Language exchange with our little family in Barcelona, Spain

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  Description

  My 5 years old son Ivan and I, Jordi, are looking for a helper to share our apartment next to the beach in Barcelona, with so that she can help us with the English language and we can help her with Spanish. From July 2025 to September 2026 would be perfect, but we look for two/three weeks stays.
  
  Basically you will have to be with Ivan, at home, and taking him to the beach, to the mall, or to the park, and playing with him, approximately 4 -5 hours a day, 5 days a week, including the time collaborating with the house tasks, half of the period in the morning, and another half in the afternoon. The rest of the time is free.
  You will be part of our little family as much as you want, we can teach you the customs and traditions of the area and take you to know it. We hope to meet you soon!
  
  A written au pair agreement is made.
  The 4-5 hours over 5 days include time spent helping with household tasks.
  A private room, bed linen, towels, food, and a small financial allowance are provided.
  If you are coming from a country outside the European Union, you may need a visa.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Babysitting and creative play
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  Interests

  

  Books

  

  History

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Art & design

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Languages

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Culture

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Fitness

  

  Adventure sports

  

  Dancing

  

  Hiking

  

  Nature

  

  Water sports

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Beach

  

  Mountain

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  The apartment is located in Barcelona, 7 minutes walking from Port Fòrum and Fórum Beach (Campus Diagonal-Besòs tram stop). It is also a 15-minutes walk from the Diagonal Mar shopping center, which has all kinds of shops and restaurants, as well as the Maresme i Fòrum metro station. There’s also connection by train.
  
  We would love to welcome you to help us with English, and in return, we’ll welcome you with Spanish! You’ll be part of our family as much as you’d like—joining us on our daily outings and interacting with local people. We’ll introduce you to our culture, traditions, and delicious local food.

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  Help

  English language exchange and play with my 5 years old son in Barcelona, Spain, very close to the beach.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Catalan: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  I have an advanced level of English, but I need to practice regularly in order to maintain it.
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  Accommodation

  The apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, and all the rooms have air conditioning.
  The apartment is located in Barcelona, 7 minutes walking from Port Fòrum and Fórum Beach (Campus Diagonal-Besòs tram stop). It is also a 15-minutes walk from the Diagonal Mar shopping center, which has all kinds of shops and restaurants, as well as the Maresme i Fòrum metro station. There’s also connection by train.
  You’ll have your own bedroom, fully equipped with everything you need, including sheets and towels. I’ll provide the food for the house and also take care of the cooking. You’re welcome to eat with us, or you can cook and eat whenever it’s most convenient for you.

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  What else ...

  Barcelona is an interesting city full of life and all kinds of tourist attractions. The neighborhood where the apartment is located is 35 minutes by public transport from the city’s central and tourist areas, but it's just a 7-minute walk from the nearest beach (Port Fòrum) and 20 minutes walking from Levante Beach and 15 from the Diagonal Mar shopping center.

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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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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

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