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Enthusiastic native English speaker needed in the beautiful French Alps in Villard-de-Lans, France

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  • Last activity: 27 Mar 2024

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi!

    We are a happy family of 4. We live in the beautiful village of Villard-de-Lans (4000 inhabitants), 45 min bus ride from Grenoble. Villard-de-Lans is located in the Vercors mountains, the largest natural reserve in France. After spending 8 years in California (USA) and 1 year in Munich (Germany), we are now back to our roots where we, Margaux & Christophe (parents) grew up. Our twin daughters, Claris and Garance (7 years old), were born in the US. They enjoy playing outside, swimming, doing crafts, riding their bikes, skiing, and listening to stories.

    We are looking for a young lady (18+, non-smoker) to help look after our twin daughters 4-5 hours per day (mostly in the evenings). Must be English native speaker as we would like you to help maintain their English level while playing with them. If you wish to learn French, you will be able to practice with us (parents) but we want you to speak English to our daughters.

    We live in a nice house with a large terrace and a small yard. You will be able to go hiking/mountain biking right from our place as well as enjoy the several activities of the cute downtown (welcome to borrow a bicycle). We love nature, enjoy hiking, mountain biking, trail running, skiing and cooking delicious French food. You will have your own bedroom and bathroom. If you are up to, we will be happy to share our meals and outdoor hobbies with you.

    Villard-de-Lans and Grenoble are easily reachable via Lyon (bus), Paris (train) and Geneva (bus).

    We are very looking forward to welcoming you in our family. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any question. 

Talk to you soon!

    Margaux, Christophe, Claris & Garance

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Babysitting and creative play
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We will be delighted to share our French culture, bring you to our favorite places and teach you some delicious recipes. We lived 8 years in the US, so it will be easy to communicate in English (or uniquely in French, if you wish to learn that language). If you like the outdoor, no matter the season you will be able to enjoy a wide range of activities.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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  • Help

    Help

    We're looking for a smiling and dynamic native English speaker who enjoys taking care of little ones. You would help look after our 7 years old daughters while speaking English to them. Most of the time, I (mom) will be home with you so it will be just a matter of entertaining the kids (e.g. read books, play with them) and help with the night routine (getting them bathed and putting them in their PJs).

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    French: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

    This 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

    Accommodation

    We live in a nice house. You will have your own bedroom and bathroom.

  • 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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    Hours expected

    Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 672766669791

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