Share family life and help with homework and children's activities in Cognac, France

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  • Last activity: 28 Mar 2024

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    Meet Our Family of Four Residing in Cognac, France
    Our family comprises of four members: Cyrielle (the mom), Thierry (the dad), Maxence (7 years old), and Augustin (5 years old). We reside in the charming locality of Cognac in France, which is located just an hour and fifteen minutes away from Bordeaux and one hour from La Rochelle. Additionally, it's only a two-hour train ride from Paris via Angoulême, which is a mere 40-minute drive from our home.

    We love the vibrant and welcoming city of Cognac that makes us feel at home. Our city is famous for its Cognac production, and we are fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful vineyards and distilleries. We also enjoy taking our boys on tours next to the ocean, where they can learn about the history.

    Aside from the Cognac, there are many other things to love about living in this area. The local markets offer a wide variety of fresh produce, cheese, and bread, which we often use to prepare delicious meals at home. We also enjoy exploring the beautiful countryside, hiking along the Charente River, and taking day trips to nearby towns and cities.

    One of our favorite family activities is attending the annual Cognac Blues Festival, which brings in musicians from all over the world. The festival is a great opportunity to connect with our community and enjoy some fantastic music.

    Overall, we feel very lucky to call Cognac our home. It's a wonderful place to raise a family, and we can't imagine living anywhere else.

    Our home in Cognac is a charming and cozy place that we have worked hard to make our own. It's a beautiful old stone house with a large garden where our boys love to play and explore. We have also created a vegetable garden where we grow our own fresh produce, which has been a fun and rewarding experience for the whole family.

    As for our careers, Cyrielle and Thierry is a spirits producer making modern brands. Both of our professions have allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the culture and lifestyle of Cognac, which is a huge part of why we love living here.

    We are also lucky to have made many dear friends in our community, both French and ex-pats. We often host dinner parties and gatherings with our friends, where we enjoy good food, wine, and company.

    All in all, we feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a wonderful place to call home in Cognac. It's a place that has brought us so much joy, and we look forward to many more years of happiness and memories here.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Exploring Language Learning Opportunities and Touring the Coastal spirits Region
    There are numerous ways to improve your language skills, including interacting with family and those around you. Additionally, you can consider taking up a side job to focus on language acquisition outside of your daily routine. Lastly, don't forget to explore the stunning coastal wine region, where you can enjoy the breathtaking views and indulge in the region's finest wine and spirits.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    The main responsibilities of this role include picking up the children after school, assisting with homework, taking the kids to their activities, and helping with showering and meal time. Occasional babysitting may be needed as well.

    If you're interested in meeting our lovely family and energetic children, don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

    If you're considering applying for this role, it's important to note that we prioritize safety and the well-being of our children above all else. Therefore, we require that all applicants undergo a thorough background check and if possible provide references.

    In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, we welcome creativity and initiative in planning fun and educational activities for the children. We hope to find someone who is passionate about working with kids and enjoys being active and outdoors.

    This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is looking to immerse themselves in a new culture and language, while also gaining experience in childcare. We are excited to welcome a new member to our family and can't wait to see who we'll meet!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    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

    1 single bedroom and a bathroom with toilet (shared with the children)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are many things to do in Cognac as visiting house of spirits, doing sports as tennis, swimming pool, mountain biking, rugby, golf, etc.)

    If you're looking to explore the west coast of France, our city is the perfect place to start.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

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    Hours expected

    Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 947221971163

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