Language exchange and help with daily life in Adelade, SA, Australia

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  Description

  We are a welcoming family of 1 parent, 2 children, 1 dog & some small fish who are living on Kaurna Country in the about 3kms from Brighton Beach, 3 kms from Flinders University & 12kms from the centre of Tarndanya - the city of Adelaide!
  
  I am Suzanne and I work in & on a Web3 business from home - helping children design the education journey they want to have so they can get to become who they were born to be.
  
  Jaxon is 11 and Saffron is 9 and they both attend school Monday - Friday & it is less than a 10minute drive away.
  
  Public Transport (bus & train) & a major shopping centre is a 5 minute walk away. There are bike paths that take you to many destinations including Ityamaiitpinna Yarta - Glenthorne National Park. We do have bikes that you can share, if the children or I are not using them.
  
  We have been sharing our home since 2017 to visiting artists for Fringe, friends from within the community needing a safe & comfortable space before they return home, either within Australia or somewhere else in the world.
  
  Are you:
  - Friendly and enjoys being around children and pets?
  - Reliable and can work independently?
  - Respectful of our home and family routines?
  - Previous experience with children and/or gardening, general house maintenance , painting?
  
  Please read the Workaway Guidelines because you are working with children and a police check from your country and a reference would be gratefully welcomed.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  By staying with us, you’ll have the chance to experience family life, explore the beautiful surroundings of many local beaches of Adelaide, and learn about the Kaurna culture. We are excited to share our way of life with you and to learn about your experiences and background as well. I have many connections throughout South Australia in many different sectors, so if you enjoy exploring & being curious, we can show you where to go & who to meet!

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We welcome responsible and friendly humans to join our family and assist with various tasks around the home for approximately. We are flexible with how these hours are distributed and will work with you to find a schedule that suits everyone.
  
  We need help with general cleaning, laundry, and general tidying and cooking. We would love to share our evening meal time with you, to share stories of our adventures?
  Can you assist with maintaining our front and rear gardens?
  Do you speak Japanese?
  Are you computer & game savvy? - I need a translator/facilitator so I can understand the children!
  Do you play the piano, guitar or sing? Jaxon and Saffron would love some extra opportunities to practice.
  Are you
  Dino (our adopted greyhound) loves walking as much as he loves sleeping so if you love dogs Dino would love having someone else walk him and feed him too!
  If you have a meditation &/or yoga practice - awesome as I am up early everyday as a part of my routine!
  We value clear communication so if something is bothering you please talk to us!

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Japanese: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  Jaxon & Saffron are both learning Japanese at school and would love to practice.
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  Accommodation

  Bedroom with a single bed. Shared bathroom with the family.
  We invite you to join us at our regular evening meal, we eat an omnivorous diet, and can accomodate vegetarian and other diet variations - let us know. We would love to invite you to cook your favourite dinner for us to!
  
  There is always fruit and vegetables in available for breakfast and daytime snacks.

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  What else ...

  We live with values of truth, equality, love, oneness and serve for all no matter your age and this is something that is very important to us!
  Everyone in the household needs to feel safe!
  
  Please read Workaway Guidelines. We welcome a police check/clearance from your country and a reference from when you last worked with children.
  
  Drug use will not be tolerated. Excessive alcohol consumption will not be tolerated.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  I work from home most days on my emerging business that supports young people. Jaxon & Saffron are also growing a start up aligned with the UN's sustainable development goals too. So we welcome anyone who wants to share their experiences and learn from & of course share ideas. It is all about growing the community. The WiFi is available throughout the home & you will have your own room. Just need to be mindful of the time zones you are working in.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Maximum size would be that of a Tarago can be parked in the driveway.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week