Aurélie

& Jean-Luc

Travel information

We are currently

Description

Our next project: learning sustainable practices in the Southeast of Brazil

We are planning to travel to Brazil in August 2026 and are looking for a project in the São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro or Minas Gerais area — agroforestry, permaculture, organic gardening or eco-construction.

We are new to these specific techniques, but we learn quickly and enjoy physical, hands-on work. We are not afraid of repetitive tasks or simple living conditions.

During a Workaway stay in Japan (2024), we took part in a small permaculture project (mulching, soil protection, planting and harvesting) in Shinano, and in a conservation project in Tottori focused on protecting the Japanese giant salamander, an endangered species. These experiences deepened our interest in sustainable farming and biodiversity protection.

What we bring: Jean-Luc teaches French and works daily with digital tools (content creation, educational technology, web tools) — he can help with French language exchange or digital/communication tasks. Aurélie dances and brings creativity and energy to any project.

We speak French and English, and we are learning Portuguese.

Our main goal is to learn from your project and contribute as fully as we can.

Interests

Languages

Writing

Technology

Sustainability

Self development

Outdoor activities

Nature

Fitness

Events & social

Dancing

Culture

Cooking & food

Books

Languages

Languages spoken
French: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Portuguese: Beginner

More details about my language interests
We love learning new languages and teaching French. We are interested in learning : Portuguese, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, German.

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Being an elderly companion

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Animal Care

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

More details about your skills

Professions and Academic Background:
Aurélie is a mathematics teacher with a master's degree in mathematics.
Jean-Luc is a French teacher, with studies in psychology and literature.

Specific Skills:
Strong computer skills, shared by both, with Jean-Luc having a marked interest in this area.
Aurélie holds a BAFA certification, qualified for animation, and has led holiday camps, including for people with disabilities.
Jean-Luc has significant experience in group management, notably as a scout leader.

Professional Experience and Volunteering:
Aurélie has international teaching experience (Tanzania, Mayotte) and has participated in solidarity projects for construction and renovation.
Jean-Luc has worked in fast food restaurants and is now working as a teacher and teachers’trainer.

Passions and Interests:
Aurélie has a strong interest in languages and has lived in several countries, enriching her cultural understanding.
Jean-Luc is passionate about computing and has a wide interest in many subjects, including languages.

Potential Contribution to Hosts:
Our educational background, combined with our varied experience in animation, project management, and digital skills, ideally positions us to contribute to educational, technological, and community development projects.
Our passion for learning and knowledge sharing makes us ideal candidates for interactive and collaborative learning environments.

Age

29 & 48

What else ...

We have a keen interest in reading and engaging in cultural outings, such as visiting museums. We also enjoy social activities, notably dancing. We have a passion for learning Latin dances as well as routines from musicals. Occasionally, we like to play board games because we find they serve as great ice-breakers.

Some more information

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  no

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  Special dietary requirements
  We don't usually eat meat, but we can adapt to any diet.