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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
I was an assistant teacher from January 2018 to April 2019 caring for a group of children ages 2 to 6 years old five times a week. I prepared meals, taught various subjects, supervised them, planned lessons and assessed the children's progress. I babysat Michaela (1), Jayden (3mths) and Jordan (3mths) from June 2016 to August 2021. I prepared meals, changed diapers, did fun activities with the children, supervised and monitored the safety of the children. From January 2018 to August 2021, I looked after Chante (4), Wian (2) and Phillip (3mths). I prepared meals and fed them, helped with homework, took them to sports activities, entertained them, bathed them and put them to bed.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with family and friends, listening to music, playing hockey and tennis
Comments
Per Reference: "I had the pleasure of knowing Charmonix for the last 6 years. She is a soft and caring person with LOTS of patience. In all the conversations where the topic of children comes up everyone is always referring to her as the “natural babysitter”. Even her sister has a joke where she says that if you need a babysitter, hire my sister. Charmonix has a much younger sister that is now turning 10 next month. They are extremely close and people easily misjudge her as Odeill’s mother because she just love her to death and their bond is unbreakable. Charmonix is loyal, trustworthy, hardworking, and loving. She is fun to be around and are always ready for a joke. She loves spoiling kids, and her passion is children. She is also busy studying to become a teacher for the entry levels at school. The kids at the school where she used to teach just loved her. She is also the responsible one where kids are concerned. She will always be the one to look after the little ones in the crowd."
Child Care Experience
From December 2018 to November 2019 was an Au Pair in the USA, my host children were Bryce (12) and Wynne (13). I fed them breakfast, drove them to school and to all their activities, helped them with their homework and did all their laundry, etc. From December 2017 to December 2018 I was an Au Pair and my host kids were Karishma (4) and Ronak (5). My duties were get kids ready for school, drive to school and activities, prepare meals, arrange play dates, feed them dinner, bath and put them to bed. From March 2020 to October 2020 I worked as a teaching assistant.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
volleyball, table tennis, soccer, netball
Comments
I have been an Au Pair in the USA before in 2017 - 2018. I want to learn more about the cultural exchange and how things are done. I love working with children, I am currently studying to become a teacher. I also spend some time at a disadvantaged school. I am a fun, loving and carefree. I always give my best in everything I do. I love children and what they can also do for me. I enjoy the diversity of life and culture.
Child Care Experience
I was a Christian leader at a school from June 2017 to June 2019 caring for children ages 13 to 18 years old. I facilitated group activities, built relationships and counselled teenagers. I took care of Meline (3), Duvan (3) and Franco (8) from January 2017 to November 2019 during school holidays. I fed the children, taught them new things, and took them to sports practices. Finally, I looked after Zander (1) from July to October 2020. I prepared bottles, fed him, played with him, changed diapers and put him down for naps.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Listening to music, doing arts and crafts, learning about history, gaming, horseback riding, playing sports, spending time outdoors, watching F1 formulas, rugby and hockey games.
Comments
I've always wanted to help people and learn from others and I believe this is an excellent opportunity, not only can I help but I can also learn and my love for kids will only strengthen my capability for this role. I'm a fast learner and can easily adapt, I'm loyal and trustworthy, I work hard and do not easily quit.
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
I volunteered at a preschool from March to April 2021 five days a week taking care of children ages 4 to 6 years old. I assisted the children with toilet routine, prepared activities, aided learners that needed assistance, read stories to the children, and supervised them in the play area. I've babysat Keyante (1) since September 2020 weekly as needed. I feed and bath him, change diapers and put him down for naps. Finally, I've babysat my niece since she was born in 2012 . When she was a baby, I bottle fed her and changed diapers. Now, I play with her and help with homework.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Cooking, listening to music, volunteering, spending time with friends and family, participating in athletics, playing soccer.
Comments
It would be a great joy helping parents in raising their children and being a part of their lives. I have a lot of experience taking care of children of different ages. I started taking care of children, while I was still at school. Nothing makes me happier than seeing a child growing up, knowing I contributed to the process. I would also like to experience other cultures and interact and participate with them. Spending time in the USA is a lifelong dream
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
**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
**Juanette can care for children aged 2 years and older** I worked at the church taking care of children ages 12 to 15 years old from January 2019 to December 2020, six hours per week. I took care of them, did fun activities and helped with their growth. I babysat the Nel's family (3 and 6 years old) from March to November 2021, once a week. I took care of them, entertained them and prepared meals, From March to June 2021, I worked at Baanbreker preprimary school taking care of children ages 4 to 6 years old, five times a week. I supervised them, entertained them, did fun activities and did basic first AID duties. I baby sat at Steyn's Family in December. I assisted them with their daily routine.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Painting, gardening, listening to music, travelling, watching football, horseback riding
Comments
I have always wanted to work with kids, and it ties up with another passion of mine which is travelling. My big dream is to experience snow in real life! I have been preparing myself since high school, to become independent, looking after kids and taking on new challenges in order for me to make my mark in the world one day. I would love to experience another country, whilst doing what I love most, building into youth.
Child Care Experience
**Amogelang can care for children aged 2 years and older** I volunteered in a daycare center with children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old during January 2022. I taught them their toilet routine, creative arts, served them food, read to them, did Lego and colored with them. In January 2022, I cared assisted in a center with children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old. I assisted them in reading and writing, we colored, learned the alphabet and numbers, I served them food and we did playtime and rhymes. From February to March 2022. I cared for Amahle (2 months old), I bathed her and fed her. I put her to sleep, changed her diapers and sorted out the baby's laundry.
Sports, Interests and Hobbies
Reading, sightseeing, dancing, movies, restaurant hopping, go-karting, netball, athletics and hockey
Comments
I want to be a part of the exchange program for the opportunity to experience a new culture and to teach about mine. Also to spend time with children and get an even better understanding and connections with them. Lastly, to travel , gain knowledge, learn more about myself and to meet new people.
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.
