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Play with our children in Russian or English in our family home in the Marche region, Italy

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We are a family looking for an English or Russian native speaker to help as a tutor/nanny for our kids. We believe in childhood bilingualism and we have made an effort to grow our kids bilingual and sharing cultures from other countries.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Babysitting and creative play
Language practice
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will eat delicious Italian food, enjoy the beach since we live right in front of it on the Adriatic coast. They can do experience with kids while tutoring them and learn how to cook if they want or have this desire. We provide with a private studio for the helper.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for an English or Russian native speaker to help as a tutor/nanny for our kids. The person will teach the language while playing with our kids, that already speak fluently English, Russian and Italian. We are an Italian family, we always support our workawayers, we are looking for someone who loves kids and someone who is enthusiast and outgoing! We love sharing cultures our cultures! We have many references if necessary. We are looking for someone who is very dedicated, motivated with kids. Someone who wants to enjoy the family, and be part of it not like a guest. Someone who has experience with kids, and wants to experience the real Italian family!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Accommodation
We provide the tutor/volunteer with a private studio, that is in our property and 50 meters from the beach. We have uploaded some pictures, but we can send some more whenever we are in contact with you! We provide with WIFI as well. We live by the beach on the Adriatic sea. We love cooking and eating!
What else ...
During their time off they can enjoy the beach, visit the Marche region such as ( Loreto's church, Mount Conero, Frasassi caves, Ascoli Piceno, San Benedetto del Tronto, Macerata's museums, medieval towns, Sirolo and Numana's tows. Then they can visit churches around, travel with us if they want and visit places in Italy where they'd like to go. Rome is just 3 hours by bus and Bologna is just 1,5 by train.
We look forward to meeting you!
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- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 579286557515

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7 Apr 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)

Zoe stayed with us for about a month and a half and we couldn’t be happier with her stay! Zoe was very easy going. She was super helpful on all the jobs and took great care of the kids. It was always such a nice time just sitting and talking to her and we had the best talks! Sharing our cultures and knowing more about New Zealand was definitely an… read more

(Excellent )

9 Feb 2023

Left by Workawayer (Elisa) for host

I was with the family for a month and the kids were so fun, loving, well behaved and enjoyable to work with. The hosts were fantastic at communicating and welcoming me into the family. The food was amazing, delicious, healthy, true Italian and in abundance. I truely felt appreciated and the family was so flexible allowing me to travel almost every… read more

(Excellent )

5 Feb 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Elisa)

Elisa stayed with us for almost one month. She is awesome, great personality, hard working! She bonded with the kids and and she was really fun to be with; She became part of the family pretty immediately and we like when someone really feels at home and part of it, she is a very nice and friendly person. She is easy to get along with and works… read more

(Excellent )

22 Oct 2022

Left by Workawayer (Zhuldyz) for host

I've had great first workaway experience with the hosts family. Both of them were very nice to me. Since I was mainly staying with one of the kids and helping with cleaning and other stuff, I got really close with the mother of the children - Arianna. She is an amazing person, who is despite the challenges stays welcoming and understanding person.… read more

(Excellent )

7 Oct 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Zhuldyz)

Zhuldyz (we all called her Giuka) is such a special girl. Arianna was so sad when it was time for Giuka to leave since we all bonded so much and as a surprise Giuka came back visiting us after she left! She is definitely a girl we will always miss!
She has a special soul, a big heart and we She is just a great overall person. She can always make… read more

(Excellent )

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7 Apr 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)

(Excellent )

9 Feb 2023

Left by Workawayer (Elisa) for host

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5 Feb 2023

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22 Oct 2022

Left by Workawayer (Zhuldyz) for host

(Excellent )

7 Oct 2022

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(Excellent )

1 Oct 2022

Left by Workawayer (Milli & Katie) for host

Me and my partner, Milli stayed with the hosts and their kids and it was an absolutely amazing experience. Our decision was very last minute to help them, they literally messaged us on Workaway and we were there the next day!

Their home is in a lovely Italian seaside town called Porto Pitenza Picena.
Their home was minutes away from the beach!… read more

(Excellent )

1 Aug 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Milli & Katie)

Milly and Katie have been a great and positive surprise! We have found each other last minute and managed to start this experience right away. They have been very involved with our kids, they have enjoyed the sea, swimming day and night together! They have been very diligent, they enjoyed reading Harry Potter to our kids, playing board games,… read more

(Excellent )

16 Sep 2022

Left by Workawayer (Ekaterina) for host

I will always think of this family with gratitude and a smile on my face. I'm incredibly lucky to have had such an amazing and profound experience with these wonderful people. They make you feel like you're a part of the family and always make sure if you have everything you need (and if not they're always there to help you). Arianna and Vittorio… read more

(Excellent )

5 Sep 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Ekaterina)

Ekaterina has been an amazing workawayer and a great young woman who has been always so involved with our family since the moment she has arrived.

She has wonderfully fulfilled her duties and enjoyed our family also during meals as a real member of our family.
We only have amazing words to describe her personality, always ready to help with a… read more

(Excellent )

16 Aug 2022

Left by Workawayer (Madeline) for host

I had a great experience staying with the family. During my three month stay I felt very comfortable and very at home. It was great to experience the Italian lifestyle and I didn’t want to leave. This is a great family and great smart and playful kids.
I will never forget the fashion shows, dance parties, beach days, birthdays and Barbie… read more

(Excellent )

20 Jul 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Madeline)

We have had another beautiful experience, not only because she did an excellent job with the kids, but also but also for the nice atmosphere she created during her stay. She has bonded with our kids pretty quickly, has enjoyed all things they have made together. She has had so much fun with them when we went to a theme park, it was a blast for her… read more

(Excellent )

18 May 2022

Left by Workawayer (Angelina) for host

What an absolute pleasure it was to spend 3 months with this incredible family! It’s a truly beautiful experience and I felt so comfortable from the very start. The hosts have a natural gift for hospitality, embracing you with such warmth to welcome you into their great family.

Working with the children is so much fun, you learn as much from… read more them as they do from you. Be sure to be fully engaged, active and positive whilst you play! They each have their unique personalities, certain games and activities they enjoy - but finding the moments shared all together are truly magical. You really can feel the love and joy from being immersed in the family dynamic!
Your working day starts at 12 and you will finish around 7, in time for dinner. So you really need to make sure you are an active person, enthusiastic and love the company of children. What you put in, you get out. And with these hilarious and lovely kids, you can really have a special time!

The food is amazing! Arianna is very creative with her recipes…especially when cooking for so many people every day! She is always there for you, with great conversations and a cappuccino, and an open heart.
The hosts are always around to support you when needed and they really go out of their way to create such a perfectly tailored experience for you!
You will also meet the hosts parents (Walter, super lovely and interesting to talk to and Silvana, an incredible cook!) They are both amazing people and just as accommodating.

The studio is so cute, it has everything you need and provides you enough space to wind down in the evenings and have time for yourself. Being located right along the sea, it’s perfect to go for walks and runs along the beach or even jump on a train (the station is only a 5 min walk) to another city and explore it in the morning or at the weekend.

I’m so grateful that during my stay, I went on a few day trips with Arianna and the kids! It was a great way to create an even deeper connection and - even though they have been to these towns 40 times now - they still show you around these towns for the sake of your experience! I think that in itself shows how thoughtful and generous they are! (A big shoutout to Bianca there! Thank you for going with me hahaha)

If you’re looking for an incredible experience in an italian seaside town, with wonderful kids and delicious food, don’t pass this opportunity to join the family!

Thank you for your generosity, for all the belly laughs and beautiful memories that I will always hold in my heart.

I can’t wait to see you guys again! <3

(Excellent )

23 Apr 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Angelina)

Angelina has been like a little “Angel” for us!
She has become part of the family and quickly the kids fell in love with her sweetness and dedication she showed them.
We have also spent such beautiful and amazing moments together while drinking GLT in the evenings (her unique drink creation she taught us how to make along with other fantastic… read more

(Excellent )

17 Jan 2022

Left by Workawayer (Oksana) for host

I’ve been working for the family for more than 7 months, I’ve had a great opportunity to use my skills and teach Russian to the 4 kids, and especially to little Nicola and Vittorio, the girls are adorable but I have a soft spot for Nicola! I am a very enthusiast and positive person, I can get very loud too especially while singing old Soviet… read more Songs!
Arianna and Vittor are always there ready to help, support, like for example when I needed something for myself, and of course in exchange I’ve always tried to do the best for them and help them out with the kids, and cater their needs. I was fully involved in their multilingual childhood project and tried to do my best with the kids the entire time I was with them, such as when I was playing play pretend, or reading etc all in Russian language. Kids are smart and if you are not fully involved, they can feel it and it will be hard to attract their attention then. They made me feel part of the family, it is natural for them, because that is the way they are used to, especially after having so many girls over the last 10 years. They are very honest and also direct people, they like constant open communication and I appreciated their insights on how to deal with the kids and how to schedule activities with them, always trying to tailor the activities around them.
I felt like I was in a very safe place, protected and I also learned a lot while spending time with the kids, who I love so much now, and will miss once I won’t see them so often.

Although their focus is on languages, I’ve always tried to keep the rooms where we were playing cleaned to reduce their workload anyway. Arianna and Silvana ( the grandmother) are great cook, I adore the way they cook fish, I’m passionate about fish and especially mussels)!
They definitely provide more than average other families, and in exchange, I also tried to be flexible and go beyond their expeditions. I do hope to always be connected with them in the future and will aways have the kids in my heart!

Я работаю в семье уже более 7 месяцев
у меня была прекрасная возможность использовать свои навыки и общаться с 4 детьми только на русском языке, очаровательными девочками, а, особенно, маленькими Никола и Витторио. Но,больше всех покорил мое сердце маленький Никола!
Я очень позитивный и активный человек, с энтузиазмом. Могу быть очень громкой, особенно, когда пою старые советские песни! И всем это нравится.
Арианна и Виттор всегда готовы мне помочь и поддержать, если что-то понадобится для меня лично. В сложных ситуациях они всегда оказывали мне помощь и проявляли заботу. В знак благодарности я старалась ответить добром на добро. Еще больше уделяла времени детишкам, помогала по дому, что не входило в мои обязанности.
Я полностью поддерживаю их проект многоязычного детства. С детьми мы разговаривали и игрались только на русском языке.Мы играли в разные ролевые игры, например, в "больницу", "школу", "семью". Мы много читали книг. Особенно детки любят слушать сказки, которые я им рассказывала. Я старалась дать детям максимально правильное произношение.
Дети умны, и если вы не будете с ними искренни, они это почувствуют, и тогда вам будет трудно привлечь их внимание. Но, мне было не трудно, потому что я получала удовольствие от общения с детками. Они заставили меня почувствовать себя частью семьи, несмотря на то, что за последние 10 лет в их семье было достаточное количество русскоговорящих помощниц.
Это семья очень честных и прямых людей, им нравится открытое общение. Мне очень нравится как они относятся к своим детям, как много хотят им дать и научить.
Что именно с детства они учат детей разным языками. Планируют их занятия, адаптируя к возрасту и способностям.
В этой семье мне было спокойно и комфортно. Я провожу много времени с детьми, которых я сейчас так люблю и буду скучать, как только перестану их так часто видеть... Я обожаю, как они готовят рыбу. Я страстно люблю рыбу и особенно мидии, которые очень вкусно готовят Ариана и Сильвана (бабушка)
Эта семья очень внимательна и заботлива к своим помощникам! Гораздо больше, чем другие семьи.
Не смотря на то, что в мои обязанности входило только общение и занятия с детьми, я старалась помочь содержать комнаты, в которых мы играли, в чистоте и порядке, чтобы хоть немного их разгрузить. Большая семья требует очень много сил и терпения. Мне всегда хотелось им помочь и очень поддержать.
Я надеюсь, что всегда буду поддерживать связь с ними и эти замечательные дети всегда будут в моем сердце!

(Excellent )

27 Nov 2021

Left by Workawayer (Rachelle) for host

I had the opportunity to spend two months with this beautiful family; they might be new to Workaway but they aren't new to hosting helpers and they truly have a gift for hospitality. I don't have enough room to share how unbelievably helpful they were while living with them. Not only is your apartment across from the beach, but the train station… read more

(Excellent )

12 Nov 2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Rachelle)

Well, Rachelle has immediately become part of the family in such a natural way, we have shared many stories and have travelled a little together too! Such a fantastic memory!
She has been great with our kids, very responsible, mature, always on time, happy to help us all the time!
very very helpful!
We are truly grateful for having had the… read more

(Excellent )

28 Sep 2021

Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host

I am so grateful for the time I got to spend with this beautiful family!! It was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t have been luckier.

If you get the opportunity to work and live with this family, here’s what you can expect:

Wonderful communication and accommodation. The family is completely used to having workawayers and guests and… read more they are generous and welcoming!

Your own private studio. It’s so cute and I think the best possible setup for an experience like this.

Meals. Amazing, delicious, fresh, healthy meals prepared by Arianna and sometimes Sylvanna! There’s incredible seafood in Marche, you better try it.

Kids!! Extremely intelligent, hilarious, creative, sweet, loving, silly, adorable, fun kids. You will remember how to be a kid again yourself as you play make believe and barbies. It’s very special.

The hosts are there in the event of any behavioral issues with the kiddos. It’s a big family with 4 kids (one adorable baby. Seriously, the cutest baby you’ve ever seen) so it’s expected that sometimes things can get hectic. That’s only normal - for the most part, the family environment is light and enjoyable.

Just like any workaway experience, it’s important to remember that this is a job, not a side activity you do to support your travel. Your focus for 6 hours 5 days a week is the kiddos and facilitating their language learning and creative exploration.

Your free time is a beautiful thing! Porto Potenza is a charming small town. It’s refreshing to walk on the boardwalk at any hour of the night and feel safe and relaxed. You are right across the street from the beautiful Adriatic Sea!!! You can swim, walk on the beach, chill at a local cafe, take a train to nearby Civitanova (a slightly bigger city) or Macerata (a gorgeous nearby medieval city).

A major highlight of my stay was our excursions!! There are truly magical things nearby that I never would have known about or visited if I hadn’t stayed with the family. The Frassasi caves are the COOLEST. Ever. The stunning Buonacorsi villa and gardens are very near and simply breathtaking. Sirolo, a stunning medieval town, is nearby. There really is SO much to explore not too far away that you can enjoy on the weekends.

When I signed up for workaway, I did not plan on working with kids. I like kids, but I do not necessarily seek out work with them. I am SO glad that I leapt out of my comfort zone and challenged what I thought I knew about myself, because this is a once in a lifetime experience.

Pro tip: In the morning, have coffee with Arianna. It is just so special.

(Excellent )

30 Aug 2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)

We had a really nice experience with Alex! She was very enthusiastic, talkative, showed interest in our kids’ English language development while playing with them, and was fully involved in our program! We warmly welcomed her in our family as we always do with all the girls we have, we hope she did enjoy our family and this experience in total,… read more

(Excellent )

4 Jun 2021

Left by Workawayer (Hillary) for host

What can I say except that I had the most amazing time with this family. I was originally only supposed to stay with the family for 3 months but I am so glad that I decided to extend my stay to a total of 5 months. This family welcomes you into their family with open arms, and is always there to help you if you need anything. They've hosted so… read more

(Excellent )

21 May 2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Hillary)

Our experience with Hillary was unique, she has literally become part of the family, and has bonded with all our kids!
We have shared many things including Covid, ahahahah, It has been a little bit tough but it made us bond even more.
We wish we could find someone reliable and someone who could be so sweet with our kids like Hillary in the… read more

(Excellent )

7 Nov 2020

Left by Workawayer (Nadezhda) for host

I lived in this family for five months. It was an unforgettable time for me! Every day I enjoyed the sea and delicious Italian food. I was teaching Russian to my kids. We weren't just sitting and doing worksheets, but we played, sang, and had fun. The children were very kind, responsive and active. We also went visiting all together several sights… read more

(Excellent )

6 Nov 2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadezhda)

Nadezhda has stayed with us for about 5 months, she has immediately showed interest in our kids language development, she has enjoyed not only the kids but also spent a lot of time with the all family and hang out at our beach all together and went also on vacation all together.
She is very very kind, she has art qualities and has always tried to… read more

(Excellent )

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