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about 6 days ago
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I am a very sociable person who is passionate about cultural and language exchanges. I spent three months with a host family in France and it was the most enriching time of my life. I am studying primary school teaching through the Irish language and adore fostering children's growth and learning. I am looking for an au-pair role and am happy to teach children English, assist them with homework, organise fun activities for them, prepare meals, complete housework etc. Some of my interests include walks in nature, sports, dancing and playing board games in the evening. I would love to be like a part of the family and engage in their interests! Je suis une personne très sociable qui a une passion pour des échanges culturels et linguistiques. J'ai déjà passé trois mois en France avec une famille d'acceuil et c'était l'expérience la plus enrichissante de ma vie. Je suis prête à l'aventure dans une autre pays ou en France. J'étudie à l'université pour devenir enseignant à l'école primaire à travers le gaélique. J'adore encourager le développement et l'apprentissage des enfants. Je souhaite être jeune fille au pair et je serais disposée à enseigner l'anglais aux enfants, les assister dans leurs devoirs, organiser des activités amusants, préparer des repas, faire des tâches ménagères etc. J'aime me balader dans la nature, jouer aux sports, danser et jouer aux jeux de sociétés le soir. Je voudrais bien faire partie de la famille et participer aux activités qui les intéressent!
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I need to leave Turkey before the 22st. of May If possible I travel with bus. so mainly looking for possible petsitting jobs in neighbour countries. alternatives are possible
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