Child Care Experience

I've worked at a child care center since January 2025 taking care of children ages 1 to 6 years old. My duties include feeding, preparing meals, preparing formula bottles, assisting with homework, playing educational and creative games, organizing outdoor activities, changing diapers, assisting with assignments, assisting with routines, and supervising. I've babysat Alana (1) Ava (6) and Arno (10) since March 2023. My duties include assisting with homework, preparing meals, playing fun learning activities, sensory play, keeping them entertained and supervising.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

I love reading, exploring new places, and spending time outdoors. I'm especially passionate about working with children and helping them learn and grow. I enjoy playing hockey, listening to music, doing arts and crafts, and taking photos to capture special moments. I also like netball and staying active in general.

Comments

I want to be your au pair because I truly love working with children and feel happiest when I’m helping them grow, learn, and feel safe. Becoming an au pair in the USA is a dream opportunity to combine my passion for childcare with my love for cultural exchange. I’m excited to experience life in a new country, learn about American traditions, and share my South African culture too. I believe I’m qualified because I have hands-on experience with children of all ages, including babies and toddlers, through my work at a kindergarten. I’ve developed strong skills in communication, patience, and problem-solving. My strengths include being responsible, organized, calm in stressful situations, and always caring. I know how to build trust with children and support them like a big sister would.

Child Care Experience

I worked at a preschool from July to December 2017 taking care of children ages 2 to 5 years old. I supervised their groupwork, did arts and crafts with them, supervised snack time and accompanied them to the bathroom. I worked at another preschool from September to November 2019 taking care of children ages 2 to 5 years old. I assisted the teacher with various activities. From February to July 2022, I was an assistant at a preschool taking care of children ages 2 to 5 years old. From August to October 2022, I worked at a preschool taking care of children ages 2 to 5 years old doing creative activities with them and assisting the teacher. Finally, I babysat Mariham (10mths) and Isabella (1) from February to December 2024. I did fun activities with them, helped their motor development, spent time outdoors, played and explored nature.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Watching movies, listening to music, painting, drawing, playing basketball, bike riding

Comments

I want to be a part of this program because I have the ability to understand children's feelings, emotions and needs. I consider myself to be a patient, caring and fun person who also learns from children. I also have a genuine love for children and enjoy witnessing their curiosity and growth. I would like to share pleasant moments with children where they feel safe and trust me. It is important for me to teach them and show them a little bit of my culture, love and joy. I also think it is a great opportunity to learn about their culture, how they celebrate holidays, love for their country and explore their beautiful landscapes while improving my English.

Child Care Experience

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Tennis, horse riding, swimming, playing piano, love geocaching

Comments

Child Care Experience

From 08/2021 to 08/2024 I cared for children ages 3 to 11 after school. My responsibilities included preparing snacks in the kitchen, accompanying the kids to the bathroom, ensuring the wellness of the kids, circus workshop, solving mysteries, laser games, escape games, and taking care of them if they fall. From 10/2024 to 02/2025 I cared for children ages 3 to 10 after school. My responsibilities included helping with meals, doing activities, taking the kids to the park, and giving them snack. From 09/2024 to 04/2025 I cared for children ages 3 to 12 for about 14 hours a week. My responsibilities included: doing theater workshops, playing capture the flag, helping with meals, assisting with homework, and doing activities with the kids.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

watching movies and series, concerts, crafts, cycling, gymnastics, trampolining, swimming, horse-riding, soccer, and skateboarding

Comments

I've been looking after children as I've been working as a group leader in extra-curricular and day-care centers since I graduated from high school, and I love spending time with children, teaching them things and helping them grow. I've decided to become an aupair in the United States because I want to mix my two passions, traveling and taking care of children. I'd like to become an au pair in the United States because ever since I was little I've loved traveling, discovering new cultures and above all I'd like to practice my English. I am passionate about music and am also happy to give guitar or drum lessons if the children want to start.

Child Care Experience

From January 2022 to January 2024, I took care of Guadalupe (8) and Maria (10), for five hours, five days per week. I prepared lunch, reviewed their school assignments, did crafts, played, and styled the children's hair. From February 2023 to February 2024, I took care of Emmanuel (7). I prepared breakfast, took the child to soccer practice, practiced guitar and taught the child how to paint. From April to September 2024, I took care of Luciana (9) for four hours on Mondays. I picked up the child from the house, took the child to English classes, taught skating and prepared snacks. From April to September 2024, I took care of Sofia (11 months). I gave baths, prepared food, played, went for walks and put the child down for naps.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Crafting, painting, sports, playing games, reading, podcasts, the beach, walking, movies, skating, soccer, running, bicycling, swimming

Comments

I have always had a special connection with children. I enjoy watching them learn and grow, and I love how they teach me to appreciate the little things in life. It's wonderful to accompany them on that journey. I believe that taking care of children in another country fosters an exchange of trust and provides an opportunity for personal and professional growth. I am the right au pair because I am responsible, empathetic, patient, and I love children.

Child Care Experience

From June 2017 to present, I have taken care of Lionel (6) on the weekends when needed. I prepared meals, got the child dressed, helped with school, took care of the child, played and supervised at the park. From March to December 2024, I took care of Luz (5) and Jazmin (11), three times per week. I prepared meals, organized school stuff, helped the children get dressed, walked the children to school, and prepared snacks. From December 2021 to February 2023, I took care of Joaquin (7 months). I prepared meals and snacks, changed diapers, kept the child clean, took care of the child and put the child to sleep.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Cooking, the gym, traveling, family and friends

Comments

I want to become an au pair in the USA because I love working with children and learning about new cultures. This program offers a great chance to be part of a family, improve my English, and grow personally. I have experience caring for children of different ages as a babysitter and with my own family. I’m patient, responsible, and creative, which helps me connect with kids and support their growth in a safe and fun way. I’ve taken childcare courses and have strong communication skills. My strengths include adaptability, a positive attitude, and dedication. I handle routines well and always try to bring joy and structure to the children’s day. I believe I would be a great match for a host family.

Child Care Experience

From 11/2024 to 06/2025 I cared for Haekel (1 month) on occasion. My responsibilities included feeding the baby, changing diapers, putting the child down for a nap, and bathing. From 02/2022 to 06/2025 I cared for for Ines (2) and Yasmine (7) on occasion. My responsibilities included: bathing the kids, preparing meals, helping with homework, driving them to activities, bedtime routine and doing activities together. From 007/2020 to 07/2024 I cared for Angeline (6) and Corentin (9) on occasion. My responsibilities included: picking them up at school, driving them to their activities, assisting with homework, and preparing meals.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

cooking hiking, interior decoration, makeup, U.S. series and movies, animals, Algerian food, pilates, and going to the gym

Comments

I want to become an au pair because I love taking care of children, and they love me too. They're so cute and innocent, and sharing affection with them brings me joy. I enjoy doing activities with kids and inspiring them. I love the USA and its culture. I visited in summer 2024 and couldn’t forget how amazing it was—people were kind, joyful. Living this experience would be a dream. I'm passionate about traveling, and the au pair program would help me discover more of the U.S. and the continent. I’m not just looking for an adventure—I’m looking to create real, meaningful bonds. I hope to bring joy, energy, and reliability to your family, while learning and growing alongside you.

Child Care Experience

I babysat Marianella (6) from May to December 2023. I picked her up from the kindergarten, prepared meals, and played with her. I babysat Sara (2) from January 2024 to July 2025. I fed her and gave her bottles, put her down for naps and played with her outside. Lastly, I babysat Maximiliano (2mths) from December 2024 to July 2025. I fed and bathed him, changed diapers and put him down for naps.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Going to the movies, cooking, trying new recipes, spending time with friends and family, doing arts and crafts, taking walks outdoors, reading, going to the gym, swimming, biking, playing volleyball, jogging

Comments

I want to become an au pair in the United States because I love working with children, and I see this program as a great opportunity to combine childcare with cultural exchange while improving my English skills. I am qualified because I have experience caring for children of different ages, organizing creative and educational activities, and providing a safe, loving environment. I am responsible, patient, and adaptable. I am also caring, energetic, and open-minded, which helps me easily connect with children and adjust to new situations.

Child Care Experience

I've taken care of my brother Mihaita (1) since he was born in 2024. I feed and bath him, change diapers, put him down for naps and play with him. I also babysat my niece Ioana in 2019. I fed her, put her down for naps and played with her. I've babysat Sabrina (4) and Tania (2) weekly since May 2025. I pick them up from kindergarten, prepare meals, feed and bath them, put them down for naps, and play with them. Lastly, I looked after Ruben (7) from June 2020 until June 2021. I played educational games with him and supervised his activities.

Sports, Interests and Hobbies

Drawing, reading, cooking, traveling, running, playing tennis, basketball, and volleyball, swimming, bike riding

Comments

I signed up for this project because I consider it a unique opportunity for my personal experience and the strong point for me, I consider to be my younger brother who I take care of every day.