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We are a family made up of Cristina (me), Rafa (my husband), Olivia (10 years old), Nicolás (6 years old). We live in a small town called Patones, a quaint little town at the bottom of the mountains northern of the Madrid province, 5 km from the town of Torrelaguna and 50km from Madrid.
Rafa is a proposal engineer, I work as an administrative employee, and Olivia and Nicolás go to school. On some weekends we try to spend time in nature, taking small routes suitable for families and taking the opportunity to pick mushrooms… Whenever time and circumstances allow it.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
We are looking for an au pair (girl) who is able to stay for a prolonged period of time with our family, from the beginning of September 2025 to the end of June 2026, covering the whole school period of our children. With us, you will be an integral part of the family and experience the authentic Spanish lifestyle!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Water sports
Beach
Yoga / Wellness
Events & social
Pets
Culture
Movies & TV
Charity work
Plant care
Music
Art & design
Books
Photography
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Architecture
Drawing & painting
Animals
Nature
Camping
Mountain
Outdoor activities
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This exchange represents an ideal opportunity to learn Spanish fluently, learn about teaching and child development hands on.
You’ll find endless opportunities for an active lifestyle here. Whether you enjoy walking, hiking, cycling, or other outdoor sports, there’s plenty to keep you moving. You can explore a wide variety of local classes covering everything from crafts (art and painting lessons, piano classes) to culture. You may even learn how to cook traditional Spanish dishes, and we can't wait to learn lots from you too! :)
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YOUR DUTIES:
- Your weekly working hours will be approximately 17 hrs a week.
- What we would need from you is to take the kids to their respective after school afternoon activities. This would be from 4 PM to 7:30 PM approximately, from Monday to Friday.
-We do not expect you to do any household chores, although sometimes we may ask you to set the table or contribute lightly to the family life.
- The main goal of this experience is for our children to learn the English language, get contact with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Olivia speaks English quite well, while Nicolás understands it but is not yet fluent.
-The weekends are free.
On a general note, there is lots of flexibility, on some days we are going to need more help, on other you will be completely free, we are big on beforehand communication and flexible arrangements!
OPTIONAL PAID JOBS:
1. If you desire it, there is the possibility for you to take care of 4/5 elementary school kids. This job would consist of preparing their breakfast and playing with them while they wait for their classes to start. From Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM (1.5 h)
2. There is also the possibility for you to give out English classes to our acquaintances, whether it be conversational English or helping with homework.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
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Accommodation
- As far as the accommodation is concerned you will have your own bedroom and bathroom.
- The house has two bathrooms, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a living room, it is 100 square meters. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included with the family.
- We follow a healthy Mediterranean diet, and although we are not vegetarians, we can cope with some basic dietary restrictions. We cook a main meal for everyone at lunchtime and a light dinner, usually late, around 9pm.
What else ...
You can immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural life of the town, with easy access to Madrid, Segovia, and Toledo via convenient local buses (i.e. the bus line from Torrelaguna to Madrid is only an hour). Weekends are filled with lively "fiestas" and events in the surrounding villages — the perfect way to experience authentic local traditions and community spirit.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
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Thank you very much for everything, I hope you come back to see us soon. We miss you!
The family is amazing and made me feel as one more family member from the first second on! Cristina and Rafa cared a lot about me and always helped me with everything.
Olivia and Nico are lovely… read more
From the start, I have been welcomed by a loving and caring family !! Ive never expected to meet such… read more
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Thank you very much for everything, I hope you come back to see us soon. We miss you!
The family is amazing and made me feel as one more family member from the first second on! Cristina and Rafa cared a lot about me and always helped me with everything.
Olivia and Nico are lovely… read more
From the start, I have been welcomed by a loving and caring family !! Ive never expected to meet such… read more
