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*** Our kiddies are still young, so we looking for females only to apply please. Thank you ***
We are seeking to do cultural exchange with a dedicated and willing to learn female that enjoys new fun experiences to join our vibey household as a Workawayer with a proven track record of helping with young children, cooking and managing daily household tasks. We looking at least a 2 month committed stay.
We are a Swiss / South African Family, living close to Zürich city and right by lake Zürich, 500m) and offer a cultural exchange to a lady that loves to be social and open who can look after and play/teach younger children. We speak two languages with our children (Swiss German and English). We however suggest that if you come to improve your english, please don't apply with us, do a workaway in England rather.
You are of course are part of the family meaning your welcome to eat with us and all living expenses are covered by us. During the week you will be working however you will have some free slots. During the weekends we often explore different Swiss locations or going to meet family/friends, where you are welcome to join us. You have a super nice separate guest room with an on suite bathroom, Apple TV, hispeed internet and you also get your own data simcard. We love to cook but also to try out your local food or having braai (South African word for BBQ) and local wines even :)
You need to be a social person. If you are shy do not apply. We suggest you connect with people from your own culture while you here, this helps you to connect with more people and to find balance after a long week. You need to get out the house as well. Do this as often as possible.
In exchange for this, we need help to take care of our two lovely little kids (Girl 5 and Boy 3 years old), cooking some lunches and suppers with basic household tasks. If you can not cook, please also do not apply.
You need to have experience and love to play and teach young children as they will in return love you back !! Having a younger sibling is not the "experience" we looking for, you need to have been a baby sitter, nanny or managed children this age. If you can not change a nappy, please also don't apply. If you can provide extra hours above the 20-25 hours per week we can also provide payment in return, which we can agree upon first. Don't expect this from the get go.
Screen time is not allowed however you have an arsenal toys and activates that you can use. We have various playgrounds either right outside or around our area. There is also a indoor swimming pool you can use or the local outside swimming pool (Badi).
We would love to hear from you and welcome you in our home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Farming
Self development
Technology
Events & social
Movies & TV
Plant care
Music
Drawing & painting
Photography
Gardening
Cooking & food
Art & design
Animals
Winter sports
Team sports
Nature
Dancing
Sailing / Boating
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a located very close to the lake Zürich and an hour away from most tourist locations including some mountains
You can practice speaking English or learning Swiss German.
We encourage you to talk your local language to the kids.
With our family you can explore beautiful places and will join our Swiss Lifestyle.
Au Pair Help
This host is looking for Au pair help.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
- Taking care of the children (Playing but also teaching new things), taking the kids to Kindergarten.
- Helping around the household (Cooking, cleaning the kitchen, play areas)
- Prepare some of your favourite meals.
Languages
Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
German: Fluent
English: FluentThis 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
You will sleep in a separate guestroom with an on suite bathroom, Apple TV and Highspeed Internet + Swiss data simcard.
You can use our Bike to get around. Public transport is 50m away.
What else ...
Enjoy the Swiss Lifestyle.
Explore some beautiful places.
Practice your English and learn some Swiss/German.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Fast Internet, Streaming services on Apple TV with your own large TV.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
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From the very first moment, they welcomed me with open arms, making me feel not only welcome, but part of their home. The warmth and dedication of the parents to create a loving, harmonious and value-filled environment has impressed me deeply. You can see how much they strive to provide… read more
Kacey and Jamie are two children full of love. Kacey loves princesses and horses above all, and Jamie is thrilled by his passion for Paw Patrol !
I would like to thank Roland and Maya again for welcoming me and allowing… read more
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From the very first moment, they welcomed me with open arms, making me feel not only welcome, but part of their home. The warmth and dedication of the parents to create a loving, harmonious and value-filled environment has impressed me deeply. You can see how much they strive to provide… read more
Kacey and Jamie are two children full of love. Kacey loves princesses and horses above all, and Jamie is thrilled by his passion for Paw Patrol !
I would like to thank Roland and Maya again for welcoming me and allowing… read more
They're a very welcoming family, and I stayed with them for 1 and a half months. I didn't see the time go by! Roland and Maya made me feel at home, we always ate our meals… read more
I arrived on a Wednesday night and they received me with a good dinner, we talked a little and went to sleep. The next day I started… read more
