Family of 5 living need a piano teacher who loves kids in in Scottish Castle

Brazil

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2019

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We are a family of five - an Irish man, Scottish lady and three children: a 12 year old, a 8 year old and a 5 year old. We ordinarily live between a small village on a remote tropical island off the coast of Bahia, Brazil and a small village called Capao in the Chapada Diamantina mountains in the interior of Bahia. But due to an unexpected loss in the family we are now based at a family home in Scotland for 6 months.

We need someone (or a couple) who can teach piano to our eldest son and possibly help with general homeschooling with the other 2. We are in a beautiful castle in Fife across the Tay river from Dundee. Magical gardens and woodlands and lots to explore in the area. We will offer your own very large room and bathroom and lots of delicious local food. You will be part of the family and join us on fun trips. A great way to improve your English/ learn about Scotland and gain experience teaching. We would Portuguese or Spanish speakers who could speak their own language with the kids - but will consider anyone.
Type of help
Babysitting / child care
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Help in the house
Language practice
Art project
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will experience life in a real Scottish castle! Huge room, towers, cellar, gardens, woods, beach... and explore all the local area, foods, places. Edinburgh is just 1 hour away...
Help
Music/ piano

Our eldest son loves music. Mainly piano but also ukele, guitar and singing. We would love someone to help him with piano - sight reading, technique, repertoire etc. And do fun musical projects with him. Also with the other two.

Physical activities

We have three boys so any physical activities are always needed! Running, football, tennis, yoga, dance, - anything! But if you are a musician who hates movement, we will accept that too!

Home Schooling

Helping the kids with their reading, writing, maths - and generally doing fun learning projects with them. In fact projects trump boring workbooks so the more creative and engaging the better.

General help

We always love people who can help with tidying up, cooking etc. Not a job, but just to help out when needed!
Languages spoken
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Accommodation
Own room with double bed and private bathroom. Use of kitchen and run of the house!
What else ...
Please contact us through workaway with any questions!!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Walled garde

The castle where we are!!

Swimming spot near our home in the mountains!

Market in the village in mountains!

Guesthouse kitchen table

Sunrise

Beach in front of the house, no.2 in Brazil!

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Guesthouse kitchen

Bedroom in the guest house

The Guest House

Our family

Feedback left by and about host (8)

04/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

Marina and Filipe are the BEST host to ever "work" for!
Here is what I'll be missing and what you can be enjoying if you are lucky enough to be part of this bright and beautiful family!
Finn playing the piano beautifully =)
Jimmy's awesome pranks and jokes ;)
Wren's sweet cuddles and curiosity =D
Phil's smart comments and hilariously dry jokes… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Hourant) for host

I just spent AMAZING 3 weeks thanks to this wonderful family!! It was one of my best life experience ever!!
I was teaching contemporary dance to the two eldest kids every morning (except weekends) during 2 hours. They were curious, motivated and wanted to improve which was a pleasure as a teacher, I couldn’t wish for better students. During… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Alexis & Edie) for host

Ok, this was objectively the best experience we ever had in our life, with the best family we ever met. This is not a joke. These three little boys are unforgettable, it was such a pleasure to teach them how to play piano, circus, theatre and how to make video clips. Marina and Philip are sensitive people, two persons concerned about ecological… read more

(Excellent )

02/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Gabriella) for host

This is an amazing and vibrant family full of love and high spirits. They were beyond welcoming and kind. Phil and Marina are very kind and supportive parents! They want the kids to learn every trick in the book and really foster a sense of creativity in the house. Finn, Jimmy and Wren are wonderfully charismatic and smart children eager to… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Anne-Marie & Nick) for host

Me and Nick had an amazing time staying with Marina, Phil and the kids. They made us feel so welcome and at home throughout the month. The cottage we stayed in had everything we needed and was very comfortable.
We taught the boys different sports, dancing, went swimming and lots of different activities on the island. Finn, Jimmy and Wren are such… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Anne-Marie & Nick)

Nick and Anne Marie were absolutely fantastic workawayers. They stayed with us for one month and helped out mainly with the kids - doing sports on the beach, taking them riding, making movies, helping them with homework. They were incredibly kind and patient and lovely people to have about the house. They also organised and taught dance classes in… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Salinas & Paul)

Wonderful family who stayed with us for 2 months, incredibly skilled at cooking and all sports and outdoor activities. Highly recommended!

(Excellent )

18/09/2013

Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host

This was my first workaway experience, and I could not have asked for a more enjoyable amazing memorable time! Staying with Phillip, Marina and their two adorable sons, they automatically made me feel so welcome and at home...they are the nicest people you will ever come across. During my time on this paradise island, I mainly helped with the… read more

(Excellent )

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