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Teach my kids English and stay in Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, Spain

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  • Description

    Description

    I am a 49 years old woman. Teacher and researcher at the University. Living in Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia (North-West of Spain). I have 2 healthy and funny children (a 16 years old girl+14 years old boy) and a sweet boyfriend. We all live in a nice apartment with 2 big terraces in a nice neighbourhood close to down town and the University of Santiago de Compostela. Sometimes we have a little dog (from my mum).
    Hobbies: music, cooking, travelling, reading, skiing, surf, swimming, sailing, ballet, football, ICT, cinema, art projects.
    Vacations: from 1st July to 31 Aug, Portonovo-Sanxenxo (Pontevedra), with beautiful beaches and fantastic weather.
    Catholic family background but we do not practice any religion.
    We don’t smoke.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Teaching
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    After those 5 hours we will speak Spanish with the candidate, if he/she wants to. He/she can also come with us to our tourist, gastronomic and cultural activities.

    The candidate does not have to pay for maintenance. No cleaning the house (just his/her room). But he/she must respects our rules and daily plans and help in the house.

  • Au pair

    Au Pair Help

    Further details can be found here

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    - English conversation with us and teaching English to my children (helping them with homework, conversations...).
    - Take the children to their sport or cultural activities.
    - Cooking (not everyday)
    - walking the dog
    - help with our plan of a hort/garden at the terrace


    5 hours per day

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    Galician: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    accomodation in a double room (with one of my kids) and shared bathroom. No TV in the room but iPad and wi-fi.
    TV and digital channels in the family dinning room.

    Our offer includes breakfast, lunch and dinner plus any other products that the candidate could also need. During the hole week. We are a very healthy family. We love good meat and fresh fish and fruit and vegetables are always present in our daily diet.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are a happy family with cultural interests and very easy-going.
    We are very familiar with many close friends.
    Some weekends we go out for lunch. Sometimes also with the grandmother.

    The volunteer does not have to pay for this.

    We prefer non-smoking volunteers.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

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The image depicts a serene landscape featuring two black and white cows grazing in a lush green field, set against a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills and a distant town.
The image depicts a group of people in traditional attire performing a dance in front of a crowd, with a watermark reading "worldnews.info" in the center.
The image depicts a majestic cathedral at night, with a large building in the foreground and a dark sky above, evoking a sense of grandeur and serenity.
The image depicts the ornate stone facade of a building, featuring a large red door and intricate carvings of people and figures.
The image depicts a stone staircase with a railing, a pergola, and a large tree, set against a backdrop of a house and rolling hills.
The image depicts a windsurfer navigating through a wave, with the board and sail prominently featured. The windsurfer is in the midst of a turn, showcasing their skill.
The image depicts a bustling restaurant with a long counter, showcasing an assortment of food and drinks, and patrons seated at tables in the background.
Two hikers walk along a road, carrying backpacks and trekking poles, with a forest in the background and a sign on the side of the road.
The image depicts a scenic overlook with a large rock formation, a wooden walkway, and a distant body of water, set against a hazy sky.
The image depicts a collection of round, flat breads stacked on top of each other, with a watermark reading 'Worldofislamic' in the center.
The image depicts a bustling outdoor market scene, with vendors and customers gathered around a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables.
The image depicts a cluster of white grapes hanging from a vine, with green leaves and a blue sky in the background.
The image depicts a group of people in traditional attire, with some playing bagpipes, standing in front of a building, likely at a cultural event or festival.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a sandy shore, a rocky outcropping, and a body of water, featuring boats and palm trees under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene marina scene, featuring a row of white boats docked at a pier, set against a backdrop of a blue sky with wispy clouds.
The image depicts a rugged coastline with a stone wall and buildings, set against a backdrop of a vast ocean and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a wooden boardwalk winding between large rocks and the sea, with a cloudy sky above. The boardwalk is made of wooden planks.
The image depicts a blurry, silver object suspended from a chain, with a blurry background featuring a mix of gold and brown hues.
The image depicts a grand stone building with arched columns and ornate carvings, featuring a high ceiling and a spacious interior with several people walking about.
The image depicts a rustic stone building with a thatched roof, situated in a rural setting with trees and a blue sky with clouds in the background.
The image depicts a slice of omelette with a fork inserted into it, resting on a white plate with a blue rim.
The image depicts a row of yellow seashells arranged on a grey stone surface, with a watermark in the center. The shells are identical and symmetrical.
The image depicts a woman walking on a road, with two cyclists following behind her, all set against a backdrop of a rural landscape.
The image depicts a large, modern building with a unique roof design, situated in front of a parking lot and a blue sky.
The image depicts a map of France with a European Union flag in the top left corner, featuring a blue background with yellow stars and a yellow sunburst.
The image depicts a collection of lobster traps stacked on top of each other, with a fishing net in the foreground and a boat dock in the background.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with large rocks and a body of water, featuring a sandy shore and a distant cityscape.

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