Member ID 3094399

Nationality South-African | More ⇩

Full name Izak

City/State Germiston/

Country South Africa

Start Apr 2024 - Nov 2024

Duration of stay 8-18 Months

Good knowledge of Finnish (B2), Afrikaans (Native), English (Native)

Last action 6 days ago

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Letter to the family

Hello my name is Izak. I am young teacher looking for a life changing opportunity.

I have been very excited about taking my teaching profession abroad. My dream, for quite a while now, has been to become a teacher in a foreign country. I've been working hard on my personal education and life skills in preparation for this wild journey of mine.

This is where Au pair comes into play. Becoming an Au pair would help me adapt to the European setting, lifestyle, and languages. It would even further improve my child caring/tutoring skills. I am fully dedicating my life to the wellness and education of children. I know it sounds a little bit too... much; however it's undoubtably true. I love pedagogy and mentoring. It brings me extreme pleasure being a supportive role in my students' youth, thus I truly believe being an Au pair is my calling.

For any parents out there that just needs a little bit of weight taken off your shoulders in terms of house maintenance, cooking, cleaning, gardening, and everything childcare related, then please. I am more than happy to help you out and reduce your burden. This is my passion and I will not leave you disappointed. So why should you host me?

Well be rest assured that I will fully dedicate myself and my time to the wellness of your entire family. I've been living alone for the last three years, so I understand what it means and effort it takes to take care of a home. I am a great cook with many delicious meal plans just for you. I do my own laundry and clean my house weekly, so I know how to keep your home in perfect condition too. I'm a clean and a well mannered individual, and I do my tasks/chores with pride. I have two pets: a cat and a large dog. So if you have any pets, then you are in luck. I will look after them as well. Walk them and feed them. I also have a bit of a green thumb. If you have a garden you want to spruce up, then leave it to me. But what about the kids? you might ask...

I've been working as a teacher for the last 3 years, as well as studying education at university. I have all the knowledge and skills required to take care of kids at any age. I've also, in the past, tutored students with mild to severe disabilities. If any special educational aid is needed, then i can provide it. I'm also one of the oldest of my cousins, so I used to babysit a couple of them when they were babies. I understand how taxing an infant can be, and what I need to do to take care of them. I'm fun and can entertain an entire class of 30 students. I am a senior Mathematics & Science teacher for grade levels 10-11. I am also a certified first aider. I am well equipped if anything bad should ever happen to the kids (which it won't). I've studied mechanical engineering for 2 years at university, after which I switched to studying education. I realized that my true passion is caring for and educating children. Your children are in safe hands with me, and as a bonus I'll ensure they exceed at school work.

I have opened my whole year for this experience and opportunity. I am serious about the work I'll be doing for you. It means just as much for me as it does for you, the parents. This isn't some gap year or holiday, I will be actively working my hardest and giving you my all.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I really do appreciate it.
If you are interested in being my host family, then please browse through my profile.
Have a wonderful day. I hope to hear from you soon.
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Experience

This would be my first time doing work as an Au pair. It's already very similar to my day to day work life here; thus I am not nervous, nor should I be. I would love to become an Au pair. It's a wonderful opportunity to do work abroad that I am passionate about. Furthermore it helps me to establish some connection in Europe for my future endeavors.

I have learned, over the years, that I really enjoy teaching. It is fascinating to me how much one can change a kid's life with the right support and care. I have inspired many of my students, and changed their views on education for the better. I would really love the opportunity to spread that love to different parts of the world.

I am also still an young adult, so this would be the perfect time for me to explore the world. Learning a new language and culture seems like a lot fun. There will be many new challenges that I will face, but I am 100% certain I will overcome them. I am resilient, hardworking and meticulous in my journey of learning and self growth.

I love taking care of people and doing tasks that helps others. Anything from as small as doing someone's dishes, to driving across the country to get a friend to their destination. I am not a lazy person in the slightest. When my tasks are completed, then I look for something else to do. This is why Au pair work seems so enticing. In a home filled with children there is always something that needs to be done. My workaholic personality makes me the perfect candidate for this line of work.
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Personal information

Non-SmokerHas attended a first-aid training - Yes
Can swim well - Yes
Can ride a bike - Yes
Has a driver's license - Yes, with experience

Can swim well

Can ride a bike

Has a driver's license Yes, with experience

Has siblings

Has a valid passport

Non-Smoker

Has attended a first-aid training

Profession Teacher

Education University

Language Knowledge

Afrikaans: Native Language, Since 18 Year/s
English: Native Language, Since 18 Year/s
Finnish: Upper intermediate (B2), Since 3 Year/s
Croatian: Beginner (A1), Since 1 Year/s

Sports  Rugby, Hockey, Football, Chess, Cricket, and general field athletics

Religion Christian

For the Au Pair religion is Important

Special diet considerations No special diet

Has health problems Only a mild allergy to bee stings.

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Job information

Can work more for extra money - Yes
Can care for special needs children - Yes
Does accept family with pets - Yes
Can take care of pets - Yes

Preferred countries Croatia, Finland, Germany, Netherlands & Austria

Preferred area Big City, Suburb, Town, Village, Countryside

Duration of stay 8-18 Months

Earliest starting date Apr 2024

Latest starting date Nov 2024

Does accept family with pets

Can work more for extra money

Can take care of pets

Age group 1 - 5 years old, 6 - 10 years old, 11 - 14 years old, 15+ years old

Hours of child care experience in the past 24 months 501 - 800

Would like to take care of this number of children/people 4

Would work for a single parent? Yes, with any of them

Can care for special needs children

Can care for special needs people

To students of age group

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