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25 Feb 2026
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Description
Please read carefully before applying.
We do not accept volunteers for stays of only one or two weeks.
We are looking for people who are truly interested in a meaningful cultural and work exchange, not a short holiday experience.
This is family life. It requires responsibility, flexibility and real involvement.
For this reason, we kindly ask for a minimum stay of 3 weeks, so there is enough time to build trust and integrate into our rhythm.
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About Us
We are an Italian family with three children aged 12, 10 and 5. We live in Acireale, near Catania (Sicily), in an independent house with a large garden.
We love nature, simple living, traveling and cultural exchange.
Family life here is active and dynamic — there is always something to do 😊
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Help & Schedule
We ask for:
5–6 hours per day
2 days off per week
In March we mainly need:
Gardening
Housekeeping
Small DIY / handyman projects
Outdoor maintenance
During the rest of the year:
Housekeeping
Gardening
Occasional childcare
We appreciate flexibility and a proactive attitude.
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Tasks May Include
Playing and doing activities with the children
Light cleaning and tidying
Washing dishes
Gardening
Cooking
Small practical tasks around the house
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What We Offer
Private room
Private bathroom
Meals with the family
A real cultural exchange experience
Time to explore Sicily during your free days
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What We Expect
Mature volunteers
Previous experience (especially with children and family environments)
Responsibility and reliability
No phone use while interacting with the children (unless truly necessary)
No smoking inside the house
Participation in daily life and shared meals
We are especially looking for people who are not in their first experience and who understand that this is not a vacation, but a collaboration based on trust, respect and mutual exchange.
We have had both good and challenging experiences in the past, so clarity from the beginning is important for us.
If you are open-minded, responsible, and truly interested in becoming part of a family for a while, we will be happy to welcome you.
Chiara & Family
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Writing
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books
Blogging
Team sports
Yoga / Wellness
Winter sports
Dancing
Mountain
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Water sports
Nature
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn italian language, know italian tradition and culture. You can discover our beautiful island, since Chiara (mother) is a mountain leader you can come with her during her tours.
You wil stay in a private room and you'll have a private bathroom. Food are included. You will enjoy to cook with us!
Au Pair Help
Further details can be found here
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
You will help us with our kids (babysitting and play) and help aroud the house.
We have a big garden and we need help with gardening.
Languages
Languages spoken
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
One private room and a private bathroom
What else ...
Train station is 2 minutes walking from the house.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Luna
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The most special moment we shared was definitely the Indian party we organized together at home. Sukrati introduced us to her culture through food, music, and traditions, and it became a joyful evening for the whole… read more
One of the highlights was definitely… read more
Although I requested stay in holiday season, they welcomed me warmly.
They offered me clean private room and bathroom, delicious Italian meal and a lot of wonderful and unforgettable experiences.
One thing I do is playing with the kids.
They are always cheerful and so much fun!
Thank you very… read more
We will all have a special memory of this summer and our Minnesota friends.
Antonio with your energy and spontaneity you won over my children and were a big brother to them.
Rian with your elegance and kindness you were able to manage and give… read more
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The most special moment we shared was definitely the Indian party we organized together at home. Sukrati introduced us to her culture through food, music, and traditions, and it became a joyful evening for the whole… read more
One of the highlights was definitely… read more
Although I requested stay in holiday season, they welcomed me warmly.
They offered me clean private room and bathroom, delicious Italian meal and a lot of wonderful and unforgettable experiences.
One thing I do is playing with the kids.
They are always cheerful and so much fun!
Thank you very… read more
We will all have a special memory of this summer and our Minnesota friends.
Antonio with your energy and spontaneity you won over my children and were a big brother to them.
Rian with your elegance and kindness you were able to manage and give… read more
She is a very sweet girl, neat, willing and good company.
We will always remember her with great affection.
Absolutely recommended!
I recommend Jules without hesitation.
We will miss you very much!
Lindsey is a very nice person, independent, smart, clean and well educated girl.
She has been an older sister for my children and a friend and companion of adventures for the whole family.
I definitely recommend hosting lindsey.
You will not regret!
Even if it was short, I can say that I spend nice moments with each member of the family. I have learnt a lot… read more
The family is very fun, never a dull moment in the house! The work is as expected for an au pair/nanny. The accommodation is great, you get your own space to yourself! Both Chiara and Vallerio are wonderful cooks and great company!
The house is a walkable distance to a train… read more
Alyssa is a very nice person, independent, smart and very talented with children.
Alyssa has been an older sister for my children and a friend and companion of adventures for the whole family.
I definitely recommend hosting Alyssa.
You will not regret!
Maia is a really smart girl, responsible, nice and very good with children. She worked hard and helped us with the management of the house and the children.
Great company and lots of laughs together.
I definitely recommend hosting Maia in your home.
Chiara and Valerio are wonderful people, always there to give you… read more
