playing games, reading, console games, hanging out with my friends, horseback riding, running, playing tennis, Pilates, bicycling, hiking, skating and camping
Comments
First of all, I love children wholeheartedly. I want to live in the USA for a certain period of my life so I chose this program. It is a method where I can be with a family culturally and learn their language, food and characteristics, as well as do what I love and be happy. I am a warm and energetic person, so I can quickly adapt to the environments I enter. This has always been to my advantage. I believe that this program will also contribute a lot to me. I am a patient and honest person, so I believe that I can get along well with the host family.
Child Care Experience
From June 2016 to June 2017 I took care of Cinar (3). We spent time with the child. I prepared the meal. I bathed kid. We played games together. We went to park and we did educational activities. From March 2020 to March 2021 I babysat Toprak (5). I was taking for him who was 5 years old at that time including meal preparation, bath, light housekeeping, toddlers activities. I was like a bigger sister. From April 2018 to April 2019 I took care of Miran (4). I was preparing food and feeding the child. We were doing educational activities and playing games with him. I took him to park some days.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
music, watching movies, reading a book, sports, nature lover.
Comments
I would like to become an au pair to get to know different people, seeing different places and experiencing cultures always excites me. As Au Pair, it is very exciting for me to communicate with, help and spend time with children. That's why I want to experience this program. I communicate well with children and understand them. I believe I will be successful.
Child Care Experience
From May 2017 to March 2022, I took care of Irmak (1) and Ozturk (6). I played with them, took them to the park, read to them, did educational activities, went to the movies and cooked for them. From February 2019 to February 2020, I cared for Tuana (11) and Taner (9). I played with them and changed their clothes. Since September 2020, I have been caring for Esra (3), Emre (7) and Enes (10). I paint with them, go to the park with them, tidy up the kids room, read books with them, help them with their homework and go to the beach with them.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Blogging, reading books, going to the cinema, cycling, taking walks, chess, volleyball, basketball, fitness
Comments
I communicate well with children and I love children very much. I can make them feel good by doing nice activities with them. Being patient, calm and organized in child care is one of my strengths. Not being an angry person and always being energetic brings the child closer to me. I enjoy being with them and communicating with them like a friend, not a child. It's fun to teach each other something. Therefore, what this program will teach me is gaining experience in English and in my personal career. I, too, can give children my love from my experiences and being with them, and make sure they spend time with love.
Child Care Experience
I babysat Liya (4) from June to November 2022. I prepared meals and did light housekeeping, I did the child's laundry, bathed hire, helped with daily needs, read books with her and played with her. I babysat Elif (3) from January to May 2020. I prepared meals, did his laundry, bathed him and did educational activities with him. I babysat Ilayda (2) from January 2017 to January 2018. I prepared meals, did educational activities with her and played with her. Finally, I babysat Halil form June 2020 to June 2022. I did educational activities with him, helped the mother with different tasks, played with him and helped with homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with friends and family, playing volleyball, going to the gym
Comments
With the Au Pair program, I want to improve my language and learn about different cultures. I believe this experience will have a positive side for me. I think that seeing different cultures and living with them will contribute to my career.
Child Care Experience
From July 2015 to January 2019, I cared for Derinsu (2). I put the kid to sleep, I prepared the meals and changed the clothes. I bathed him and I read him books. From January 2019 to January 2020, I cared for Yamac (1 month) and Mina (5). I changed diapers, I helped the mother, I bathed the kids. I washed and ironed clothes, prepared the meals and cleaned the house. From August 2022 to April 2023, I cared for Eylul (2 months) and Ela (12). I took them to the park, I prepared the meals, we played games and I helped with homework and with the housework. Since June 2020, I'm taking care of Iklim (3). We play games and go to the park. We do activities and I help with homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Drawing a picture, cooking, trying new dishes, writing poems, visiting historical places, watching documentary, reading books, walking in nature, meeting new people and chatting, playing basketball and volleyball.
Comments
I am known as being fun, easy to adapt to wherever I go, practical, approaching things positively, polite and talented. I would be respectful, sympathetic and helpful towards my au pair family when I come to America. I like to approach things calmly. Thanks to this feature, I get along well with people. I love laughing and traveling with children. Also, I have a big family and a lot of cousins. Ever since I was little, I had to take care of the children and prepare meals at the same time. I am quite experienced in this regard. The volunteer projects I participated in where providing food,aid to homeless people living on the streets with the Çorbada Tuzun Olsun Association project, and giving art training to autistic children in a private school with the support of Tohum Autism Association. I received an entrepreneurship certificate at the Yeditepe Entrepreneurship Summit'23 event.
Child Care Experience
From November 2021 to present, I have been taking care of Kadir (11 months old) for four hours, two days a week. I help with feeding, playing, reading, and changing diapers. From July to September 2020, I took care of Zeynep (1) for five hours, five days a week. I prepared meals, did laundry, played, read books, changed diapers and helped with potty training. From June 2019 to June 2020, I babysat Mert (2) for four hours, five days a week. I prepared meals, did laundry, played and did activities with the child. From March to June 2021, I babysat Nil (2) for 5 hours, five days a week. I prepared meals, played, sang and danced with the child.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Dancing, sports, spending time with family and friends
Comments
Participating in the Au Pair program will primarily improve my perspective. Seeing different cultures and having different experiences will make a positive contribution to my life. I love children very much and helping them makes me happy. I get along well with children and can understand them. I believe that this program will have a positive impact on my future life.
Child Care Experience
From January 2023 to present, I have taken care of Yaman (9 months). I prepare baby food, play games, change diapers, give baths, take the baby outside and put the baby down for naps. From September to December 2022, I volunteered in a preschool with children from 2-5 years of age. I helped organize events, gave baths, played games, prepared educational activities and put children down for naps. From January to June 2022, I took care of Efe (3) and Kerem (5). I prepared food, gave baths, played games, went to the park and put children to sleep. From May 2019 to September 2021, I took care of Ezgi (2). I prepared food, went to the park, played games and did light housework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Travelling, reading, yoga, meditation, volleyball and tennis
Comments
I love children and I love to spend time with children. Children are so special and important to me. Witnessing a child grow up is a very special experience for me. It is a so nice experience to teach her or him something and learn from her or him. I also want to improve my English and I am wondering about America and American culture. I have had many childcare experiences and I also worked as a volunteer in a kindergarten. Thanks to this, I have had experience dealing with multiple children of different age groups at the same time. I also received training in child care to develop myself further in this direction and to understand child psychology Child and child psychology is my field of interest and I do research and read articles to improve myself on this subject.