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We are looking for an English-speaking workawayer for a long time (10 month) during school time (Sep-Jun)
Our family is made up of 5 people: dad Paco, aged 49; mom Gemma, aged 47; and our 3 kids, Laia, 13; Marc, 11; and Martí, 9. Paco works in a pharmaceutical company and Gemma in a technology company. Both work from home two days per week.
We live in a flat close to the city of Mataró (15 minutes by foot). Mataró is a seaside city close to Barcelona (40 minutes by train or bus). The bus stop is 5 minutes from home.
We live in a renovated and comfortable flat with all the necessities, featuring 4 bedrooms and a small terrace balcony. A car is not needed.
We offer a small but comfortable room with shared bathroom. Wifi available. Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime in TV's living room.
We need someone who speaks English fluently to practice and teach it to our kids and accompany them to school (a 15-minute walk) 2-3 times a day and prepare easy lunch for them. They are self-sufficient for the rest.
You can choose to be part of our family or have your own space, depending on what you prefer at any moment. Laundry and meals are included.
We don't have pets. Smoke-free house.
Let's talk a little about us:
Laia is on her 1st year high school. She is a cheerful, friendly girl who takes care of her brothers, enjoys spending time with her friends.
Marc is the middle child. Next year, he will start high school. He's also cheerful and very affectionate.
Martí is the youngest, friendly, and very curious. He asks a lot of questions. He's almost independent, but we need to remind him to do things.
As for us, the parents, Paco loves photography and is the cooker at home. He enjoys spending time with friends and playing tennis. He works Monday to Friday, two days from home, and in the evenings, he takes the kids to their extracurricular activities: athletics and tennis.
I, Gemma, don't have much time for hobbies. I also work Monday to Friday, two/three days from home, but I finish work later. I also like to spend time with friends and family.
We all enjoy sports, such as running and tennis. Usually, on weekends, either Saturday or Sunday, we visit the grandparents in a nearby village. We love to travel, usually to European cities during Easter (where we do a lot of walking), and sometimes we take other trips if they fit into our schedule. We have some family in Granada, about 900km away, and we usually visit them twice a year.
English is very important to us, and we would like the children to become comfortable speaking it and learn it naturally. Currently, we have an au pair living with us, and we’ve had a very good experience with her. Our kids have improved their English a lot.
We are very open and flexible people, and we enjoy getting to know other cultures and customs.
Please, don't hesitate to ask any questions you feel necessary, I’ll be happy to answer and clear up any doubt.
We are exited to start getting to know you!!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We would like to host a native English speaker to practice and improve our sons' English. As well we like the possibility to know about different cultures and lifestiles.
We can help with Spanish and Catalan languages.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Assistance is needed to accompany the younger children to school (a 20-minute walk) 3 to 4 times a day, provide meals, and help with English for all three children.
Arround 4-5 hours per day.
Free on weekends.
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
The 4-bedroom and two bathrooms flat, with an open kitchen to the dining area, is located in an area with all amenities, close to the city center of Mataró, a beautiful city by the sea. I recommend you to Google it. It's very well connected to the city of Barcelona by public transport (bus or train), about 40 minutes away.
We offer a small but cozy room with internet and access to HBO, Amazon Prime, and Netflix. Bathroom is shared with the children.
A cleaning lady comes twice a week.
What else ...
Mataró wikipedia:
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
High-speed internet via WiFi is available. The room is equipped with a desk and chair, as well as an additional monitor.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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